The Safari Companion

The Safari Companion
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Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
Total Pages : 482
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ISBN-10 : 9781603581851
ISBN-13 : 1603581855
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Book Synopsis The Safari Companion by : Richard D. Estes

Download or read book The Safari Companion written by Richard D. Estes and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 1999-12-01 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best field guide to observing and understanding the behavior of African mammals and an indispensable tool for naturalists traveling to Africa! The Second Edition has been fully revised and includes a new preface. The Safari Companion enables readers to recognize and interpret visible behavioral activities, such as courtship rituals, territorial marking, aggression, and care of young. Each account of over 80 species includes a behavioral table in which the unique actions of the hoofed mammals, carnivores, and primates are described for easy reference. Other features include: Expert Illustrations Useful maps showing major national boundaries, vegetation zones, and game parks An extensive glossary Tips on wildlife photography A list of organizations working to protect African wildlife "The best behavioral field guide ever."—Sy Montgomery, author of Tamed and Untamed "The book is more than a field guide; it is a valuable tool for conservation."—Kathryn S. Fuller, President, World Wildlife Fund (U.S.A.)


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