The Big Book of New Zealand Wildlife

The Big Book of New Zealand Wildlife
Author: Dave Gunson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2011-10-01
Genre: Animals
ISBN: 9781869662974

An introduction to the world of New Zealand birds, animals, insects, fish, plants and fungi. Includes nearly 400 species, accompanied by lifelike illustrations. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

A Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand

A Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand
Author: Julian Fitter
Publisher: Princeton Pocket Guides
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Birds
ISBN: 9780691153513

Foreword by Rt. Hon, Helen Clark -- Don Menton -- a tribute -- Acknowledgments -- Author's introduction -- Map of New Zealand and its offshore islands -- Aotearoa New Zealand -- an introduction -- Map of New Zealand -- Conservation and alien species -- Identification notes -- Abbreviations -- Bird typography -- Seabirds -- Waterside and wetland birds -- Landbirds -- Extinct bird species -- Notes for the visitor -- National parks and protected areas -- Birding tour operators -- Useful environmental and conservation organisations.

The Big Book of Animals of the World

The Big Book of Animals of the World
Author: Ole Könnecke
Publisher:
Total Pages: 11
Release: 2015-09
Genre: Animals
ISBN: 177657012X

A large format boardbook of animals from all over the world, illustrated with charm and humour. Each spread in this big book focuses on a continent and features animals unique to that part of the world. A wonderful look at commonand uncommonanimals from around the world.

Collins Field Guide to New Zealand Wildlife

Collins Field Guide to New Zealand Wildlife
Author: Terence Lindsey
Publisher: HarperCollins (New Zealand)
Total Pages: 375
Release: 2011
Genre: Animals
ISBN: 9781869508814

First published in 2000, the Collins Field Guide to New Zealand Wildflife quickly became a classic of its kind. Familiar to both national and international travellers keen to identify the birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, freshwater fish and invertebrates commonly encountered in this country, its combination of authoritative yet clear and precise textual descriptions and stunning photographs proved an instant winner. Now, more than 10 years on, this classic field guide has been updated and extended to make it even more useful to travellers with an interest in natural history and ecology. Retaining its useful glovebox-friendly format, the significantly expanded text will also include the latest research findings and changes in classification and nomenclature that have occurred in the past 10 years, along with new photographs where appropriate. Including both native and introduced species, each entry succinctly describes both habits and habitats, distribution, classification, breeding patterns, food and recognition tips to assist amateur identification.

My Big Wimmelbook® - Diggers at Work!: A Look-and-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story) (My Big Wimmelbooks)

My Big Wimmelbook® - Diggers at Work!: A Look-and-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story) (My Big Wimmelbooks)
Author: Max Walther
Publisher: The Experiment, LLC
Total Pages: 14
Release: 2023-11-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1615199942

Kids who can’t get enough of construction equipment will love this seek-and-find introduction to literacy, full of busy diggers! The My Big Wimmelbooks series is an effortless introduction to literacy that lets beginning readers ages 2 to 5 be the storyteller—with hours of seek-and-find hands-on learning. Nearly wordless, My Big Wimmelbooks® invite young children to explore vibrant, full-spread illustrations of everyday scenes. Little ones love pointing out what they can find, while older kids can seek out recurring star characters and imagine their unfolding story lines! Diggers at Work! is packed with digging machines of all kinds, alongside a crew of hard workers who are tearing down houses, shoveling dirt, and moving scrap. This is our first wimmelbook to include a spread with illustrated diagrams, helping curious kids point out different parts of diggers, like the bucket, cab, and engine. Promising hours of imaginative fun, wimmelbooks are a blast—and an excellent introduction to reading. About Wimmelbooks Wimmelbooks originated in Germany decades ago and have become a worldwide sensation with children (and adults!) everywhere. My Big Wimmelbooks is the first-ever English-language Wimmelbook series. Its books have been praised as “lively . . . and abounding with humor and detail” (WSJ) and likely to “make any parent’s heart sing” (NYT).

Wildlife of New Zealand

Wildlife of New Zealand
Author: Julian Fitter
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021-05-18
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0691212473

The essential field guide to the wildlife of New Zealand Wildlife of New Zealand is the leading field guide to the distinctive flora and fauna of this amazing country. Fully revised and expanded, this handy pocket guide includes up-to-date descriptions of all manner of birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles, insects, seashore species, trees and shrubs, grasses, fungi, and lichen, and new sections look at fish and places to visit. Accompanied by hundreds of color photographs and current maps, the book’s succinct text contains information on identification, distribution, and biology. The detailed introduction covers New Zealand’s habitats, geography, and geology, and discusses current conservation issues. The guide also contains information on national parks and useful websites and contacts, as well as a glossary and comprehensive index. Wildlife of New Zealand is an indispensable traveling companion for anyone interested in this incredible area of the world. Fully revised and expanded edition Handy, compact format Updated species accounts accompanied by hundreds of color photographs Extensive new section on places to visit

NZ Bugs and Critters

NZ Bugs and Critters
Author: Dave Gunson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 20
Release: 2013-10-01
Genre: Insects
ISBN: 9781869663940

Colourful illustrations introduce young readers to a number of insects commonly found in New Zealand. Includes the English and Maori names. On board pages.

The Handbook of New Zealand Mammals

The Handbook of New Zealand Mammals
Author: Carolyn King
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
Total Pages: 577
Release: 2021-01-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1486306292

The Handbook of New Zealand Mammals is the only definitive reference on all the land-breeding mammals recorded in the New Zealand region (including the New Zealand sector of Antarctica). It lists 65 species, including native and exotic, wild and feral, living and extinct, residents, vagrants and failed introductions. It describes their history, biology and ecology, and brings together comprehensive and detailed information gathered from widely scattered or previously unpublished sources. The description of each species is arranged under standardised headings for easy reference. Because the only native land-breeding mammals in New Zealand are bats and seals, the great majority of the modern mammal fauna comprises introduced species, whose arrival has had profound effects both for themselves and for the native fauna and flora. The book details changes in numbers and distribution for the native species, and for the arrivals it summarises changes in habitat, diet, numbers and size in comparison with their ancestral stocks, and some of the problems they present to resource managers. For this third edition, the text and references have been completely updated and reorganised into Family chapters. The colour section includes 14 pages of artwork showing all the species described and their main variations, plus two pages of maps.

The Big Book of Beasts

The Big Book of Beasts
Author: Yuval Zommer
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-04-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 050065106X

A beautifully illustrated, informative book for children introducing them to a fascinating cast of beasts In The Big Book of Beasts Yuval Zommer’s wonderful illustrations bring to whimsical life some of the grizzliest, hairiest, bravest, wiliest, and most fearsome beasts in the animal kingdom. Brimming with interesting facts from beast consultant Barbara Taylor, this charming picture book is a beautiful way for parents to introduce young children to the animal world—and for older children to learn by themselves. In the first pages children learn that beasts are wild animals that can’t be tamed and that they all defend themselves in different ways. As the book continues young readers meet specific beasts, including armadillos, bears, tigers, and the Tasmanian devil. The Big Book of Beasts also approaches the world of beasts thematically, looking at mythical beasts, Ice Age beasts, beasts on your street, and how to save beasts in danger of extinction. The funny and conversational text, amazing facts, and glorious and quirky pictures will draw in young children over and over again.