New Zealand is known for its birds, and the melodic quality of their song. Here, in one book and CD package, is a selection of 60 of the most popular, important or interesting birds. Each bird entry includes information about habitat, distribution, appearance and behaviour of the bird, along with a description of its calls.
A comprehensive guide to birds that includes species accounts which have been updated according to the 4th edition of the Ornithological Society's official Checklist of the Birds of New Zealand. It features photographs of the most commonly seen birds along with detailed information on distribution, habitat, behaviour and breeding.
full-color photos throughout, 5 x 8 Guide to one of the worlds most popular birding destinations Text and photos by premier New Zealand bird photographer The first photographic field guide to the birds of New Zealand, this book features more than 360 full-color images of the countrys dramatic bird lifeup to four photographs for each speciesas well as up-to-date information on each birds common and scientific names, habitat, distribution, physical characteristics, voice, food, and breeding habits. Plumage differences between the sexes are shown. A helpful glossary, indexes, and equipment information complete this invaluable field guide for birders, photographers, and travelers alike.
New The Living Land [Jun 01, 1986] Moon, Geoff