By John Dawson and Rob Lucas. In Softcovers sl faded spine with plastic cover as issued, First Published in 2000 Reprint 2007, frontispiece, Colour Photographs, illustrations, 312 Pages, Published By Godwit/Random House Auckland. A Near Fine Copy. 'New Zealand's native forests are rich and fascinating ecosystems, and the interactions between the various plants and animals are as interesting as the individuals themselves. This book is an ecological field guide. In one volume, it provides identification for a range of common plants (trees and shrubs, vines and epiphytes, ferns, grasses, fungi and mosses) and animals (birds, frogs, lizards, insects and bats). It also offers insights into the intriguing and vital interactions between them. The book has a user friendly, colour-coded layout, from the tallest trees to the forest floor. Illustrated with stunning photographs, this is a comprehensive and innovative guide to the wonders of the New Zealand forest'