Books about wildlife and habitat

What an Owl Knows
By Jennifer Ackerman
Scribe
While there are 270 species of owls alive today throughout every continent except Antarctica, they can be difficult to find and study. Jennifer Ackerman explores the fascinating scientific research into owls’ brains and behaviour, adding her own field observations and revealing the hidden realities of our shared world.

100 Australian Butterflies, Bees, Beetles & Bugs
By Georgia Angus
Hardie Grant Explore
This handy beginner’s guide lists 100 of the native insect species found in our gardens and beyond around Australia. Each listing includes the author’s annotated hand-drawn illustrations, which are paired with informative text and a distribution map.

Why Do Birds Do That?
By Dr Gráinne Cleary
Allen & Unwin
The behaviours, survival skills and diets of birds have long been a source of fascination for nature enthusiasts. In this book, wildlife ecologist Dr Gráinne Cleary answers more than 50 often-asked questions about birds, such as ‘Why do they sing in the morning?’

A Guide to the Creatures in Your Neighbourhood
By The Urban Field Naturalist Project
Murdoch Books
Urban dwellers may not be overtly aware of it, but there is a diverse range of wildlife and wild plants all around us. They exist on balconies and in backyards, parks and local streets – birds, lizards, possums, ants, spiders, snails and even the weeds growing through cracks in the footpath.

Habitat: A Practical Guide to Creating A Wildlife-friendly Australian Garden
By AB Bishop
Murdoch Books
AB Bishop is a horticulturist and landscape
designer whose latest book is a valuable resource for encouraging and successfully integrating a variety of birds, insects and reptiles into gardens. The comprehensive information includes a plant directory, guidance on native and exotic plants suited to different types of wildlife, and advice on shelter, food, water and nesting requirements.