{"title":"Gisela Kaplan","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating world of avian life with the works of \u003cem\u003eGisela Kaplan\u003c\/em\u003e, an esteemed author celebrated for her comprehensive research and engaging writing style. Specialising in \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e, Dr Kaplan delves into the intricate lives of birds, offering readers an enlightening exploration of their behaviours, intelligence, and ecological significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer acclaimed books, such as \u003cem\u003eAustralian Magpie\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBird Minds\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eTawny Frogmouth\u003c\/em\u003e, showcase her passion for ornithology. In these works, Kaplan combines scientific rigour with accessible prose, making complex concepts relatable to both avid bird enthusiasts and casual readers alike. Each book provides an immersive journey into the unique characteristics and survival strategies of these remarkable creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're captivated by the social dynamics of the Australian Magpie, intrigued by the cognitive abilities explored in \u003cem\u003eBird Minds\u003c\/em\u003e, or wish to learn about the nocturnal magnificence of the Tawny Frogmouth, Gisela Kaplan's collection offers a rich tapestry of insights into the avian world. Dive into these thoughtfully researched books and develop a deeper appreciation for the natural world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bird-minds-by-gisela-kaplan-9781486300181","title":"Bird Minds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBird Minds\u003c\/i\u003e is the first attempt to shine a critical and scientific light on the cognitive behaviour of Australian land birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from Kaplan's well-received books on the \u003ci\u003eAustralian Magpie\u003c\/i\u003e and the \u003ci\u003eTawny Frogmouth\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBird Minds\u003c\/i\u003e demonstrates how intelligent and emotional Australian birds can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe describes complex behaviours such as grieving, deception, problem solving, and the use of tools. Many Australian birds cooperate and defend each other, and exceptional ones go fishing by throwing breadcrumbs in the water, extract poisonous parts from prey, and use tools to crack open eggshells and mussels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854077710572,"sku":"9781486300181","price":90.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4710383482717.jpg?v=1759233485"},{"product_id":"tawny-frogmouth-by-gisela-kaplan-9781486308163","title":"Tawny Frogmouth","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tawny frogmouth is one of Australia's most intriguing and endearing birds. Written by award-winning author Gisela Kaplan, one of Australia's leading authorities on animal behaviour and native birds, this second edition of \u003ci\u003eTawny Frogmouth\u003c\/i\u003e presents an easy-to-read account of these unique nocturnal birds, which can be found across almost the entire continent. Fully revised and updated throughout, this book combines 20 years of systematic observation with published research and information from regional surveys, and represents the most comprehensive single study ever conducted on tawny frogmouths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe learn that tawny frogmouths are very affectionate, have close bonds with lifelong partners, scream like prowling tomcats when distressed, fight with lightning speed and defend nest sites from reptilian predators by mobbing and spraying pungent faeces at them. Uncompromising male fights are contrasted with the touching gentleness of males as fathers. We also learn how resilient and unusual tawny frogmouths are in the way they cope with heat and cold and scarcity of water, sit out danger, and use a large variety of food items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis fascinating book has wide appeal to bird lovers, amateur ornithologists and naturalists, as well as those with a scientific or professional interest in native birds, their communication, emotions and skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854888849644,"sku":"9781486308163","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781486308163.jpg?v=1759258276"},{"product_id":"australian-magpie-by-gisela-kaplan-9781486307241","title":"Australian Magpie","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Australian magpie is one of our nation's most popular and iconic birds. It is loved for its impressive vocal abilities, propensity to play, excellent parenting, and willingness to form enduring friendships with people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by award-winning author Gisela Kaplan, a leading authority on animal behaviour and Australian birds, this second edition of \u003cem\u003eAustralian Magpie\u003c\/em\u003e is a thoroughly updated and substantially expanded account of the behaviour of these birds. With new chapters on classification, cognition, and caring for young, it reveals the extraordinary capabilities of the magpie, including its complex social behaviour. The author, who has devoted more than 20 years to studying and interacting with magpies, brings together the latest research on the magpie's biology and behaviour, along with information on the origin of magpies, their development, and health not published previously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis fascinating book has a wide appeal to bird lovers, amateur ornithologists, and naturalists, as well as those with a scientific or professional interest in avian behaviour and ecology, and those interested in the importance of native birds to the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46997920252140,"sku":"9781486307241","price":114.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4780983482717.jpg?v=1763198030"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/gisela-kaplan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}