New Zealand
has an extraordinary range of plants and animals, yet a great many species are
trending towards extinction. The arrival of humans to the country, and the
predators we brought with us, pushed the natural world to the brink.
But while
we are the villains of the story, we can also be heroes.
Great
Stories of New Zealand Conservation tells 50
inspiring and thought provoking stories, covering all matter of conservation
and ecological projects from right across the motu.
Some of the
projects have been driven by national organisations - such as saving the kakapo and the yellow eyed penguin.
Other
chapters in the book focus on locally led initiatives, such as the creation of
off-shore island sanctuaries.
Because of
conflicting demands on our land, conservation stories can be controversial. The
author has not shied away from probing topics including the control of
Himalayan tahr and the perils of commercial forestry.
Learn how
New Zealand has innovatively led the way on conservation initiatives - such as
the translocation of birds and the development of predator-proof fences.
Product code: 9781776940066
| ISBN |
9781776940066 |
| No. Of Pages |
208 |
| Publisher |
Upstart Press Ltd |
| On Sale Date |
08/06/2023 |