Wildlife of the Australian Rainforests

Wildlife of the Australian Rainforests: A State-by-State Guide is a lavishly illustrated guide to 51 significant wildlife-watching sites in 22 bioregions around Australia.

Rainforests are found in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, the Northern Territory and Western Australia. Sites are generally open to the public, (some may require permits). Detailed accounts of the key vertebrates and invertebrates that can be found in the rainforests are given, to aid in their identification and as a tool for the reader to gain a deeper understanding of their habits and biology. Concise information on each site includes location descriptions, GPS coordinates, travel options and distances, relevant fees and permits, and an overview of some of the main tracks and trails.

About the Author

Peter Rowland is a passionate wildlife conservationist, educator, nature photographer and traveller. Peter is a Whitley Award-winning natural history writer who has authored and contributed to over a dozen books on Australian wildlife, published several scientific research papers on the birds of Australia and New Guinea and is a regular columnist for the Australian Geographic Magazine. Angus McNab is an ecologist, author, wildlife guide and photographer, with an MSc in Zoology. Undertaking wildlife surveys, ecological research and threatened species monitoring programs for the past 15 years, he has gained experience with each of Australia’s faunal groups and each of the major rainforest regions. John Harris is the Principal Zoologist of Wildlife Experiences, an ecological consultancy and wildlife tourism business. He worked as a teacher for nearly 20 years before branching out into a career that encompassed his lifelong passion for nature and education. He works as an ecological consultant on projects across Australia as well as leading tours to see Australia’s unique flora and fauna.