Description
Discover the hidden wonders of urban wildlife in 'A Guide to the Creatures in Your Neighbourhood.' In this beautifully illustrated guide, published by Murdoch Books in 2022, readers will find a comprehensive resource dedicated to the fascinating animals and plants that inhabit cities and suburbs across Australia. This must-have field guide invites you to embrace nature, revealing astonishing facts about local creatures like crows, ibises, cockatoos, magpies, spiders, and possums right outside your door.
Ignite your curiosity with intriguing insights: Can crows really recognize human faces? How do ibises navigate using their bills? These captivating tidbits, along with practical tips for observing wildlife, documenting your findings through sketching, and photography, allow you to cultivate an intimate connection with the environment.
Perfect for nature enthusiasts and casual explorers alike, 'A Guide to the Creatures in Your Neighbourhood' encourages readers to take a moment, slow down, and truly observe the rich tapestry of life surrounding them, whether it's an afternoon stroll or a trip to the mailbox. We invite you on an exciting journey into the world of urban nature, fostering a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity that exists all around us.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922616326
Shipping: Fast and reliable delivery options available for your convenience.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922616326
Year: 2022
Publisher: Murdoch Books
Description:
In cities and suburbs all over Australia, a staggering array of animals and plants make their homes among us. If we pay attention, each encounter with a bird, a flower or a bee is an invitation into a fascinating world of growth, decay, communication and sensation - and it's all going on right under our noses.
Did you know crows can identify humans by their faces? Or that ibises can 'see' with the tips of their bills? Let the team from the Urban Field Naturalist Project amaze you with weird and wonderful facts about cockatoos, magpies, spiders, possums and other animals just outside your doorstep. Then get inspired to cultivate a deeper connection with tips for observing, sketching, photographing and making field notes - or simply sitting still to observe and listen.
Whether for an afternoon of exploring or a walk to the letterbox, A Guide to the Creatures in Your Neighbourhood is your ticket to slow down and get curious about urban nature. No matter where you live, you'll have a front row seat!
Ignite your curiosity with intriguing insights: Can crows really recognize human faces? How do ibises navigate using their bills? These captivating tidbits, along with practical tips for observing wildlife, documenting your findings through sketching, and photography, allow you to cultivate an intimate connection with the environment.
Perfect for nature enthusiasts and casual explorers alike, 'A Guide to the Creatures in Your Neighbourhood' encourages readers to take a moment, slow down, and truly observe the rich tapestry of life surrounding them, whether it's an afternoon stroll or a trip to the mailbox. We invite you on an exciting journey into the world of urban nature, fostering a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity that exists all around us.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922616326
Shipping: Fast and reliable delivery options available for your convenience.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922616326
Year: 2022
Publisher: Murdoch Books
Description:
In cities and suburbs all over Australia, a staggering array of animals and plants make their homes among us. If we pay attention, each encounter with a bird, a flower or a bee is an invitation into a fascinating world of growth, decay, communication and sensation - and it's all going on right under our noses.
Did you know crows can identify humans by their faces? Or that ibises can 'see' with the tips of their bills? Let the team from the Urban Field Naturalist Project amaze you with weird and wonderful facts about cockatoos, magpies, spiders, possums and other animals just outside your doorstep. Then get inspired to cultivate a deeper connection with tips for observing, sketching, photographing and making field notes - or simply sitting still to observe and listen.
Whether for an afternoon of exploring or a walk to the letterbox, A Guide to the Creatures in Your Neighbourhood is your ticket to slow down and get curious about urban nature. No matter where you live, you'll have a front row seat!