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Lifetime: 1879 - 1910 Passed: ≈ 114 years ago

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George Reginald Marriner

Books by George Reginald Marriner

The Kea: a New Zealand problem including a full description of this very interesting bird, its habitat and ways together with a discussion of the theories advanced to explain its sheep-killing propensities Cover image

The Kea: a New Zealand problem including a full description of this very interesting bird, its habitat and ways together with a discussion of the theories advanced to explain its sheep-killing propensities

Science
Animal Habits Nature Action Passion Birds Environment Propensity

This insightful work provides a comprehensive exploration of the Kea, a unique bird species native to New Zealand, delving into its habitat, behavior, and the theories surrounding its peculiar tendency to target sheep. Written by Marriner, an expert...

KEA: a New Zealand problem Cover image

KEA: a New Zealand problem

Non-Fiction Science
New Zealand Alpine parrot Endangered species Kea Nestor notabilis Predatory behaviour Sheep-killing South Island

The kea is the world's only alpine parrot, and is endemic to the South Island of New Zealand. This large parrot is beloved of modern-day New Zealanders for its cheeky intelligence and mischievous behaviour, but it has not always been so loved. In the...