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For those captivated by the art of flight, \u003cem\u003eAustralian Birds of Prey in Flight\u003c\/em\u003e captures the grace and power of these avian hunters, underlining their vital role in the ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe captivating \u003cem\u003eAustralian Falcons\u003c\/em\u003e showcases the agility and precision of these incredible birds, featuring detailed studies on their behaviours and habitats. Meanwhile, \u003cem\u003eBirds of Prey of Australia\u003c\/em\u003e serves as an essential guide for both novices and seasoned bird enthusiasts, offering a panoramic view of Australia's remarkable raptor species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStephen Debus’s collections fall under the 'Science \u0026amp; Nature' category, providing educational yet accessible insights into Australia’s avian world. Whether you're seeking to deepen your understanding or simply enjoy the beauty of these creatures, Debus’s books are a valuable addition to your reading list.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"australasian-eagles-and-eagle-like-birds-by-stephen-debus-9781486306923","title":"Australasian Eagles and Eagle-like Birds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEagles are awe-inspiring birds that have influenced much human endeavour. Australia is home to three eagle species, and in Melanesia, there are four additional endemic species. A further three large Australian hawks are eagle-like. Eagles, being at the top of the food chain, are sensitive ecological barometers of human impact on the Earth's ecosystem services, and all of the six Australian species covered in this book are threatened in at least some states (one also nationally).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eAustralasian Eagles and Eagle-like Birds\u003c\/em\u003e, Dr Stephen Debus provides a 25-year update of knowledge on these 10 species as a supplement to the Handbook of Australian, New Zealand and Antarctic Birds (HANZAB) and recent global treatises, based partly on his own field studies. 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These images are captured using photographs from many of Australia's leading bird photographers. Annotated multi-species comparison plates highlight key features that can help differentiate birds of prey in flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book will be of value to anyone who wants to learn more about Australia's birds of prey. It provides a useful reference for identifying soaring birds in the field and also assists in identifying images from your own camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854004310252,"sku":"9781486308668","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4795253482717.jpg?v=1759230890"},{"product_id":"australian-falcons-by-stephen-debus-9781486315765","title":"Australian Falcons","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFalcons are stunning and iconic birds. 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