The Natural History of Canterbury
, by Winterbourn, Michael; Knox, George; Burrows, Colin; Marsden, IslayNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9781877257575 | 1877257575
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 4/1/2009
With more than 40 scientists and academics contributing to this reference, this invaluable, accessible, and well-illustrated guide provides comprehensive, up-to-date knowledge of Canterbury's flora, fauna, and environment. Explorations of the geology, geomorphology, geography, and the history of the Maori are discussed in detail, as are fossils and present-day birds, amphibians, reptiles, and marine mammals. Thought-provoking chapters on ecological restoration, conservation issues, and environmental management are also included.