Mammals Of Madagascar

Author : Nick Garbutt
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 030012550X

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Mammals of Madagascar by Nick Garbutt Pdf

The mammals that inhabit Madagascar are among the most extraordinary in the world. This portable guide offers a full survey and classification of all the Malagasy mammals, both endemic and introduced, including many new species only recently identified. With vivid color photographs, line illustrations, and maps, Mammals of Madagascar: A Complete Guide is an essential volume for any tourist or biologist who visits the island--or wishes to. The guide provides descriptions of the physical and behavioral characteristics of each species as well as information about habitat and distribution. To further aid identification, the book lists top mammal-watching sites in the rainforests, deciduous forests, and spiny forest areas. Streamlined and completely updated, this book replaces Nick Garbutt's classic earlier work, Mammals of Madagascar, and takes its place as the definitive guide to the mammals of the world's fourth-largest island. Published in association with Christopher Helm/A & C Black Publishers Ltd.

Author : William Lutley Sclater,Philip Lutley Sclater
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Nature
ISBN : UCAL:B4306791

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The Geography of Mammals by William Lutley Sclater,Philip Lutley Sclater Pdf

Author : Ken Behrens,Keith Barnes
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2016-10-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781400880676

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Wildlife of Madagascar by Ken Behrens,Keith Barnes Pdf

The most comprehensive single-volume field guide to Madagascar's wildlife The Indian Ocean island of Madagascar is one of the world's great natural treasures and ecotourism destinations. Despite being an island, it is home to nearly an entire continent’s variety of species, from the famous lemurs to a profusion of bizarre and beautiful birds, reptiles and amphibians. Wildlife of Madagascar is a compact and beautifully illustrated photographic guide, and an essential companion for any visitor or resident. With an eye-catching design, authoritative and accessible text and easy-to-use format, it provides information on identification, distribution, habitat, behaviour, biology and conservation for all the mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and butterflies likely to be seen. The most comprehensive single-volume field guide to Madagascar’s wildlife Attractive layout features more than 900 stunning colour photographs Covers the mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and butterflies, and some of the other invertebrates and plants, most likely to be seen Provides key information about identification, distribution, habitat, behaviour and conservation Introductory sections provide background information on Madagascar and its unique environments

Author : Theodor Haltenorth,Helmut Diller
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Nature
ISBN : UVA:X000686919

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A Field Guide to the Mammals of Africa Including Madagascar by Theodor Haltenorth,Helmut Diller Pdf

Covers almost every species of mammal found in continental Africa. A vital companion for anyone visiting Africa.

Author : Russell A. Mittermeier
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Mammals
ISBN : 8416728488

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Lynx Illustrated Checklist of the Mammals of Madagascar by Russell A. Mittermeier Pdf

Author : Steven M. Goodman,William L. Jungers,Velizar Simeonovski
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2014-09-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780226156941

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Extinct Madagascar by Steven M. Goodman,William L. Jungers,Velizar Simeonovski Pdf

The landscapes of Madagascar have long delighted zoologists, who have discovered, in and among the island’s baobab trees and thickets, a dizzying array of animals, including something approaching one hundred species of lemur. Madagascar’s mammal fauna, for example, is far more diverse, and more endemic, than early explorers and naturalists ever dreamed of. But in the past 2,500 or so years—a period associated with natural climatic shifts and ecological change, as well as partially coinciding with the arrival of the island’s first human settlers—a considerable proportion of Madagascar’s forests have disappeared; and in the wake of this loss, a number of species unique to Madagascar have vanished forever into extinction. In Extinct Madagascar, noted scientists Steven M. Goodman and William L. Jungers explore the recent past of these land animal extinctions. Beginning with an introduction to the geologic and ecological history of Madagascar that provides context for the evolution, diversification, and, in some cases, rapid decline of the Malagasy fauna, Goodman and Jungers then seek to recapture these extinct mammals in their environs. Aided in their quest by artist Velizar Simeonovski’s beautiful and haunting digital paintings—images of both individual species and ecosystem assemblages reproduced here in full color—Goodman and Jungers reconstruct the lives of these lost animals and trace their relationships to those still living. Published in conjunction with an exhibition of Simeonovski’s artwork set to open at the Field Museum, Chicago, in the fall of 2014, Goodman and Jungers’s awe-inspiring book will serve not only as a sobering reminder of the very real threat of extinction, but also as a stunning tribute to Madagascar’s biodiversity and a catalyst for further research and conservation.

Author : Nick Garbutt
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 449 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2023-01-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472985927

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Handbook of Mammals of Madagascar by Nick Garbutt Pdf

Madagascar is home to one of the most remarkable assemblages of mammals on earth. Millions of years of isolation has resulted in the evolution of a suite of species that are exceptional for two major reasons. Firstly, every native non-volant species (approximately 210 species) is endemic. No other island or place on earth boasts such a combination of species richness and endemism. And secondly, these mammals have evolved an extraordinary diversity of body forms and lifestyles often displaying significant convergence with forms elsewhere but also at times evolving utterly unique features. Handbook of the Mammals of Madagascar describes all 217 native species, including bats, tenres, mice and lemurs, and a small number of introduced, non-native species. Species accounts are subdivided into sections covering description and identification, habitat and distribution (including distribution maps), behaviour and where to see. Over the past 15 years, major advances in research have been made into the island's mammal fauna and species accounts include all the latest information. Supporting chapters cover the island's regions and habitats, threats to mammals, conservation and important mammal watching sites. There is also a section covering the bizarre extinct mammal fauna. Throughout, the book is illustrated with exceptional, high-quality photography, often featuring species rarely photographed previously.

Author : Caroline Harcourt,Jane Thornback
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Nature
ISBN : 2880329574

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Lemurs of Madagascar and the Comoros by Caroline Harcourt,Jane Thornback Pdf

Author : Ian Tattersall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Science
ISBN : 0231047045

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The Primates of Madagascar by Ian Tattersall Pdf

Author : Russell A. Mittermeier
Publisher : Conservation International Tropical Pocket Guide Series
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Indridae
ISBN : 1934151319

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Lemurs of Madagascar by Russell A. Mittermeier Pdf

Laminated identification guide illustrating 65 species of extant nocturnal prosimians in Madagascar.

Author : A. Jolly,P. Oberle,R. Albignac
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2016-01-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781483285955

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Key Environments: Madagascar by A. Jolly,P. Oberle,R. Albignac Pdf

In the forests of Madagascar, about nine-tenths of the plant and animal species are unique to the island. Their natural habitats range from true rainforest to the lunar landscape of the spiny desert, and the natural rock-gardens of the mountain tops. Madagascar is no oceanic island, but a fragment of continent a thousand miles long, wrenched loose from the side of Africa. In this Lost World, plants and animals have become a living museum of evolution. Aepornis, the largest bird which ever lived, became extinct on Madagascar in the last few hundred years. Many more Malagasy species are now following Aerpornis into extinction. This volume introduces Madagascar's unique fauna and flora to general readers - the first such handbook available in English, and the first book to combine articles by Malagasy, French, English and American scientists, writing in their own fields of expertise.

Author : Nick Garbutt,Hilary Bradt,Derek Schuurman
Publisher : Bradt Travel Guides
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1841622451

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Madagascar Wildlife by Nick Garbutt,Hilary Bradt,Derek Schuurman Pdf

Bradt's fully illustrated wildlife guides focus on regions of the world particularly celebrated for their amazing and often unique species. With spectacular photography or exclusive watercolour drawings throughout, each visitors' guide provides an introduction to the region's principal flora and fauna alongside suggested wildlife itineraries, practical information on when to go and what to take and photography tips. Written in a deliberately engaging way, they offer something different from dry field guides, and will appeal to the interested layman as much as the wildlife devotee. Ideal as a lightweight companion to any wildlife trip they also make a handsome souvenir. Beautifully illustrated with full-colour photographs throughout, Madagascar Wildlife is a celebration of the unique fauna of a remarkable island. Featuring over 250 species - from lemurs to millipedes - this guide is ideal for natural history enthusiasts and travellers alike. Newly discovered species and recently protected habitats are all covered in this fully revised edition. Also included is practical advice on visiting the key national parks and reserves plus special features on the evolution, camouflage, night-time wildlife and conservation issues.

Author : Russell A. Mittermeier
Publisher : Ohio University Center for International Studies
Page : 767 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2010-01-01
Category : Aye-aye
ISBN : 1934151238

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Lemurs of Madagascar by Russell A. Mittermeier Pdf

A book on the topic, Lemurs of Madagascar presents information on aspect of the biogeography, ecology and conservation of lemurs, with chapters reviewing and summarizing information on the geological history of Madagascar, the origin of lemurs, the extinct lemurs, the history of the discovery and study of living lemurs.

Author : Theodor Haltenorth,Helmut Diller
Publisher : Stephen Greene Press
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Science
ISBN : 0828906998

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The Collins Field Guide to the Mammals of Africa Including Madagascar by Theodor Haltenorth,Helmut Diller Pdf

Author : Nick Garbutt,Daniel Austin
Publisher : Bradt Travel Guides
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2023-08-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781804692288

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Madagascar Wildlife by Nick Garbutt,Daniel Austin Pdf

"This new, fifth edition of Bradt's Madagascar Wildlife, first published over 25 years ago, celebrates the unique fauna of this remarkable Indian Ocean island. Written by naturalist tour leaders and Madagascar experts, and aimed at visitors and natural-history enthusiasts alike, this guide has been thoroughly updated to reflect both the latest discoveries - on an island where new species for science are continuously discovered - and the latest developments at the country's top wildlife-tourism locations. Wildlife is the key draw for English-speaking visitors to Madagascar. Enjoying nature couldn't be more different to continental Africa. Rather than going out on safari to see the Big Five from the safety of a jeep, in Madagascar you approach wildlife on rainforest strolls, without fear of encountering dangerous snakes or angry elephants. From its endearing lemurs and comical chameleons to the endemic birds and bizarre insects, this is the only guide to showcase the whole range of Madagascar's captivating wildlife. It features lively descriptions of animals and their behaviour - perfect for the interested layman - complemented by 280 sumptuous colour photographs. A 'Habitats and Hotspots' chapter details the island's various ecosystems and presents concise information on where best to see fascinating species, helping readers choose which parks and reserves to visit - from Masoala and Ranomafana to Ifaty and Berenty. An incredible 90% of Madagascar's plants and animals are unique to the world's oldest island. Accordingly, this guide also tells the story of how Madagascar came to be so different from the rest of the world, and why evolution took a different tangent to create such an extraordinary and unparalleled array of creatures. Read about Madagascar's remarkable chameleon diversity: half the world's species occur here, including the smallest and largest. And prepare to be astonished by an orchid with a ridiculously long nectary tube that prompted Charles Darwin to correctly predict that there would be a moth that had evolved an equally absurd 30cm-long tongue to reach it. As a practical guide to help you plan your dream wildlife trip to this special destination, Bradt's Madagascar Wildlife is readable, user-friendly and inspiring; as a souvenir, it's unbeatable."