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Shorebirds of Australia describes and illustrates more than 50 species and is an essential
resource for ornithologists, birders, and naturalists.
Early chapters deal with basic aspects of the taxonomy and biology of waders. As the majority of
waders are long distance travelers and only spend a portion of their life cycle in Australia, much of
the information presented in these chapters applies equally to waders in other parts of the world. The
book then focuses on the distribution and identification of waders along the Australian coast and look
at the conservation of these species.
Complete with color photographs and up-to-date distribution maps, it provides descriptions and tips to
assist with the identification of all species of shorebird in Australia, which comprise about 10
percent of Australia’s total avifauna. In addition to information about their habitats, the most
significant threats to their existence are mentioned, as well as actions in place to help conserve
these birds.
Each species account includes color photos, a color distribution map, and details on:
identification and habitat, field marks of adult non-breeding, adult breeding, and juvenile,
flight, voice, range, habits, and similar species.
Features
* Color photographs and up-to-date Australian distribution maps of all shorebirds in Australia (excluding vagrants)
* Overview of all aspects of the biology and conservation of shorebirds based on the latest scientific literature
* Information about the habitats of shorebirds, which will assist with the identification of these important birds
* Describes the most significant threats to shorebirds in Australia and the East Asian-Australasian Flyway and actions in place to help conserve these birds
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface
Acknowledgements
List of authors and affiliations
Chapter 1 - Evolutionary history and taxonomy
Chapter 2 - Breeding ecology
Chapter 3 - Migration
Chapter 4 - Feeding ecology and habitat selection
Chapter 5 - Plumages and topography
Chapter 6 - Species descriptions
Chapter 7 - Threats to shorebirds and conservation actions
References
REVIEWS
"These Queensland Wader Study Group members have written a real treat for birdos and anyone with an interest in natural history. Every chapter is great and all contain gems new to even the most knowledgable shorebird aficionado."
-Greg Miller, WILDLIFE Australia Magazine, Spring 2007
"This is an excellent example of a shorebirds book. It is well thought out and constructed and therefore is something for all with an interest in the group or who are wanting to know about the birds, in Australia, from scratch. Overall, this fine, handy-size book is recommended without reservation."
-Fred TH Smith, The Bird Observer, October 2007
"This is a magnificent publication combining informative and well-written text with excellent maps and an impressive collection of photographs."
-Ian Montgomery, www.birdway.com
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