Field guide to the birds of Australia by Ken Simpson and Nicholas Day is an essential resource for both amateur bird-watchers and experienced ornithologists. This comprehensive volume provides a definitive, easy-to-use reference for identifying every bird species found within Australia. Featuring over 2,000 meticulously painted images across 128 colour plates, the book brings the diverse avian life of the continent to vivid, accurate life.
Beyond its superior identification features, this guide serves as a practical handbook, offering invaluable insights into bird behaviour, feeding patterns, and breeding habits. Readers will benefit from clear, functional keys to families and detailed distribution maps positioned adjacent to each species’ illustration for seamless on-field use. Expertly updated to include the latest taxonomic classifications and newly reported species, this book is an indispensable companion for exploring the rich natural heritage of the Australian landscape. Whether you are conducting research or simply observing local wildlife, this guide provides the clarity and depth required to transform your bird-watching experience, making it a must-have for any nature enthusiast’s library.
Used (good, see images, some cover damage, handwritten name, and some initial pages folding) Softcover ISBN 0670900729
