Birdlife of Murdoch: A Guide to Local Species by Barbara D Porter

Book Description

Secondhand. Good condition. Ex library copy with external stickers. Stickers, stamps and writing on inside pages. Scratch to the inside back cover caused the borrower card pocket removal, now protected by book tape. Wear to book corners and edges.

Book produced to celebrate Murdoch University's 10th anniversary and provide a valuable introduction to the more than 100 species of birdlife at the university.

Designed as a guide to help visitors to identify, appreciate and enjoy the magnificent birdlife in the area in an accessible format.

The common local species have been illustrated and described. Colour photographs to help recognise species of special significance. Included is information on general habits and distinguishing features of selected species, and a full list of species seen in the University grounds or nearby.

Pen and ink drawings by Michael J Bamford.

Principal photographer L Michael K Morcombe.

Edited by Barbara Porter and text preparation by Amanda J Silberstein and Ronald D Wooller.