This Bird

Discover the birds that share our urban spaces.What s so fancy about this bird? What s so clever about that bird? Perhaps it s a weightlifter, a marathon flier, an artist, or even a liar.You don t need to go far to see intriguing birds, even in the city. From colourful parrots to artistic bowerbirds and fancy fairy-wrens, there s lots to notice in our local backyards, streets and parks.Written by Astred Hicks in collaboration with bird scientist Dr Holly Parsons, and featuring Astred s distinctive and engaging illustrations, This Bird features fun facts about some remarkable Australian native birds and hints on where (and how) to find them!Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 12.Notable Book, The CBCA 2026 Book of the Year Awards: Eve Pownall Award"e;Charming, eye-catching, fresh and informative. This Bird explores iconic Australian birds as well as some of the more overlooked species, sharing fun facts and important stories as they go."e; Sami Bayly, author of The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals"e;Sometimes experienced birders can forget what first sparked our interest in birds. This beautiful book is a delightful reminder of the wonder that birds inspire in us. It finds the sublime in the everyday encounters we have with these endlessly fascinating creatures that we can see literally right outside our windows."e; Sean Dooley, BirdLife Australia