Galapagos Wildlife: An Introduction to Familiar Species (Ecotourism: Parks & Sanctuaries Guides) [Pamphlet]

James Kavanagh (Author)

Book Description

Series: Ecotourism: Parks & Sanctuaries Guides | Publication Date: March 1, 2001

An essential guide for eco-tourists visiting this archipelago, this copiously illustrated exploration highlights the species of birds, mammals, reptiles, fishes, and insects indigenous to the Galapagos Islands. Laminated for durability, it is ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.

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From the Back Cover

Galapagos Wildlife, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have reference guide for beginners and experts alike. This guide provides a simplified introduction to species that are familiar, widespread and/or unique to the Galapagos Islands. The Pocket Traveller Eco-Travel Guides provide simplified reference to the prominent wildlife species of the world's most popular eco-tourism destinations. Each pocket-sized, folding guide identifies up to 150 species of common and unique animals in each area and most feature a map highlighting natural vegetation zones. Each is laminated for durability. (31/2 X 81/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81/4, color illustrations, map)

About the Author

James Kavanagh is the author of more than 300 pocket guides on nature, science, travel, and languages. He lives in Phoenix, Arizona.

Product Details

• Pamphlet: 1 pages
• Publisher: Waterford Press; 1st edition (March 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 158355081X
• ISBN-13: 978-1583550816
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 3.8 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent field identification leaflet, January 9, 2007

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Harry R. Matthews (New Zealand) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Galapagos Wildlife: An Introduction to Familiar Species (Ecotourism: Parks & Sanctuaries Guides) (Pamphlet)

This plastic coated leaflet has excellent illustrations of creatures you are likely to see in the Galapagos Islands. We found it excellent for identifying birds and other creatures in the field and in our photographs later. There is not much information beyond the pictures and names and it is not fully comprehensive. For example, it does not deal with all the finches. For its purpose, its size, weight and durability are excellent and its simplicity makes it very quick to use

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Pocket Guide for the Galapagos, September 14, 2009

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C. Patterson (Pasadena, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Galapagos Wildlife: An Introduction to Familiar Species (Ecotourism: Parks & Sanctuaries Guides) (Pamphlet)

This laminated, folded reference for the species you are likely to encounter in a trip to the Galapagos Islands is excellent. The pictures are very realistic, plus it includes the Latin names so that you can cross-reference the animal to a detailed guidebook or reference later. There are even short notes, such as "The similar Santa Fe land iguana is found only on Santa Fe Island" (if you are lucky enough to get to Santa Fe Island!).
As our recent trip to the Galapagos included snorkeling (and yours might too), I greatly appreciated the page on Nearshore Fishes.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Reference for the Field, February 25, 2011

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Judith M. Lake (Spring Valley, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Galapagos Wildlife: An Introduction to Familiar Species (Ecotourism: Parks & Sanctuaries Guides) (Pamphlet)

This folded card showing many of the animals you'll see in the Galapagos is very handy to use. Size and organization allow quick identification of the bird, fish or reptile you are seeing.