Ornithology - Australasia

This comprehensive guide covers most of the birds, many of the other vertebrate species and a large number of typical invertebrates and flora to be found in New Zealand.

This is a secret guide to the secret world of birdwatching. It has all the stuff the other bird books don't tell you: how to look cool in binoculars, how to spot someone with Asbirders Syndrome (and how to avoid them at parties), what not to wear, which websites with 'bird' in the title you can safely visit without tripping any filters on your computer, not to mention how to pronounce Zitting Cisticola. Guaranteed to keep even the most casual bird-nerd amused.

This book comprises the first section of the original 'Field Guide' -colour identification plates, distribution maps and a short description, omiting the more detailed section on the biology and ecology of the species described. This makes it a more portable guide whilst still giving comprehensive cover.

This revised compact edition describes and illustrates over 750 species showing sex and age plumage variations. Distribution maps are included as well as egg paintings. Very handy pocket size. 2nd edition.

A substantially revised and updated official list of all the birds in the New Zealand region, including Norfolk and Macquarie Islands and the Ross Dependency, Antarctica. An up to date distributional status of the birds is of particular interest to those with an interest in environmental conservation. 4th edition.

This classic portable field guide is now in its fifth edition (third edition in paperback) and has again been expanded to provide new illustrations and up-to-the-minute information. There are 20 new plates and the identification section has been completely reordered to reflect current knowledge of classification and evolutionary relationships. The distribution maps have also been redrawn and updated. Covers all 770 species of Australia. 2000 colour illustrations. 7th edition.

Covering all Australasia and Antarctica including the Island Dependencies of Christmas Macquarie and others, this is the first of 5 volumes. It is in two parts Part A: Ratites to Petrels; Part B: Australian Pelicans to Ducks and deals with all aspects of identification, plumage, biology, distribution and movements. Part I 688pp Part II 800pp.

A comprehensive introduction to `down-under' birdwatching covering all aspects of the activity. It is a perfect introduction for beginners and covers `where to find' birds migration patterns breeding habits song & calls equipment combining birding with other hobbies and birdwatching for the disabled. It tells of popular spots to visit & lists local birdwatching clubs.

A detailed private report, first published in 1995, but now including a November 1997 up-date. Introduction, general information i.e travel, accommodation, climate, birding protocol and island sanctuaries followed by site directory for both North and South Islands. Systematic list, contact addresses and references. Stapled sheets.

More than 330 species are described and illustrated along with distribution, habitat and time when fruit, seed and insects are available. Also included are references to certain birds with significance to Aborigines.

Australian Bird Names is aimed at anyone with an interest in birds, words, or the history of Australian biology and bird-watching. It discusses common and scientific names of every Australian bird, to tease out the meanings, which may be useful, useless or downright misleading!

The authors examine every species, its often many-and-varied common names, its full scientific name, with derivation, translation and a guide to pronunciation. Stories behind the name are included, as well as relevant aspects of biology, conservation and history. Original descriptions, translated by the authors, have been sourced for many species. As well as being a book about names this is a book about the history of ever-developing understandings of birds, about the people who contributed and, most of all, about the birds themselves.

Covers all 714 species of resident birds and regularly occuring migrants. Page facing images describe key identification features such as plumage, distribution, behaviour and voice. Also provides extensive habitat descriptions.

An easy-to-use identification guide to 280 Australian birds, including the most commonly seen and rare endemic species. For each species the authoritative text describes identifying features, distribution, habits and habitats. Size, common and scientific names listed. Overview of climate, vegetation, biogeography and the main birding sites. Includes a complete checklist of the birds of Australia with their status in the region and current global status.

The Australian Bird Guide sets a new standard in field guides, providing an indispensable reference for all birders and naturalists looking to explore Australia's magnificent and unique birdlife.