The Birds Of Port Moresby And District
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
A landmark work for ornithologists and naturalists alike, The Birds of Port Moresby and District by Roy D. Mackay presents a meticulous and authoritative survey of the avian life found in and around Papua New Guinea's vibrant capital. Mackay catalogues the remarkable diversity of bird species inhabiting this lush tropical region — from the iconic birds of paradise to the countless smaller species that animate the forests, wetlands, and coastal fringes of the Port Moresby district. Written with the precision of a dedicated field naturalist, the work provides detailed descriptions, habitat notes, and observational data that serve as an indispensable reference for both the serious ornithologist and the enthusiastic amateur birdwatcher. Beyond its role as a field companion, this volume stands as a significant contribution to the broader study of Australasian and Pacific natural history, shedding light on one of the world's most biodiverse regions at a time when systematic documentation of Papua New Guinea's wildlife was still in its early stages. Mackay's scholarly yet accessible prose ensures the text remains engaging without sacrificing scientific rigour, making it a treasured addition to any natural history library. For anyone captivated by the extraordinary wildlife of the Pacific, this volume raises as many questions about the region's ecological wonders as it seeks to answer.
Author: Roy D. Mackay
Format: Hardback
Genre: Zoology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
A landmark work for ornithologists and naturalists alike, The Birds of Port Moresby and District by Roy D. Mackay presents a meticulous and authoritative survey of the avian life found in and around Papua New Guinea's vibrant capital. Mackay catalogues the remarkable diversity of bird species inhabiting this lush tropical region — from the iconic birds of paradise to the countless smaller species that animate the forests, wetlands, and coastal fringes of the Port Moresby district. Written with the precision of a dedicated field naturalist, the work provides detailed descriptions, habitat notes, and observational data that serve as an indispensable reference for both the serious ornithologist and the enthusiastic amateur birdwatcher. Beyond its role as a field companion, this volume stands as a significant contribution to the broader study of Australasian and Pacific natural history, shedding light on one of the world's most biodiverse regions at a time when systematic documentation of Papua New Guinea's wildlife was still in its early stages. Mackay's scholarly yet accessible prose ensures the text remains engaging without sacrificing scientific rigour, making it a treasured addition to any natural history library. For anyone captivated by the extraordinary wildlife of the Pacific, this volume raises as many questions about the region's ecological wonders as it seeks to answer.