This book tells the story of the rare Chatham Island black robin. It will inspire all those concerned with the conservation of endangered species and demonstrates that recovery is possible even in the most extreme cases. In fact, the black robin was nearly extinct--reduced to one surviving breeding pair--when the program described here was put into effect. The innovative techniques used by the team responsible for this effort are described in detail and will allow wildlife biologists around the world to adopt similar strategies suited to their own needs. One of the book's co-authors led the black robin program, and the other was one of the scientists on the team. Written in a lively, nontechnical manner, this book will be of interest to a wide range of conservationists, wildlife biologists, and general readers.
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'The story of the conservation of the rarest bird in the world has been told in many forms, but none will be as copmplete as this one by Dr David Butler and Dr Don Merton. This is the definitive account of the dedication of a group of men and women, working with almost no resources other than their courage and convictions, who brought the Chatham Island black robin back in from the cold. Highly recommended.' AGO Daily Times
'The book is well written and well illustrated, and those not interested in the minutiae can easily skip the bits of scientific detail, for, although this is a complete history of the successful experiment, the story is told largely in narrative form.' British Birds 86:635
'This extraordinary book gives a detailed account of 20 years of intimate association with New Zealand's Chatham Island black robin. Telling his story with extensive personal anecdotes makes for a readable book. More than three dozen photographs depicting teams, locale, endemic species, techniques being applied, and equipment used enhance the text. Wonderful end notes in each chapter provide additional details. Four appendices of summaries and tables and an index result in a valuable reference text. Such a text might be useful in disciplines from wild life rehabilitation to endangered species management. With the publication of this book, recognition is made of the infinite complexity of factors influencing individual and species survival.' Elizabeth P. Elliston, BioScience Vol. 44, No. 7, July/August 1994
'The book is well written and well illustrated, and those not interested in the minutiae can easily skip the bits of scientific detail, for, although this is a complete history of the successful experiment, the story is told largely in narrative form.' British Birds 86:635
'This extraordinary book gives a detailed account of 20 years of intimate association with New Zealand's Chatham Island black robin. Telling his story with extensive personal anecdotes makes for a readable book. More than three dozen photographs depicting teams, locale, endemic species, techniques being applied, and equipment used enhance the text. Wonderful end notes in each chapter provide additional details. Four appendices of summaries and tables and an index result in a valuable reference text. Such a text might be useful in disciplines from wild life rehabilitation to endangered species management. With the publication of this book, recognition is made of the infinite complexity of factors influencing individual and species survival.' Elizabeth P. Elliston, BioScience Vol. 44, No. 7, July/August 1994
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David Butler, Senior Conservation Officer, Threatened Species Unit, Department of Conservation.
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Don Merton is a hero!!,
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This is a wonderful book. It's the story of the Black Robin and how they were saved. There were only 5 left, and only one was a female. She was already older than breeding age. Don and his crew moved them to predator free Chatham Island. Old Blue (the female Black Robin) suddenly changed mates and started laying eggs. Don had the idea that if he took the young chicks to be fostered by another species, she might lay more eggs. It worked and now there are over 100 Black Robins. I know Don personally, but even if I didn't, he would be a hero to me. Don also saved the Kakapo, the world's largest parrot by weight, and one of the most endangered. He's a genius when it comes to birds, and very humble about it. There must be a special place in Heaven for people like Don Merton.
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