A Field Guide to the Vertebrates of Lady Elliot Island, Great Barrier Reef
$49.95
Explore the vibrant wildlife of Lady Elliot Island – gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. This comprehensive field guide is the result of over six years of research and monitoring, offering an unparalleled look at the vertebrates that call this remarkable island home. Featuring stunning full-colour photographs, detailed profiles, and information for 800 species, this book covers birds, sharks, rays, fishes, mammals, and reptiles found on Lady Elliot Island and the surrounding southern Great Barrier Reef. Many images were contributed by citizen scientists through the Leaf to Reef initiative, which tracks ecological changes linked to revegetation and climate change impacts. Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist, a passionate diver, or a first-time visitor, this guide will enrich your experience and deepen your connection to one of the world’s natural wonders. Packed with expert knowledge and inspiring imagery, it’s an essential companion for anyone exploring the reef.
Description
A Field Guide to the Vertebrates of Lady Elliot Island was created to capture a living snapshot of life on and around this remarkable coral cay. As ocean temperatures shift and species move into new areas, understanding what’s here now is the first step in tracking change. This guide provides that essential benchmark.
Developed through the Leaf to Reef research project, the book brings together years of scientific surveys alongside invaluable sightings from resort staff and passionate citizen scientists. The result? New records for Australian waters, documented range extensions, and even species new to science.
Inside, you’ll find vibrant full-colour photographs and accessible species profiles covering birds, sharks, rays, fishes, mammals, and reptiles. Special “creature features” spotlight some of Lady Elliot Island’s most iconic wildlife, including red-tailed tropicbirds, reef manta rays, Lady Elliot shrimpgobies, humpback whales, and green sea turtles.
More than a field guide, this book is a celebration of collaboration, discovery, and the extraordinary biodiversity of the southern Great Barrier Reef — a vital resource for anyone who wants to explore and understand this changing marine world.
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