My books
NEW BOOK OUT NOW!
GETTING TO KNOW THE BIRDS IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD
Australia’s first field guide to the birds of our towns and cities. A bird book for the absolute beginner!
“This book is a gateway and a bridge, a hook to illustrate how connected we are to birds and the landscapes that we share. Anyone can pick it up and become engaged and excited about birds. Beware! This book will condition you to crave what will become an addiction to birding.”
Costa Georgiadis, Host of Gardening Australia, ABC TV
Get it from Booktopia or NewSouth Books
A Clouded Leopard in the Middle of the Road (2022) Cornell University Press.
The first detailed survey of the emerging field known as road ecology. Full of example from around the world and illustrated with the author’s own extensive studies, this book marks the emergence of a critically important field into the public arena.
“Anyone interested in imagining better ways for humans and wildlife to coexist should pick up this book.” Marcel Huijser, author of Safe Passages.
Available from Amazon or Cornell University Press.
Curlews on Vulture Street (2022) NewSouth Publishing.
A memoir and insider’s guide to the burgeoning field of urban ecology by one of Australia’s pioneers of the field. Full of astonishing discoveries and utter failures in the front yards and public parks of Brisbane and beyond.
“Anyone who loves birds, nature and superb storytelling will love this book.” Jennifer Ackerman, author of The Genius of Birds.
Available from Booktopia, Amazon or NewSouth Books.
Feeding the Birds at Your Table (2019) NewSouth Publishing.
The first detailed guide to feeding birds in Australia. Faces to realities surrounding this controversial practice, it provides sound suggests on how to feed wild birds safely and sustainably.
“At last, a sensible, science-based guide.” Paul Sullivan, BirdLife Australia.
Shortlisted for Australian Book Industry Awards: Adult Book Small Publisher.
Finalist, Courier-Mail, People’s Choice Queensland Book of the Year.
Available from Booktopia, Amazon or NewSouth Books.
The Birds at My Table (2018) Cornell University Press/NewSouth Publishing.
The first exploration of all aspects of this globally popular activity. Although presented in an easy and engaging style, it is thoroughly based on scientific studies from around the world, including those of the author.
“A delightful and information read by a keen naturalist and gifted scholar.” John Marzluff, University of Washington.
Available from Booktopia, Amazon or NewSouth Books.
Mound-builders. Darryl Jones and Ann Göth. (2008). CSIRO Publishing.
Magpie Alert. Learning to Live with a Wild Neighbour. (2002). UNSW Press.
The Magapodes. Darryl Jones, Rene Dekker and Cess Roselaar. (1995). Oxford University Press.