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Mammals of the South-west Pacific

By Tim Flannery and Tyrone Lavery
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Mammals of the South-west Pacific by Tim Flannery and Tyrone Lavery provides a comprehensive exploration of the diverse mammalian species found in the South-west Pacific region. It offers insights into the evolution, environment, and unique adaptations of these mammals, alongside richly detailed descriptions and scientific observations. The book is a blend of ecological and historical narratives, making it an essential resource for nature enthusiasts and researchers alike.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by biodiversity and evolution, particularly in the unique and diverse ecosystems of the South-west Pacific region. It's perfect for those interested in wildlife conservation, offering insightful perspectives into the challenges faced by these species.

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Mammals of the South-west Pacific

Provides a much-needed update to the mammalogy of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.

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Islands are special because they promote unique forms of life, and large proportions of the species they hold are found nowhere else on Earth. The mammals of the South-west Pacific are no exception, with many distributed only across single islands or archipelagos.

Mammals of the South-west Pacific details the natural history for more than 180 species of marsupials, bats, and rodents from 24 Pacific nations and territories. Species profiles are accompanied by distribution maps, illustrations, and photographs—many being the first images ever captured for the species. By combining available knowledge with unpublished data collected over years of field work, Mammals of the South-west Pacific forms a definitive guide to the mammals from this region.

Winner, The Royal Zoological Society of NSW 2024 Whitley Medal

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Mammals of the South-west Pacific is highly praised as an essential resource for those with a keen interest in the region's mammals. It's noted for vividly bringing to life the diverse range of mammals in this remote area of the world, making it a valuable and engaging resource.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781486312627

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 June 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: CSIRO Publishing

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 245.0mm

Weight: 1107g

Pages: 360

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature Tim Flannery Tyrone Lavery

About the Author

Tyrone Lavery is a mammologist. He was first drawn to the South-west Pacific by a desire to search for undescribed species. He has studied many of its rare and unique mammals, discovering how they are related, where they occur and the threats they are facing. Tyrone endeavours to support Pacific Island communities through this research. Tim Flannery is a palaeontologist, explorer and conservationist. From the late 1980s, Tim’s focus shifted towards the living mammals of Melanesia and the Pacific Islands. In 1995 he published comprehensive works on the biologically rich regions of New Guinea and the Pacific. Tim maintains a role in Pacific Island conservation efforts today via relationships with organisations and communities in Melanesia.

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