Discover the inspirational journey in 'Rescue: One New Zealander's Crusade to Save Endangered Animals' by Michael Willis. This captivating paperback chronicles the tireless efforts of Willis, who, after discovering his passion for wildlife at a young age, founded the award-winning Willowbank Wildlife Reserve in Christchurch. Filled with rich illustrations and heartfelt narratives, this 304-page book delves deeply into the world of endangered species, from New Zealand's iconic kiwi to the elusive kune kune pig and even rare wild donkeys in the Galápagos. Each page unfolds a story of conservation, dedication, and adventure, as Michael travels across the globe to restore and protect these often-overlooked animals from extinction. This essential read for wildlife enthusiasts and conservation advocates alike showcases the importance of preserving endangered species and the impact one person can have on the fate of our planet's wildlife. Perfect for raising awareness about animal conservation efforts, 'Rescue' serves as both an educational resource and a moving testament to the necessity of preserving biodiversity. Get your copy today and join Michael in his noble quest to save our endangered friends. Order now for fast shipping across New Zealand, ensuring you receive this remarkable book in pristine condition and ready to inspire your own wildlife adventures.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 170 x 240 mm
Pages: 304
Bind: paperback
Author: Michael Willis Publisher: Quentin Wilson Publishing
Publication Date: 31-10-2019

Michael Willis was ten years old, already keeping rabbits, guinea pigs, frogs, possums and birds in his parents’ garden and dreaming of running a zoo of his own. Then came a life-changing present: a copy of naturalist Gerald Durrell’s The Bafut Beagles. Suddenly the idea of working with animals became more than just a fantasy. A lot of hard work and ingenuity later, the dream came true in 1974, when Michael opened Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, on the outskirts of Christchurch. An immensely popular and prize-winning tourist attraction, Willowbank is home to a rich collection of exotic and native animals, from kiwi and kea to otters, camels and monkeys. But that has been only part of the story. Over the years Michael has been increasingly driven to save and conserve rare livestock breeds, many of them far more endangered than some of their familiar native counterparts. He has travelled New Zealand, and the world, in his quest to save these often forgotten animals from extinction. Whether it is rediscovering the tasselled and beguiling kune kune pig, saving the goats of remote Arapawa Island, capturing wild pigs on the forbidding Auckland Islands, bringing back to life the lost wild cattle of Enderby Island or travelling to the Galápagos in search of threatened wild donkeys, his has been a life full of adventure, and full of the animals he loves. And the search continues. Just as he did in his delightful, best-selling first book, Some of My Best Friends are A