Field Guide To Indian Mammals

Author : Vivek Menon
Publisher : Hachette India
Page : 892 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2023-05-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789393701909

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Indian Mammals by Vivek Menon Pdf

A fully updated edition of the bestselling guide to the mammals of India Covering the rich diversity of mammal species in India, from tigers, elephants, rhinoceros and whales to primates, rodents and bats, Indian Mammals is field-ready, illustrated and comprehensive in approach. Rigorously researched, Indian Mammals reflects a lifetime's work by Vivek Menon, one of India's leading authorities on Indian wildlife. Planned for easy reference, this compact guide is the essential resource for wildlifers of any age, including animal watchers, eco-tourists and active conservationists. * More than 440 species of both terrestrial and aquatic mammals with introductory pages on each order * Describes key identification features, biometrics, behaviour, social strategies, habitat and distribution * Over 1,000 carefully curated photographs and supplementary illustrations * 140-plus updated distribution maps * Colour tabs for sections to facilitate ease of use * Live-action field notes from the author

Author : Vivek Menon
Publisher : Helm
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Mammals
ISBN : 1408112132

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Field Guide to Indian Mammals by Vivek Menon Pdf

India has a rich mammal fauna, including elephants, rhinos and the much sought after tiger. But there are many other species to be found there, many of them more conspicuous than the elusive tiger. This book is the first comprehensive field guide to the 400 species of mammals in India. Most are depicted with superb colour photographs or illustrations, and they are accompanied by an authoritative text by one of India's top biologists. The commentary pinpoints key characteristics of each species and gives useful distributional and habitat information. Maps are included for each species, and footprints as well, where relevant.

Author : Vivek Menon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105122910057

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A Field Guide to Indian Mammals by Vivek Menon Pdf

The first extensively photographed recognition guide of over 400 mammals of India, this book combines species information with annotated photographs and illustrations. Concise and comprehensive text covers all aspects, including the appearance, habitat, diet, conservation status and unique behaviour of each species in accessible, jargon-free language. The reader is also told where a particular species may be best seen, and maps provide clear, concise information on distribution and occurrence. Over 350 clear photographs aid accurate and quick identification. The result of many years of research, strengthened by the experience and knowledge of more than 30 field biologists and authenticated by five national experts, this beautifully designed and lavishly illustrated book is set to become the definitive guide to the mammals of India.

Author : Vivek Menon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105124160735

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Mammals of India by Vivek Menon Pdf

Originally published as: A field guide to Indian mammals / Vivek Menon. Delhi, India: Dorling Kindersley, 2003.

Author : K. K. Gurung,Raj Singh
Publisher : A & C Black
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0123093503

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Field Guide to the Mammals of the Indian Subcontinent by K. K. Gurung,Raj Singh Pdf

This book is a field guide to the mammals of this unique subcontinent and includes the best places to watch them. It describes each of the 100 plus species that can be recognized in the field, including identification, habitat, range, behavior, diet, breeding, status, and similar species. The Field Guide also contains color illustrations of each mammal as well as tracks of the more prominent species, and mammal lists and maps for each national park. Key Features: The only current guide to mammals of the region Contains color pictures and full text on the 106 larger species likely to be encountered Includes drawings of tracks of key species to aid identification Presents full details of 23 parks and reserves, with location maps, visiting details and species lists for each

Author : David Raju, Surya Ramachandran
Publisher : Notion Press
Page : 694 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-02-17
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781636695112

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Wildlife of Central India by David Raju, Surya Ramachandran Pdf

This comprehensive field guide to the wildlife of Central India covers 850 species including 75 mammals 433 birds 156 butterflies 84 dragonflies 18 amphibians 84 reptiles Highlights: Over 900 top quality species images Simple yet informative maps of the region Up-to-date taxonomic data Information based on the experience of the authors who have been field naturalists in this very landscape for many year. The visual treat of the images captured by 100 of India’s top wildlife photographers, combined with simple descriptions and user-friendly design, will surely arouse the curiosity of all wildlife enthusiasts and help them explore further the treasures of the jungle.

Author : Bikram Grewal
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 403 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2022-05-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691217703

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Wildlife of India by Bikram Grewal Pdf

A comprehensive and user-friendly photographic field guide covering more than 1,000 birds, mammals, insects, reptiles, and plants The Indian subcontinent is exceptionally rich in wildlife because of its wide variety of habitats and climates, ranging from the ocean to the Himalayas and from the Rajasthan desert to Mawsynram in Meghalaya, one of the wettest places on earth. This diversity supports a huge range of charismatic species, from the iconic Tiger to Clouded Leopards, crocodiles to King Cobras, hornbills to eagles. Covering these animals and many others, as well as trees and flowers, this color photographic field guide describes and illustrates more than 1,000 species from all over India, including the Andaman and Nicobar islands. The guide begins with an overview of India’s climate and geography, its wildlife habitats and how to enjoy them, and threats to wildlife. The main part of the book includes concise species descriptions of 770 birds, 114 mammals, 72 butterflies and other insects, 54 reptiles, and 54 plants, each accompanied by a photograph. The book concludes with a section on wildlife-watching in the national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, which offer the best chance of seeing many of the species described. Describes and illustrates more than 1,000 species from all across India—including some 770 birds, 114 mammals, 72 butterflies and other insects, 54 reptiles, and 54 plants Features more than 1,000 color photographs Includes a guide to national parks and wildlife sanctuaries and the key species to be seen there

Author : Charles Francis
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2019-06-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472934994

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Field Guide to the Mammals of South-east Asia (2nd Edition) by Charles Francis Pdf

This book is a fully revised and updated second edition of the only comprehensive guide to the mammals of South-east Asia, one of the world's richest regions in terms of mammal diversity, where species new to science are still being described regularly, though there is increasing pressure on all of its wild mammal populations. From large mammals such as the elephant, big cats, dolphins and whales through bears, monkeys and badgers to bats, civets, rats and shrews, more than 550 species are described in detail, including key identification characteristics, habitat, behaviour, distribution and status, accompanied by line drawings of footprints and details of anatomy, or other aspects of identification. Beautiful colour plates depict nearly all species and their variations, while accompanying range maps provide up-to-date information on distribution. This field guide is essential for any naturalist or traveller visiting this special corner of Asia.

Author : M. S. Pradhan,S. S. Talmale
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Mammals
ISBN : 9382258019

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Indian Mammals by M. S. Pradhan,S. S. Talmale Pdf

Author : Bikram Grewal,Rohit Chakravarty
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2022-07-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1913679209

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A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of India 2/e by Bikram Grewal,Rohit Chakravarty Pdf

A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of India is an easy-to-use identification guide to the 200 mammal species most commonly seen in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Compact and fact-filled, it is perfect for resident and visitor alike. This new 2nd edition includes updated taxonomy and many new images. High quality photographs from India's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits, and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers the early study of mammals in India, types of habitat, and details of orders and families. Also included is an up-to-date checklist of all of the mammals of India encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific name, and its global IUCN status.

Author : Joseph R. Geraci,Valerie J. Lounsbury
Publisher : National Aquarium in Baltimore
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Marine mammals
ISBN : 9780977460908

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Marine Mammals Ashore by Joseph R. Geraci,Valerie J. Lounsbury Pdf

Comprehensive manual for understanding and carrying out marine mammal rescue activities for stranded seals, manatees, dolphins, whales, or sea otters.

Author : Jonathan Kingdon
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 1445 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2019-12-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472979001

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The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals by Jonathan Kingdon Pdf

This is the definitive field guide to African Mammals, fully revised and updated following the publication of the groundbreaking Mammals of Africa (2013). Jonathan Kingdon, one of the world's foremost authorities on African mammals, has both written and illustrated this landmark field guide. The unique combination of his extensive field experience and artistic talent has produced a stunning work that sets new standards. The concise text provides full information on identification, distribution, ecology, relationships and conservation status, with introductory profiles that summarise the characteristics of each mammal group. All known species of African land mammal are covered, with coverage of several of the more complex groups of small mammals simplified by reference to genera. Classification has been fully updated and this new edition includes many newly recognised species. With over 780 colour illustrations, numerous line drawings and more than 520 maps, this book will be an essential companion to anyone visiting Africa or with an interest in the mammals of the continent.

Author : Surya Ramachandran,David Raju
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021-04-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1637147295

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Photographic Field Guide - Wildlife of South India by Surya Ramachandran,David Raju Pdf

'Photographic Field Guide - Wildlife of South India' is the first-of-its-kind comprehensive field guide covering all the mammals, birds, butterflies, dragonflies, reptiles and amphibians of the six states (Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana) of south India. The book is a must have for wilderness enthusiasts as it is a true ambassador to the biodiversity of south India in its own right. It is sure to transform wilderness walks and safaris and even the way people perceive urban wilderness, starting from one's own balconies and gardens. The book, which has 360 pages, covers 1920 species belonging to the six taxa using 1850 photographs contributed by around 280 photographers from India and beyond. The information presented in various sections of 'Photographic Field Guide - Wildlife of South India' has been vetted and added to by experts from the scientific world.

Author : Chris Stuart
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2015-03-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781775842668

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Stuarts' Field Guide to Mammals of Southern Africa by Chris Stuart Pdf

Greater southern Africa has a wealth of mammal species, almost 400 – all of which are covered in this fully updated, comprehensive field guide. Now expanded to include species found in Angola, Zambia and Malawi, it has also been extensively revised to include: • the most recent research and taxonomy • revised distribution maps and many new images • colour-coded grouping of families • spoor and size icons • skull photographs, grouped for easy comparison • detailed descriptions of each species, offering insight into key identification characters, typical behaviour, preferred habitat, food choice, reproduction and longevity.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 202?
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8416728275

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Mammals of South Asia Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka by Anonim Pdf