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Many of New Zealand's freshwater habitats have been invaded by organisms not native to this country. You can read about introduced fish, invertebrates and plants that have had a significant impact on our environment, in this new publication. Available as a PDF from the NIWA website.

A comprehensive reference guide to all 68 known species of New Zealand freshwater fishes, covers both native and introduced species. RRP NZ $29.95 ISBN 978-1-86966-386-5

A field guide to the twelve penguin species of the NZ region, covering their evolution and prehistory, their behaviour, and current conservation issues. A perfect souvenir for penguin watchers. RRP NZ $29.95 ISBN 978-1-86966-261-5

A finalist in the 2003 New Zealand Post Childrens Book Awards, this childrens story introduces readers to a day in the life of a weta. A collaboration with multi-award winning author Joy Cowley. (Also available in Te Reo: ISBN 978-1-86943-615-6) RRP NZ $29.95 ISBN 978-1-86943-547-8

This years Conservation Week Poster is available as a download from the Department of Conservation website

A comprehensive guide to the NZ Seashore, and a Storylines Notable Book for 2018. Four hundred and sixteen pages cover all the common intertidal plant and animal species. RRP NZ $49.95 ISBN 978-1-7755-4010-6

A comprehensive reference guide to 110 species of New Zealand reptiles and amphibians, covers both native and introduced species. This book won the Inland Otago Conservation Award in 2009. RRP NZ $29.95 ISBN 978-1-86966-203-5

A practical field guide to 120 species of common NZ invertebrates, from earthworms to butterflies and beetles. RRP NZ $29.95 ISBN 978-1-7755-4019-9 (Sorry, now out of print)

Some say the kea is a criminal. They charge the bird with more than just petty theft and vandalism, they accuse it of murder. A documentary classic produced and directed by Rod, it became one of the most viewed programmes on NZ On Screen. DVD 52mins RRP NZ $39.99

This field guide has become a classic in NZ. Popular with both national, and international travellers keen to identify our birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, freshwater fish and invertebrates. RRP NZ $49.95 ISBN 978-1-86950-881-4

A comprehensive reference guide to 66 species of New Zealand mammals, covers native bats, seals, dolphins and whales as well as the introduced game species. RRP NZ $29.95 ISBN 978-1-86966-202-8

This book celebrates the exotic plants and fanciful animals unique to fourteen of the worlds great islands, including Madagascar, Hawaii, Galapagos, New Guinea, Easter Island, and of course New Zealand. RRP NZ $79.95 ISBN 978-1-86953-481-6

A delightful twelve page reader, which encourages young children to ask why a tadpole wants us to watch him. If they don’t know that tadpoles transform into frogs, this is a lovely way for them to find out, parents can further encourage young readers by asking " – what do you expect we will see? Let’s read to find out" This resource has been developed to support the New Zealand Curriculum.

Storylines Notable Book for 2014 and a finalist in the 2014 NZ Post Children's Book Awards. Dramatic stories of NZ's wildlife, and the people working with them. RRP NZ $49.95 ISBN 978-1-86950-963-7

One hundred endangered NZ birds, reptiles, fish, mammals and plants. Provides a snapshot of the critical state of New Zealand's biodiversity. RRP NZ $49.95 ISBN 978-1-86941-912-7

More than thirty common NZ birds feature 'life-sized' against habitat backgrounds. A colourful guide for children interested in birds, and a companion volume to REAL-SIZE GUIDE TO NEW ZEALAND BIRDS. RRP NZ $29.95 ISBN 978-1-86941-527-2

A celebration of our wildlife in words and pictures as if each species were a living piece of art. This book was a finalist in the 1996 Montana Book Awards.

KCC Magazine is perfect for children with enquiring minds and a love of the outdoors. You can subscribe at http://kcc.org.nz - or better still, take out a gift membership for that special child next Christmas...

A field guide to our five extraordinary kiwi species, covering everything from their evolution and closest relatives (based on the latest research), to their feeding and breeding behaviour. RRP NZ $39.95 ISBN 978-1-86966-292-9

The beauty of a hundred NZ birds. Celebrating their song, courtship, intricate nests, and ecological significance. RRP NZ $49.95 ISBN 1-86941-810-7

More than thirty common NZ birds feature 'real-sized' against habitat backgrounds. A colourful guide for children interested in birds, and a companion volume to LIFE-SIZE GUIDE TO NEW ZEALAND BIRDS. RRP NZ $29.95 ISBN 978-1-86941-633-3

A review on the status of New Zealand's peripatus, published by the Department of Conservation, although it stops short of recommending complete protection, there is some information on the current taxonomic status and habitat requirements.