New Zealand is a popular tourist destination with a wide range of dramatic scenery & a long list of endemic species. Although the country`s wildlife has suffered as a result of unwelcome introductions, most species have managed to survive thanks to a number of dedicated & inspired conservationists. This glorious photographic field guide illustrates most of the vertebrate species to be found there, as well as a large number of typical invertebrates & flora. The photographs are accompanied by a succinct text, & this portable guide will be invaluable to all visitors to the country with an interest in natural history.