Bradt - Australian Wildlife

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Discover the fascinating world of Australian wildlife with this fully updated second edition, offering detailed insights into the country's diverse habitats and creatures. From mammals and birds to reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and marine life, this guide has it all covered.

An in-depth and portable guide to Australia's unique ecosystems and wildlife.

Wildlife writer Stella Martin brings together the encyclopaedic knowledge reminiscent of David Attenborough and the passion of the late Steve Irwin to create a comprehensive and engaging guide. This book stands out by being more detailed and portable than many others, covering a wide range of species and going beyond simple identification notes to explore Australia's ecosystems in depth.

The guide spans all regions of Australia, with background chapters explaining how the continent's wildlife evolved in isolation and how factors like geology, soil, and climate shape its natural history. It also takes a closer look at Australia's famously dangerous animals, cutting through clichés to put their risks into perspective. While Australia is home to many of the world's most venomous snakes, they are not necessarily the deadliest.

Practical advice on avoiding hazardous wildlife is included, along with useful first aid tips. The book also provides up-to-date information on conservation issues, such as the role of fire in the Australian environment and the impact of invasive feral animals and weeds.

For those eager to explore, there’s a handy 'where to go' section offering a state-by-state guide to key wildlife locations, complete with maps. Packed with intriguing facts about animal biology and behavior, this guide focuses on the most commonly seen species and explains how different ecosystems function.

Perfect for visitors who want to deepen their understanding without lugging around a whole library, this book is an enjoyable read to curl up with at night-and an inspiration to be out exploring at dawn.

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