Field Guide to the Birds of Australia – 6th Edition by Simpson & Day, with Peter Trusler (1999)

Authors:
Ken Simpson (Editor), Nicolas Day (Illustrator), with contributions by Peter Trusler

Publisher:
Viking, Ringwood, Vic., 1999

Edition:
6th Edition

Format:
Softcover with dust jacket

Pages:
440 pages

ISBN:
0670879185

Condition:
Very Good – light wear to dust jacket. Internally clean and unmarked.

Description:
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most trusted bird guides, the Field Guide to the Birds of Australia by Simpson & Day is an essential companion for birdwatchers of all levels. This 6th edition, published in 1999, features detailed illustrations by Nicolas Day and additional contributions by Peter Trusler, along with distribution maps, identification notes, and species information.

Comprehensive and portable, the guide covers over 700 bird species found across Australia, making it a staple reference for both field use and nature libraries.

Why You'll Love It:
A beautifully illustrated and scientifically reliable guide, perfect for use in the field, on nature walks, or for quiet study at home. This edition continues the legacy of Simpson & Day’s contribution to Australian ornithology and natural history publishing.