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Laing, Steuart.

Chamois : a New Zealand hunter's handbook / New Zealand hunter's handbook Steuart Laing. - Auckland, N.Z. : Halcyon Press, 2009. - 176 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 22 cm

"Steuart Laing traces the origin of the New Zealand chamois, their arrival in New Zeland, dispersal and life history. He also offers advice on hunting these magnificient animals, trophy care and equipment. As well, he looks at the economic benefit to New Zealand these animals represent"--Back cover.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 173-174).

"Chamois are New Zealand's most popular mountain game. Living from Marlborough to Southland, they are widely available for hunters in the South Island. Adaptable mobile and challenging they represent the epitome of mountain game. Steuart Laing traces the origin of the New Zealand Chamois, their arrival in New Zealand, dispersal and life history. He also offers advice on hunting these magnificent animals, trophy care and equipment. As well, he looks at the economic benefit to New Zealand these animals represent."--Publisher.

ISBN: 9781877256936

LCCN: 2010362691

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Chamois hunting--New Zealand--South Island.
Chamois--New Zealand--South Island.
Hunters--New Zealand--Anecdotes.

LC Class. No.: SK299 / .L3 2009

Dewey Class. No.: 799.2764