A Naturalist in New Guinea
- Publisher : University of Texas Press
- Published In : Austin
- Illustrations : col photos, text illus
Description:
The Corrie Herring Hooks Series, No. 17. Illustrated by J. Anderton, photos by the author. The author, an authority on New Guinea ornithology, first went to New Guinea in 1975 as a college graduate, eager to study the ecology of rainforest birds, yet inexperienced in doing the field work in a tropical environment. His descriptions of lowland rains and heat, upland cold and fog, and the occupational hazareds of jungle research offer readers a vivid sense of participation in his experiences. The birds of paradise captured Beehler's interest, and over the years he returned to New Guinea to conduct groundbreaking studies of their behaviour and habitat. In addition to his descriptions of these magnificent birds, he includes much information on other flora and fauna, on the lifeways of New Guineans, and on human activities that affect the natural environment.
Condition
Vg in d/w; minor bump to foot of spine.