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A Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Tanzania

By Daniela De Luca and Charles Foley and Lara Foley and Alex Lobora and Maurus Msuha and Tim R.B. Davenport and Sarah M. Durant
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A Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Tanzania is a comprehensive guide that explores the diverse wildlife of Tanzania, focusing on its larger mammals. The book provides detailed descriptions, illustrations, and essential information about habitats, behaviours, and conservation status, making it an invaluable resource for travellers, researchers, and wildlife enthusiasts interested in the majestic creatures inhabiting this region.
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You might enjoy this informative guide if you're passionate about wildlife and the natural beauty of Tanzania. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and travellers alike, it offers detailed insights into the region's larger mammal species, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of these magnificent creatures.

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A Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Tanzania

Covers all the larger mammals of Tanzania, including marine mammals and some newly discovered species. This title features plates with side-by-side photographic comparisons of species that are easily confused, as well as species checklists for every national park.

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Home to the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania offers some of the finest big game watching in the world, from elephants and rhinos to chimpanzees and lions. A Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Tanzania covers all the larger mammals of Tanzania, including marine mammals and some newly discovered species.

Detailed accounts are provided for more than 135 species, along with colour photos, colour illustrations of marine mammals, and distribution maps. Accounts for land species give information on identification, subspecies, similar species, ecology, behaviour, distribution, conservation status, and where best to see each species.

The guide also features plates with side-by-side photographic comparisons of species that are easily confused, as well as first-time-ever species checklists for every national park.

The definitive, most up-to-date field guide to the larger mammals of Tanzania, including marine mammals

Features detailed species accounts and numerous colour photos throughout.

Provides tips on where to see each species.

Includes species checklists for every national park.

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A Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Tanzania is highly praised for its comprehensive and accurate information, making it a valuable resource for both seasoned safari-goers and first-time visitors to Tanzania. The guide's portability and in-depth sections on wildlife observation and national parks make it indispensable for those planning a safari. Reviewers commend its ability to enhance one's understanding and appreciation of the region's wildlife, positioning it as an essential field guide for travellers and nature enthusiasts alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780691161174

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 June 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Illustration: 140 Maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 320

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Alex Lobora Charles Foley Daniela De Luca Lara Foley Maurus Msuha Non-Fiction Sarah M. Durant Science & Nature Series: WILDGuides Tim R.B. Davenport

About the Author

Charles Foley is assistant country director for the Wildlife Conservation Society in Tanzania. Lara Foley is program manager of the Wildlife Conservation Society's Tarangire Elephant Project. Alex Lobora is senior research officer at the Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute. Daniela De Luca is senior scientist for the Wildlife Conservation Society's conservation programs in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania and Zanzibar. Maurus Msuha is head of wildlife information and education at the Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute. Tim R. B. Davenport is country director for the Wildlife Conservation Society in Tanzania. Sarah Durant is senior research fellow at the Zoological Society of London's Institute of Zoology.

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