Download or read book Rare and Endangered New Zealand Birds written by P. D. Gaze and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: World-wide there are 300 bird species which are considered to be endangered, of which 11 per cent are from New Zealand. This book looks at 16 local species that have declined to the point they will become extinct unless circumstances change. For each species there is a distribution map, then sections on the birds' history, its conservation, its management, and notes on 'where to see' the remaining birds. There is one colour photograph of a bird of each species.
Download or read book Rare and Endangered New Zealand Birds written by Brian Ashlyn Ellis and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Rare Wildlife of New Zealand written by Rod Morris and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handsome book is a companion volume to BEAUTIFUL BIRDS OF NZ. It contains 100 New Zealand endangered species of all kinds -u plants, birds, insects, fungi, mammals. Organised by habitat u forests, gardens, islands, wetlands, high country, and sea and shore, it gives an important snapshot of the critical state of the wildlife in our country. Beautifully photographed with accessible and informative text, this is a stunning book to have. At the same time, it contains many surprises: among our most endangered species are kiwi, tuatara, flax, grasshoppers, hebes, crabs, dolphins and many other New Zealand icons.
Download or read book Wild South written by Rod Morris and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thirty percent of New Zealand birds were endangered at the time of writing this book. This tells the story of the fight for survival of this unique bird life - from Old Blue to the kakapo, the black stilt to the takahe.
Download or read book Back from the Brink written by Gerard Hutching and published by Penguin Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A good-news book celebrating the on-going efforts of scientists and DOC workers to save our endangered and rare bird species. New Zealand has some of the most endangered species in the world: the kaki is the world s rarest wading bird and the taiko is the most threatened seabird in the world. Over the past decades scientists have effectively saved many of the most threatened bird populations, inventing brilliant new ways of doing so. Their success rate has been amazing. The black robin was down to just five birds in 1980 and now numbers over 200. The key to kakapo breeding has been cracked and the population of this bird is on the increase with 24 kakapo chicks hatched in 2002. These are fascinating stories. The book is divided into sections on individual birds that are illustrated with superb photographs from DOC files. Each section has an At a glance page that outlines the bird s specifications.
Download or read book Rare and Endangered Birds of New Zealand written by Eileen Mayo and published by . This book was released on with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Beautiful Birds of New Zealand written by Rod Morris and published by . This book was released on 2006-10 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the seashore through wetlands and rivers, past towns and pastures and on up to the high country, this book covers all the birds you're likely to see in New Zealand. It describes 100 birds, including some rare and endangered species. Importantly it includes both native and introduced birds. For each bird there is accessible, informative and anecdotal text and a stunning photograph to go with it. Cleverly photographed and gorgeously designed, Beautiful Birds of New Zealand is a must-have both for its beauty and reference material. It fills a gap in the market. Rod Morris and Alison Ballance have impeccable pedigrees in their respective fields of wildlife photography and writing.
Download or read book Birds at Risk written by R. B. Sibson and published by Raupo. This book was released on 1982 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book documents the threat to our rare or endangered birds and makes a plea for their protection.
Download or read book Hand Guide to the Birds of New Zealand written by Hugh Robertson and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2001-01-11 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beautifully illustrated handguide, provides a comprehensive guide to the birds of New Zealand . Robertson and Heather include detailed information on identification, habitat and location
Download or read book The Status of Endangered New Zealand Birds written by James Arthur Mills and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 1120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The World s Rarest Birds written by Erik Hirschfeld and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2013-03-17 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated survey of the world's most endangered birds This illustrated book vividly depicts the most endangered birds in the world and provides the latest information on the threats each species faces and the measures being taken to save them. Today, 571 bird species are classified as critically endangered or endangered, and a further four now exist only in captivity. This landmark book features stunning photographs of 500 of these species—the results of a prestigious international photographic competition organized specifically for this book. It also showcases paintings by acclaimed wildlife artist Tomasz Cofta of the 75 species for which no photos are known to exist. The World's Rarest Birds has introductory chapters that explain the threats to birds, the ways threat categories are applied, and the distinction between threat and rarity. The book is divided into seven regional sections—Europe and the Middle East; Africa and Madagascar; Asia; Australasia; Oceanic Islands; North America, Central America, and the Caribbean; and South America. Each section includes an illustrated directory to the bird species under threat there, and gives a concise description of distribution, status, population, key threats, and conservation needs. This one-of-a-kind book also provides coverage of 62 data-deficient species.
Download or read book Immigrant Killers written by Carolyn M. King and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1984 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book On some rare species of New Zealand birds written by Sir Walter Lawry Buller and published by . This book was released on 1883 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Rough Guide to New Zealand written by Paul Whitfield and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 1146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to New Zealand is the essential guide to this spectacular country, with lively coverage of its coolest cafés, most vibrant nightlife, best sights and hotels and tastiest restaurants and bars. Everyone from the country rambler to the fearless adventurer, wine buffs to Lord of the Rings fanatics are catered for in this comprehensive guide; with colour sections providing a guide to New Zealand's highlights - whether exploring Maori culture, getting stuck into adventure sports or keying into the country's unique ecology. There's thorough coverage of New Zealand's magnificent scenery: craggy coastlines, sweeping beaches, primeval forests, snow-capped mountains and bubbling volcanic mud pools. You'll also find historical and cultural information - even teaching you how to do the world-famous haka. The Rough Guide to New Zealand is rounded off with detailed town maps to help you get around and stunning photography that brings this extraordinary country to life. Make the most of your time on earth with The Rough Guide to New Zealand.
Download or read book On Some Rare Species of New Zealand Birds written by Sir Walter Lawry Buller and published by . This book was released on 1883 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Rough Guide to New Zealand written by Catherine Le Nevez and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2012-09-03 with total page 851 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The new Rough Guide to New Zealand is the definitive guide to the world's adventure capital. Now in full-colour throughout, it contains dozens of tempting colour photos illustrating the country's iconic landmarks and its stupendously diverse scenery. Detailed accounts of every attraction along with crystal-clear maps and plans will show you the very best New Zealand has to offer: from white-sand beaches and vast kauri trees in the north to the hairline fiords and penguin colonies in the south. With expert guidance you won't put a foot wrong when experiencing Maori culture or simply striking out on multi-day hikes. At every point this guide steers you to little-known sights such as secluded hot pools or Wellington's best cafés. Insider tips, planning itineraries and author picks give you the inside scoop on the best accommodation across every price range, how to track down Marlborough's tastiest Sauvignon blancs and where the most delectable Maori hangi can be found. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to New Zealand. Now available in ePub format.
Download or read book Current Ornithology written by Dennis M. Power and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 1991 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
