Wildlife of Victoria's South-West

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A Guide to the Grampians-Gariwerd, Volcanic Plains, Melbourne and Surrounds

By: Grant Palmer, Jules Farquhar

eBook - February 2024 - eRetailers

A photographic field guide to the mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs that occur in the region.

Victoria’s South-West is an iconic region of Australia that includes the exceptional landscape features of the Grampians-Gariwerd, the Victorian Volcanic Plain with crater lakes and cones, the forests of the Great Dividing Range, and Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay. Victoria’s South-West supports remarkable wildlife, including some found only in the region, and is recognised as both nationally and globally significant for the conservation of biodiversity. + Full description

Wildlife of Victoria’s South-West is a comprehensive photographic field guide to the region’s wildlife, many of which occur throughout south-eastern Australia. It covers all the mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs that occur in the region, including on land and in the coastal marine environment. Each of the 432 taxa profiles includes detailed information on identification, range, conservation status, habitat and ecology, and the local Aboriginal name for the species when known. An outstanding colour image and regional distribution map is also included for each species. Additional information is provided on habitat types, conservation and management of wildlife in Victoria’s South-West as well as 19 places in the region to visit and view wildlife.

Ideal for those who wish to identify and learn more about the diversity of animals found in the region, while also gaining an understanding of the distinct role Victoria’s South-West has in contributing to conserving Australia’s stunning wildlife.

Certificate of Commendation, The Royal Zoological Society of NSW 2024 Whitley Awards: Regional Field Guide

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Reviews

"It is an impressive guide in its scope and also, surprisingly so for a field guide, its depth. […] If you’re likely to be spending any time in this part of the world, this book would certainly improve your experience of it."
Ian Fraser, Natural History Reviews #33, April 2024

"Wildlife of Victoria’s South-West is well researched and well presented, with text that is easy to read without losing any scientific validity. It’s a pleasure to read, and it should entice visitors and local naturalists to discover the unique and diverse wildlife for themselves."
Mike Griffiths, Western Australian Naturalists Club, 2 May 2024

"Australia is home to a spectacular array of wildlife species, and for those in Victoria or intending to travel there – be sure to check out this spectacular book - Wildlife of Victoria’s South-West"
Phil Tucak, Wildlife Health Australia, 16 April 2024

"With such a wealth of information, visitors to these parts of Victoria will be well equipped to explore the wildlife. The book is highly recommended."
Michael Lenz, Canberra Bird Notes, July 2024

Details

Paperback | February 2024 | $ 49.99
ISBN: 9781486313051 | 416 pages | 245 x 170 mm
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Colour photographs, Maps

ePDF | February 2024
ISBN: 9781486313068
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ISBN: 9781486313075
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Features

Perfect for exploring Melbourne's backyard wildlife and further afield
Features comprehensive profiles of 432 native mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs, as well as information on 26 introduced species found in the region.
Provides detailed local knowledge on the distribution, habitat and ecology of species, and identifies known local Aboriginal names for species.
Showcases 19 key wildlife viewing locations in Victoria’s South-West.
Discusses major conservation and management issues in the region.
Includes stunning images of the region’s wildlife and habitats.

Preface
Acknowledgements
Acronyms
Introduction: Victoria's South-West
Chapter 1: Wildlife of Victoria’s South-West
Chapter 2: Vegetation communities of Victoria’s South-West
Chapter 3: Conservation and management
Chapter 4: Species accounts
Chapter 5: Key wildlife viewing spots

Other wildlife of Victoria’s South-West
Submitting records of wildlife
Checklist of the wildlife of Victoria’s South-West
Plant species in this book
Glossary
References and further information
Index of common names
Index of scientific names

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Authors

Grant Palmer has over 25 years’ experience in wildlife research, particularly across Victoria’s South-West. He has a PhD in wildlife ecology and has been an academic at Federation University in environmental and conservation science since 2005. He is the author of Wildlife of the Otways and Shipwreck Coast.

Jules Farquhar is a reptile scientist based in Victoria’s South-West, and has travelled widely in Australia to research and photograph lizards and snakes. He has an Honours degree in reptile ecology and works as a skink researcher at Monash University.