Princeton University Press
A Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand
Key Metrics
- Julian Fitter
- Princeton University Press
- Paperback
- 9780691153513
- 7.4 X 4.6 X 0.9 inches
- 0.9 pounds
- Nature > Birdwatching Guides
- English
Secure TransactionBook Description
New Zealand is commonly described as the land of birds. Now, there is an easy-to-use guide for all those interested in this country's remarkable bird population. A Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand contains over 600 stunning photographs of the more than 350 bird species likely to be seen in this area of the world. Comprehensive and compact, the book includes full descriptions of all native species and regular visitors, distribution maps and measurements, key information on national parks, and useful information on ongoing conservation efforts in the country. Filled with handy tips for nature enthusiasts wanting to make the most of their trip, this is the only bird guide that anyone exploring this region will need.
- 600+ color photographs feature more than 350 bird species with full descriptions
- Distribution maps and measurements
- Key information on national parks helps readers find the best spots for bird sightings
- Useful information on conservation efforts
- Guidelines on sensible behavior for encountering nature at its best
Author Bio
Julian Fitter is an author, naturalist, and conservationist who has been living and working in New Zealand for many years. His books include Wildlife of the Galápagos and A Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand (both Princeton).
Julian Fitter lived in Galapagos from 1964 to 1979. A committed conservationist, he was one of the founders and first Chairman of GCT in 1995. He is also a founder Trustee of Falklands Conservation and has recently established Friends of Galapagos New Zealand. He is the author of the Collins Traveller Guide to the ‘Wildlife of Galapagos’. His son Daniel is a photographer and lives in Galapagos where he leads tours around the Islands as well as in mainland Ecuador.
Source: Galapagos Conservation Trust
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