The 50 Best Birdwatching Sites in New Zealand by Liz Light

$39.99 NZD

Category: Field Guides

New Zealand has a diverse range of bird species and is especially important for pelagics. Thirteen of the world's 18 penguin species have been recorded in the New Zealand region (including the Ross Dependency). Nine of these species breed here. Of petrels, 37 of the world's 114 species breed in the New Zealand region, some on the mainland or nearby islands so they can be seen flying around, but many stick to the Southern Ocean islands. Eleven of the world's 22 albatross species nest in New Zealand and of those nine do not nest elsewhere. As well as these specific species, the book covers 50 sites on the North and South Islands, Rakiura/Steward Island and Chatham Islands that are best for birdwatching. Detailed descriptions of each site cover the type of terrain, and the tracks and trails where certain species are likely to be encountered. Particular species for each site are highlighted. A fact file for each site lists land or sea access; type of habitat, best time to visit, facilities and accommodation. Key species for each site are also listed. ...Show more

The Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand (2015 edition) by Barrie Heather and Hugh Robertson

$55.00 NZD

Category: Field Guides

The Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand is the modern classic of the genre - the tried and trusted reference for lovers of New Zealand birds. Comprehensive, reliable and easy to use, this fourth revised 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 * an additional handbook section that includes information on the distribution, habitat, population, conservation, breeding, behaviour and feeding habits of each species The only field guide to New Zealand birds officially endorsed by the Ornithological Society of New Zealand, this is the most authoritative reference available - a wonderful celebration of our extraordinary and diverse birdlife. ...Show more

Photographic Guide to Birds of New Zealand Revised Edition by Geoff Moon; Lynnette Moon

$27.99 NZD

Category: Field Guides | Series: Photographic Guide to

A comprehensive guide to birds that includes species accounts which have been updated according to the 4th edition of the Ornithological Society's official Checklist of the Birds of New Zealand. It features photographs of the most commonly seen birds along with detailed information on distribution, habi tat, behaviour and breeding. ...Show more

Nature Guide to the New Zealand Forest by John Dawson & Rob Lucas

$50.00 NZD

Category: Field Guides | Reading Level: very good

New Zealand's native forests are rich and fascinating ecosystems, and the interactions between the various plants and animals are as interesting as the individuals themselves. This book provides identifcation for a range of common plants and animals, as well as insights into the intriguing and vital int eractions between them. With a colour-coded layout and stunning photographs, it is a comprehensive and innovative guide to the wonders of the New Zealand forest ...Show more

From Weta to Kauri: A Guide to the New Zealand Forest by Janet Hunt

$30.00 NZD

Category: Field Guides

There are many guides to trees, birds and insects but nothing that puts them all together in one handy book that can be put in a backpack and taken into the bush. Including full-colour photographs, it looks at the bush in layers, starting at the forest floor, concentrating on things you can see easily, and moving up to the forest canopy. There is detailed information on each individual tree or plant or insect or bird, with excellent material on how to identify them. ...Show more

New Zealand Trees and Ferns by Murdoch Riley

$12.99 NZD

Category: Field Guides

A Field Guide to the Native Edible Plants of New Zealand by Andrew Crowe

$32.00 NZD

Category: Field Guides

A go-to, illustrated field guide of edible native New Zealand plants, including a section on poisonous plants. In this useful and attractive book, over 190 trees, shrubs, herbs, ferns, mushrooms, lichens and seaweeds are described in detail with information on which part is edible and when, how plants have been utilised (particularly by Maori), their nutritional value, and where they can be found. In a separate section, Andrew Crowe also describes important poisonous plants that are native to New Zealand or are likely to be confused with edible plants. Illustrated with line drawings and colour photographs, this informative book will be of interest to trampers, botanists and all who appreciate New Zealand's native flora. ...Show more

Insects (A Mini Guide to New Zealand Insects) by Andrew Crowe

$12.00 NZD

Category: Field Guides | Series: Mini Guide to the Identification of New Zealand...

A handy guide to the identification of New Zealand insects. Condensed from Andrew Crowe's popular bestseller Which New Zealand Insect?, this little book has been designed to fit into a pocket, day pack or bag. Full of essential information for quick, accurate identification of insects and packed with co lour photography, this new mini guide is the perfect outdoor companion! ...Show more

Which Native Forest Plant? by Andrew Crowe

$26.00 NZD

Category: Field Guides | Series: Which...?

This new 2009 edition of the Which Native Forest Plant includes comprehensive ecological information on the plants and their environment. As well as the known uses of each plant, from snow sandals, hair ties, combs, whistles, baskets and dyes, to food, medicine and timber, it also explains how to grow each plant in your own garden. Use Andrew Crowe's unique leafy key to confidently identify the shrubs, climbers, perching plants and groundcovers of New Zealand's native forest. Colour photographs of leaves and associated creatures, graphics giving plant shape and height, plant distribution maps and ID checklists listing distinguishing features are all helpful tools to identify the plants that are found in our native forests. ...Show more

Native Trees (A Mini Guide to the Identification of New Zealand...) by Andrew Crowe

$12.00 NZD

Category: Field Guides | Series: Mini Guide to the Identification of New Zealand...

A handy, pocket-sized guide to the identification of New Zealand native trees. Condensed from Andrew Crowe's popular Which Native Tree?, this mini guide has been designed to fit into a pocket, day pack or bag. Full of essential information for quick and accurate identification of native trees, this cla ssic mini guide is appealing and easy to use. ...Show more

New Zealand Bird Calls (with App) by Lynnette Moon, Geoff Moon, John Kendrick, Karen Baird

$29.99 NZD

Category: Field Guides

Author Lynnette Moon gives 60 concise accounts of the country's best-loved birds, covering their habitat, appearance and behaviour. A description of their calls, along with photographs from the magnificent collection of her late husband Geoff Moon completes an attractive, fact-packed and useful guide. 60 links to birds’ sings and calls, recorded in the wild by renowned wildlife sound recordist John Kendrick and prepared for this collection by Karen Baird of the Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society. Each track is introduced by acclaimed New Zealand actor George Henare.   ...Show more

New Zealand Flowers and Berries by Murdoch Riley

$12.99 NZD

Category: Field Guides