The Hand Guide to the Birds of New Zealand

Barrie Heather, Hugh Robertson, Hugh Robertson

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PENGUIN GROUP USA
26 August 2015

Wildlife: birds & birdwatching

A bestseller revised- the new edition of this essential reference for identifying New Zealand birds features its biggest update ever.

A bestseller revised- the new edition of this essential reference for identifying New Zealand birds features its biggest update ever.

The Hand Guide to the Birds of New Zealand is a trusted, invaluable reference for lovers of New Zealand birds.

Comprehensive and easy to use, this new edition features-

374 species, including 35 new additions - the book's biggest revision since first publication 85 stunning colour paintings of New Zealand birds, including rare and recently extinct species an introduction to key bird-watching sites distribution maps and an in-depth guide to field identification protective plastic cover for use in the field.

The only hand guide to New Zealand birds officially endorsed by the Ornithological Society of New Zealand, this is the ideal field companion for identifying our extraordinary and diverse birdlife.

By: Barrie Heather, Hugh Robertson, Hugh Robertson
Imprint: PENGUIN GROUP USA
Country of Publication: New Zealand
Dimensions: Height: 215mm, Width: 160mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 466g
ISBN: 9780143570936
ISBN 10: 0143570935
Pages: 184
Publication Date: 26 August 2015
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Hugh Robertson was educated at Massey University (BSc Hons) and Oxford University (DPhil). He is currently a Principal Science Advisor at the Department of Conservation (DOC) and has worked for the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) for over 35 years, specialising in kiwi research for the past 23. Author or co-author of over 60 scientific publications, Robertson is an acknowledged expert in his field, serving as the Oceania representative on the CITES Animals Committee and as scientific advisor to the Kakerori Recovery Programme in the Cook Islands. He has won several awards for his work, including the Ornithological Society of New Zealand's AT Edgar Junior and Falla Memorial awards. He is a regular commentator on Radio New Zealand National. Robertson lives in Wellington, and is married with two children and a kiwi-finding labrador.

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The Hand Guide to the Birds of New Zealand

Barrie Heather, Hugh Robertson, Hugh Robertson

$32.99

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