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1. Australian high country raptors.
by Olsen, Jerry. 
Price: USD 47.03
Dealer: AbebooksAU, Andrew Isles Natural History Books
Description: ISBN10: 0643109161, ISBN13: 9780643109162, [publisher: Collingwood: CSIRO Publishing, 2014.] Softcover Octavo, paperback,324 pp.,photographs, illustrations, maps. A detailed guide to all the raptor species that regularly breed in the high country above 600 metres, from Goulburn in New South Wales down to the hills outside Melbourne, Victoria. Author Jerry Olsen explores the nature of these striking animals that are classified as Accipitriformes and Falconiformes and Strigiformes. Contains sections on finding and watching raptors, identification, feeding, breeding and behaviour and conservation. Compares high country raptors and lower-elevation breeders and also makes comparisons with raptors found overseas, especially from North America and Europe. Describes the different habitats and vegetations types found in the high country and details which raptors are found in each. [Prahran, VIC, Australia] [Publication Year: 2014]  

2. Australian High Country Raptors
by Olsen Jerry 
Price: USD 83.94
Dealer: Biblio, Buteo Books
Description: CSIRO PUBLISHING, Date: 2014. Paperback. New. Australian High Country Raptors covers raptor species that regularly breed in the high country above 600 metres, from Goulburn in New South Wales down to the hills outside Melbourne, Victoria. Author Jerry Olsen explores the nature of these striking animals that are classified as Accipitriformes (diurnal hawks, falcons, kites and eagles), Falconiformes and Strigiformes (nocturnal owls). Comparisons between these high country raptors and lower-elevation breeders are also provided, in addition to comparisons with raptors found overseas, especially from North America and Europe. The book begins with a description of habitats and vegetation types in the high country, and which raptors are likely to be seen in each habitat type. It continues with sections on finding and watching raptors, raptor identification, hunting styles, food, breeding and behavior, and conservation. Appendices provide species accounts for diurnal breeding species in the high country, with basic information about their ecology, distribution and conservation, as well as detailed instructions about handling an injured or orphaned raptor. Illustrated throughout with photographs and drawings, Australian High Country Raptors offers readers a chance to look into the lives of Australia's fascinating birds of prey. 2014. CSIRO PUBLISHING ISBN 0643109161 9780643109162 [US] 

3. Australian High Country Raptors
by Olsen, Jerry 
Price: USD 83.94
Dealer: Abebooks, Buteo Books
Description: ISBN10: 0643109161, ISBN13: 9780643109162, [publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING] Softcover Australian High Country Raptors covers raptor species that regularly breed in the high country above 600 metres, from Goulburn in New South Wales down to the hills outside Melbourne, Victoria. Author Jerry Olsen explores the nature of these striking animals that are classified as Accipitriformes (diurnal hawks, falcons, kites and eagles), Falconiformes and Strigiformes (nocturnal owls). Comparisons between these high country raptors and lower-elevation breeders are also provided, in addition to comparisons with raptors found overseas, especially from North America and Europe. The book begins with a description of habitats and vegetation types in the high country, and which raptors are likely to be seen in each habitat type. It continues with sections on finding and watching raptors, raptor identification, hunting styles, food, breeding and behavior, and conservation. Appendices provide species accounts for diurnal breeding species in the high country, with basic information about their ecology, distribution and conservation, as well as detailed instructions about handling an injured or orphaned raptor. Illustrated throughout with photographs and drawings, Australian High Country Raptors offers readers a chance to look into the lives of Australia's fascinating birds of prey. [Arrington, VA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2014]  

4. Australian High Country Raptors
by Olsen, Jerry 
Price: USD 85.34
Dealer: Alibris, Buteo Books for Birdwatchers via Alibris
Description: CSIRO PUBLISHING 2014 Paperback New Australian High Country Raptors covers raptor species that regularly breed in the high country above 600 metres, from Goulburn in New South Wales down to the hills outside Melbourne, Victoria. Author Jerry Olsen explores the nature of these striking animals that are classified as Accipitriformes (diurnal hawks, falcons, kites and eagles), Falconiformes and Strigiformes (nocturnal owls). Comparisons between these high country raptors and lower-elevation breeders are also provided, in addition to comparisons with raptors found overseas, especially from North America and Europe. The book begins with a description of habitats and vegetation types in the high country, and which raptors are likely to be seen in each habitat type. It continues with sections on finding and watching raptors, raptor identification, hunting styles, food, breeding and behavior, and conservation. Appendices provide species accounts for diurnal breeding species in the high country, with basic information about their ecology, distribution and conservation, as well as detailed instructions about handling an injured or orphaned raptor. Illustrated throughout with photographs and drawings, Australian High Country Raptors offers readers a chance to look into the lives of Australia's fascinating birds of prey. 

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