Parrot Conservation: From Kakapo to Lear's Macaw: Tales of Hope from Around the World

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Rosemary Low

Parrot Conservation

From Kakapo to Lear's Macaw: Tales of Hope from Around the World

Rosemary Low

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English

New Holland
12 August 2021

Mathematics & Sciences; Wildlife: birds & birdwatching; Bargains

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One third of the worlds nearly 400 species of parrots are threatened with extinction or already close to it. These include some of the most spectacular and iconic bird species on the planet, such as the Hyacinth Macaw from South America, the Kakapo from New Zealand and the Orange-bellied Parrot from Australia. This book takes a detailed look at 30 parrot species and explains why they are endangered and the steps being taken to conserve them. Many of these chapters include highlights of the authors own time in the field working on and observing conservation projects related to the parrots survival. These very personal accounts vividly bring to life the problems that parrots are facing.

Aimed at birdwatchers, conservationists, cagebird enthusiasts and a nature writing readership, through engaging text and captivating stories the book aims to promote a wider interest in the plight and conservation of parrots, which is essential in terms of raising future funds for the many projects that require funding.

The book will also serve as an essential reference to all those people directly involved in parrot conservation, to understand the issues involved and the techniques successful and unsuccessful applied to date.

By: Rosemary Low
Imprint: New Holland
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 200mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 33mm
Weight: 940g
ISBN: 9781925546460
ISBN 10: 1925546462
Publication Date: 12 August 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active