I fell into entomology by accident. I was testing out my macro lens on the various insect and spider species I had and noticed I was seeing the same species repeatedly. I wanted to learn more about the animals I was seeing so I could get better photos of them in the future. This was the first book I bought on insects and it is still the one I pull out first. It is the best … [Read more...] about Book Review: Backyard Insects
Book Review: A Guide to the Spiders of Australia
It took me a while to become interested in spiders. At first, I dismissed them because the ones I encountered around the house were either associated with warnings or embodied the definition of creepy-crawly. Then I started coming across different species while hiking or birdwatching. These new spiders were fascinating, with unique markings and behaviour. I paid more attention … [Read more...] about Book Review: A Guide to the Spiders of Australia
Book Review: Insects of South-Eastern Australia
I became fascinated with insects (and related species) when I got a macro lens. Suddenly, a new world opened up. I started to notice species that I'd never given any attention to before. I wanted to learn about this new world. I initially picked up Backyard Insect; a book that I would still recommend as the ideal introduction to Australian insects. There came a point where I … [Read more...] about Book Review: Insects of South-Eastern Australia
Book Review: The Woodhen: A Flightless Bird Defying Exinction
In 1980, the Lord Howe Island woodhen was considered to be highly endangered. Just 15 individuals were found when surveying the island, with the species facing multiple threats as the result of human colonization. Within 10 years of the captive breeding program, the numbers reached 200. This is fantastic success in any threatened species recovery, especially when you consider … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Woodhen: A Flightless Bird Defying Exinction
Book Review: Wildlife of the Otways and Shipwreck Coast
I love the Otways. I visit Apollo Bay frequently and have spent hours searching for uncommon birds in the area. I had been able to piece together information about the local area by scouring information centres and taking multiple field guides on each trip. This took a lot of effort and meant that I had to rely on anecdotal evidence when seeking information. This book is … [Read more...] about Book Review: Wildlife of the Otways and Shipwreck Coast