This Bird: Noticing Our Urban Birds

By Astred Hicks

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 colorful 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 shares 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.

Features:
Fun and engaging format showing a unique characteristic of each bird.Highlights key identification features, habitat and behavior.Provides hints on where and how to find and identify each bird.Outstanding content from award-winning illustrator Astred Hicks.Includes contributions from bird expert Dr Holly Parsons.Encourages birdwatching as a way to connect with nature and the world around us.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1486318452
• ISBN13: 9781486318452
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Grade Range: Grades 11 to 6