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Rod Morris  > Publications > Books and other Publications
Here are some publications by Rod Morris and editorials featuring Rod's photos.
Rod's books are an excellent resource for identifying wildlife and learning about New Zealand's biodiversity. There are stimulating books for children and young readers, stunning photography books and informative field guides to help you navigate New Zealand's natural history.

Most book titles can be purchased directly from us and we'll even subsidise the postage and packaging for purchases made in New Zealand.
Books can be purchased by contacting the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz. If you would like your book signed by Rod simply include your name or the name of the recipient in your email.
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Rod Morris > STOP PRESS! A brand new Field Guide to New Zealand's Freshwater Fishes will be out around the end of the year (December 2013). It's written by Stella McQueen. Stella wrote 'The New Zealand Native Freshwater Aquarium' previously, and she has a postgraduate diploma in freshwater ecology from Massey University. The photography is by Rod.
Rod Morris > Signed copies of An Extraordinary Land can be purchased directly from us for $49.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz This new title by Rod and Peter Hayden, presents New Zealand′s wildlife as never before - solving some mysteries and exploding some myths with a little help along the way from those at the front line of science and conservation in this country Experiencing New Zealand wildlife has been described as ′the closest thing to experiencing life on another planet′. One reason for this is that the islands of NZ have remained an isolated outpost for life in the midst of the ocean. This uniqueness has made New Zealand a magnet for scientists from around the world; yet many locals have no idea what′s so special about their environment. Author Peter Hayden has produced, directed, written or narrated over 200 hours of nature documentaries for television and this is the second book he and Rod have collaborated on.
Rod Morris > Signed copies of The Collins POCKET GUIDE TO NZ MINIBEASTS can be purchased directly from us for $24.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz This new title by Rod and Terence Lindsey is a guide to over 120 species of ′minibeasts′, from earthworms and leeches to springtails and sand scarabs. A practical and portable reference guide, it provides the basic information necessary to identify the most commonly encountered minibeasts in New Zealand. Featuring magnificent photographs taken largely by Rod, and also by talented young macro-photographer Bryce McQuillan. This is the perfect guide for travellers, tourists and students of New Zealand wildlife. Natural history writer Terence Lindsey is a widely traveled zoologist with more than forty years experience producing field guides on subjects as diverse as the deciduous trees of North America, and the kangaroos of Australia. This is the second field guide Rod and Terry have worked on together.
Rod Morris > A signed copy of The Collin's Field Guide to NZ Wildlife can be purchased directly from us for $44.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz First published in 2000, the COLLINS FIELD GUIDE TO NEW ZEALAND WILDLIFE quickly became a classic of its kind. Familiar to both national and international travellers keen to identify the birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, freshwater fish and invertebrates commonly encountered in this country, its combination of authoritative yet clear and precise textual descriptions and stunning photographs proved an instant winner. Now, more than 10 years on, this classic field guide has been updated and extended to make it even more useful to travellers with an interest in natural history and ecology. Retaining its useful glovebox-friendly format, the significantly expanded text will also include the latest research findings and changes in classification and nomenclature that have occurred in the past 10 years, along with new photographs where appropriate. Features include: Clean layout and design Clear sharp photographs of each species A distribution map for each species Accessible text covers: Recognition Distribution Habits Food Breeding Additional Information on: Taxonomic Order Other Common names Scientific name Maori names Terry is a widely traveled zoologist with more than forty years experience producing field guides on subjects as diverse as the deciduous trees of North America, and the kangaroos of Australia.
Rod Morris > A copy of the DVD Kea: Mountain Parrot can be purchased directly from us for $29.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz No other native NZ bird has been so actively persecuted, and yet so fiercely protected, as the kea. This documentary was produced and directed by Rod in the 1993, and has since become a classic. It was re-released by TVNZ in June 2012, and examines both the public and private life of one of the world's most controversial birds. The kea or mountain parrot, is an inquisitive and resouceful bird that lives in NZ's Southern Alps. But while naturally intelligent, kea have a darker side to their nature as well. Some high country humans have grown tired of the kea's antics and say the bird is a criminal. And they charge kea with more than just petty theft and vandalism, they accuse it of murder
Rod Morris > A signed copy of 'Kiwi: A Natural History' can be purchased directly from us for $29.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz New Zealand's best-known bird is the subject of this new title from Dr Isabel Castro and Rod. This is the perfect introduction for anyone with an interest in these fascinating birds. All five kiwi are covered ranging from the widespread North Island brown kiwi, to the endangered little spotted kiwi. Isabel describes key aspects of kiwi, from their evolution, prehistory and closest relatives (based on the latest research) to their feeding and breeding behaviour. Featuring over 100 full-colour photographs by Rod. Dr Isabel Castro lectures in Ecology at Massey University, where she leads research programmes on North Island brown kiwi behaviour, biology and ecological relationships. She has also carried out in-depth research on the hihi or stitchbird, as well as other native birds. This is the second title in a series from New Holland on New Zealand's wildlife, targeted at a family readership. The first title was Penguins of New Zealand by Lloyd Spencer Davis and Rod.
Rod Morris > A signed copy of Penguins of New Zealand can be purchased directly from us for $24.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz It may come as a surprise to learn that twelve of NZ's flightless birds are in fact seabirds - the penguins. Our surrounding seas are home to more penguin species than any other region on the planet. Lloyd has written an informative and accessible guide to the species in this region, covering their evolution and prehistory (we have always been the 'penguin capital' of the world), through their feeding and breeding behaviour (he helps the reader to think like a penguin), to current conservation issues. Penguin-watchers are also catered for, making this the perfect souvenir. Lloyd Spencer Davis is not only one of the country's top researchers into penguin biology and behaviour, he's a dab hand with a pen as well. He currently holds the Stuart Chair in Science Communication at the University of Otago.
Rod Morris > PUBLISHED 1 MARCH 2012 Signed copies of 'Buddies..and baddies' can be purchased directly from us for $20.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz This is the second title in a series of books by Nic and Rod, aimed at the 9 to 14 year-old reader. 'Buddies ...and baddies' examines unusual friendships and relationships between New Zealand's native plants and animals - from pesky parasites, through one-sided friendships, to special relationships where plants and animals both benefit from helping each other out. This is a book that encourages children to examine how we all rely on the living things around us. Featuring approximately 60 full-colour photographs by Rod. Nic Vallance is Conservation Advocate for the Forest and Bird Protection Society. She was previously the National Media Manager for the Department of Conservation, and wrote and presented 'Meet the Locals', a TVNZ 6 series of more than 150 four-minute shorts featuring native New Zealand wildlife.
Rod Morris > A signed copy of Invaders can be purchased directly from us for $19.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz The first title in a new series of books by Nic and Rod and aimed at the 9 to 14 year-old reader. Animal 'Invaders' have made New Zealand their home - sometimes with disastrous consequences for the local wildlife. Surprisingly, some of our best-loved newcomers are the worst offenders - cats, mice, hedgehogs, dogs, possums.... this is a book that encourages children to re-examine their environment and how we protect it. Featuring approximately 100 full-colour photographs, it was a finalist for the 2010 Elsie Locke Award (previously known as LIANZA Young Peoples Non Fiction Award) Nic Vallance was the National Media Manager for the Department of Conservation when she wrote this book. She was also writer/presenter of 'Meet the Locals', a TVNZ 6 series of more than 150 four-minute shorts featuring native New Zealand wildlife.
Rod Morris > A copy of the DVD Wild South: Volume Two can be purchased directly from us for $29.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz Two of the four nature stories on this disc were directed and produced by Rod back in the 1980's. Island eaten by Rats - a half hour long documentary about what happened when ship rats invaded Big South Cape Island off Stewart Island in the 1960's, exterminating three special native birds. Two of them, Steads bush Wren, and the Stewart island Snipe became extinct, while the third, the South Island saddleback, was spectacularly saved in a bold last minute rescue mission by the NZ Wildlife Service. Snares: Gift of the Sea - a half hour long documentary about a pristine subantarctic island group known as the Snares Islands, lying approx 100 kms south of Stewart Island, and home to fur seals, sealions and penguins, as well as three special land birds, the Snares black tomtit, the Snares fernbird, and the Snares Island snipe.
Rod Morris > A copy of the DVD Wild South: Volume Three can be purchased directly from us for $29.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz Two of the four nature stories on this disc were directed and produced by Rod back in the 1980's. Colony 'Z' - a half hour dramatised documentary about Dr Lance Richdale who studied a colony of Yellow-eyed penguins on Otago Peninsula during the war years. Song of Protest - a half hour documentary about the North Island kokako, under threat from the logging of its native forest habitat in the central North Island during the eighties. The narrative unfolds in both English and Maori, and features the beautiful music of the late, great Hirini Melbourne.
Rod Morris > A copy of the DVD Wild South: Volume Eight can be purchased directly from us for $29.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz Three nature stories directed and produced by Rod in the 1980's, all on the one disc. Kakapo: Night Parrot - a half hour long documentary (the first Rod ever made) about a giant retiring, nocturnal and extremely rare parrot, truly tested the filmmakers ingenuity as they attempt to capture on film for the very first time, it's unique courtship and nesting behaviour. Black Stilt - an hour long documentary about the rivalry between two species. Every year the rare Black Stilts of the McKenzie Country have a fight on their hands when the Pied Stilts arrive to nest, compete for food and interbreed. The Black Stilts always win the battles but they are losing the war. Black Robin: A Chatham Island Story - the epic struggle to save a small black New Zealand bird made history around the world in the 1970's. At the time the Black robin had the dubious distinction of being the rarest bird in the world - there were just five of them left. After a decade of tremendous effort by officers of the New Zealand Wildlife Service, robin numbers had increased ten-fold. The heart-warming story of a truly remarkable man, the late Don Merton, and his struggle to rescue the rarest bird in the world from extinction.
Rod Morris > A signed copy of New Zealand Nature can be purchased directly from us for $24.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz A photographic souvenir of this country's unrivalled natural beauty. Perhaps you are a visitor who sought a glimpse of the country's birds, or spent time among the tranquil serenity of the bush, or wandered the wild ocean shoreline. If so, Rod has captured a gallery of gorgeous close-ups of spectacular animals along with their natural habitats for you to remember this country by. The perfect memento for nature lovers everywhere.
Rod Morris > A signed copy of the Photographic Guide to Reptiles & Amphibians of New Zealand can be purchased directly from us for $25.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz The reptile handbook was fully revised in May 2011. It now covers 110 species of known reptiles and frogs native to New Zealand - three new skinks and a new green gecko have been added. Also the new generic names for brown geckos - Tukutuku, Toropuku, Mokopirirakau, Woodworthia, and Dactylocnemis - have been incorporated. Tony Jewell is a self-taught herpetologist whose insight into reptile behaviour, and extraordinary field skills, have resulted in the discovery of three distinctive new lizard species in recent times - the Takitimu gecko (2001), the Sinbad skink (2004), and the Pygmy gecko - while writing this book. The book won it's authors the Inland Otago Conservation Award in 2009.
Rod Morris > A signed copy of the Photographic Guide to Mammals of New Zealand can be purchased directly from us for $25.99 (+P&P). For more information please contact the Production Manager at info@rodmorris.co.nz This would have been a much thinner field guide, had it been written before humans arrived in New Zealand. Thirty-four native mammals are covered in this book, including two native bats, two dozen marine mammals (including seals, dolphins and whales) and an odd archaic 'waddling mouse' - now extinct.
STOP PRESS! A brand new Field Guide to New Zealand's Freshwater Fishes will be out around the end of the year (December 2013). It's written by Stella McQueen. Stella wrote 'The New Zealand Native Freshwater Aquarium' previously, and she has a postgraduate diploma in freshwater ecology from Massey University. The photography is by Rod.
Rod Morris > STOP PRESS! A brand new Field Guide to New Zealand's Freshwater Fishes will be out around the end of the year (December 2013). It's written by Stella McQueen. Stella wrote 'The New Zealand Native Freshwater Aquarium' previously, and she has a postgraduate diploma in freshwater ecology from Massey University. The photography is by Rod.
STOP PRESS! A brand new Field Guide to New Zealand's Freshwater Fishes will be out around the end of the year (December 2013). It's written by Stella McQueen. Stella wrote 'The New Zealand Native Freshwater Aquarium' previously, and she has a postgraduate diploma in freshwater ecology from Massey University. The photography is by Rod.
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