The Natural History of Canterbury

<DIV><DIV><DIV><P style=MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt>With more than 40 scientists and academics contributing to this reference this invaluable accessible and well-illustrated guide provides comprehensive up-to-date knowledge of Canterbury&#146;s flora fauna and environment. Explorations of the geology geomorphology geography and the history of the Maori are discussed in detail as are fossils and present-day birds amphibians reptiles and marine mammals. Thought-provoking chapters on ecological restoration conservation issues and environmental management are also included.</P></DIV></DIV></DIV>