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The Mammals of Costa Rica: A Natural History and Field Guide (Zona Tropical Publications),Used
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Entertaining, clear, and factfilled.... Containing an incredible wealth of information, this book is an excellent reference for serious naturalists, tour guides, educators, and researchers who teach or work in the tropics. Journal of MammalogyFrom the raucous mantled howler monkeys and the charismatic whitenosed coatis to the elusive jaguar, The Mammals of Costa Rica offers authoritative accounts of the fascinating creatures of the neotropics. With more than four hundred spectacular illustrations and a wealth of detailed information drawn from firsthand observation, new research, and synthesis of the scientific literature, this book describes all of Costa Rica's readily identifiable terrestrial and freshwater mammals. The clear and entertaining text is perfectly suited to meet the needs of naturalists, students, and researchers, as well as both experienced and firsttime visitors to Costa Rica and the American tropics.The mammal descriptions include key identification features, range maps, vocalizations, local folklore and mythology, and comprehensive information about natural history and conservation. The color illustrations show not only the mammals themselves but also their tracks, foods, and skulls. Also included are illustrations of numerous other animals and plants with which the mammals have close ecological links.By presenting mammals in a broader context, The Mammals of Costa Rica provides an entry point into a general study of tropical ecology and conservation.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Mammals of Costa Rica'? A: The book primarily focuses on providing authoritative accounts of the terrestrial and freshwater mammals found in Costa Rica, featuring detailed descriptions, identification features, range maps, and conservation information.
- Q: How many illustrations are included in the book? A: The book contains more than four hundred spectacular illustrations that depict the mammals, their tracks, foods, and skulls, along with other animals and plants related to the mammals' ecology.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Mammals of Costa Rica'? A: The author of the book is Mark Wainwright, who has contributed to the wealth of information through firsthand observations and synthesis of scientific literature.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in natural history? A: Yes, the clear and entertaining text is designed to meet the needs of both experienced naturalists and beginners, making it accessible for first-time visitors to Costa Rica and students.
- Q: What kind of information does the book provide about the mammals? A: The book provides key identification features, vocalizations, local folklore, mythology, and comprehensive details about natural history and conservation for each mammal.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on July 15, 2007.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Mammals of Costa Rica' have? A: The book has a total of 488 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book a good reference for educators? A: Yes, it is an excellent reference for educators, tour guides, and researchers who teach or work in tropical environments.
- Q: Does the book include information on mammal conservation? A: Yes, the book includes comprehensive information about natural history and conservation for the mammals of Costa Rica.