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Tasmanian Tiger

The tragic story of the thylacine
By David Owen and David Pemberton
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In Tasmanian Tiger by David Owen and David Pemberton, the authors delve into the fascinating story of the Tasmanian tiger, also known as the thylacine, an enigmatic creature that once roamed in Australia. Through a blend of historical accounts and scientific exploration, the book examines the thylacine's extinction and investigates the possibility of its survival. It's a captivating journey into the biology and myth surrounding this elusive animal.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the intriguing world of extinct animals, particularly the elusive and enigmatic thylacine. Delving into the natural history and the ongoing search for evidence of this iconic creature's existence in Tasmania, it combines scientific insight with a compelling narrative. Ideal for enthusiasts of wildlife mysteries and those captivated by the rich biodiversity of Australia's unique landscapes.

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Tasmanian Tiger

The tragic story of how ignorance, fear and lack of care led to the disappearance of the famous Tasmanian tiger. This updated edition includes the latest research on whether it could ever be cloned and returned to the wild.

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Is it still out there? People claim to keep seeing it still.

Once the world's largest marsupial predator, the Tasmanian tiger roamed the Australian mainland. Then confined to Tasmania for thousands of years, it was deliberately hunted down by settlers through fear, ignorance, and greed. But was it a savage sheep killer or a shy and fussy nocturnal feeder? Did the last tiger die in a Hobart zoo in 1936, or did a few survive in the wild? And did it really drink its victims' blood?

A number of Australian species have miraculously reappeared after being labelled as extinct. Perhaps the tiger is still with us. And if it's not, can it really be brought back by cloning and returned to the wild?

'Sweeps us along with wonderful writing as we meet a truly incredible animal that became the centrepiece in an ecological tragedy. Anyone interested in nature and the conservation of the diversity of life should read this story.' - Professor John Seidensticker, Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute

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Tasmanian Tiger by David Owen and David Pemberton explores the fascinating history and mystique of the thylacine, using a range of historical documents and personal interviews. The book dispels myths while presenting a captivating tale of extinction driven by human misunderstanding. It has been praised for its enchanting storytelling and detailed research, making it an important read for those interested in nature conservation and ecological history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761470394

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 November 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 304

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David Owen David Pemberton Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

David Owen is the author of 19 fiction and nonfiction titles, including Tasmanian Devil and Shark: In peril in the sea. He is the Official Secretary of the Governor of Tasmania.


David Pemberton is a wildlife biologist and former manager of the Tasmanian Government's Save the Tasmanian Devil Program. He is co-editor of Saving the Tasmanian Devil, and co-author with David Owen of Tasmanian Devil.



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