Thursday, July 19, 2007
The Field Guide to the Birds of Australia by Graham Pizzey and Frank Knight
The Field Guide to the Birds of Australia
Graham Pizzey and Frank Knight
ISBN: 9780207199353
Every wondered what a bird was called? Wanting to find a bird suitable for your neighbourhood? Love looking at birds and needing a great reference book for your collection? Then your looking and wondering are over, The Field Guide to the Birds of Australia is the perfect book for anyone interested in birds and their habits living in Australia.
No more searching the index nor content pages trying to find the bird your looking for. From the moment you open this book your looking at all kinds of birds, with their common names listed as well as the pages you will find them on.
All the odd numbered pages have clear illustrations of birds corresponding to the information on the facing page. Each birds is clearly labled, with beautifully drawn pictures showing the markings, inflight and normal postures in which you might see the bird in its natural surroundings.
Like any good reference book, maps are included showing the birds desired habitat.
Well worth the read, also a great gift for someone interested in all aspects of Australian wildlife.
Rating: 5/5
Labels: Reference
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