Wildlife of East Africa (Princeton Illustrated Checklists) (Paperback)

by Martin B. Withers (Author), David Hosking (Author)

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Product Description
Those looking for a concise yet informative, visually breathtaking yet affordable East African safari need look no further than this spectacular field guide. Featuring full-color photos of 475 common species of bird, mammal, snake, lizard, insect, tree, and flower, Wildlife of East Africa takes us on an exquisite one-volume tour through the living splendor of the main national parks and game reserves of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Many of the species included--from pelicans to plovers, ostriches to elephants, from the daintiest of antelopes to cattlelike giants, from leopards to lions, baboons to gorillas, chameleons to crocodiles, acacias to aloes--also inhabit neighboring countries. The selection was based on the personal experiences of the authors, wildlife experts who have been leading safaris in the region for more than twenty years.

Each species is illustrated with a photo and a detailed entry on the facing page; the text is commendably rich for such a compact guide. This information enables the particular animal or plant to be identified by such traits as size, plumage or pelage, color, and shape. An opening section on wildlife photography provides helpful tips on the best type of camera, film, and lenses to use, techniques, and codes of conduct. A map shows the region's major natural parks. Wildlife of East Africa is a must for anyone considering a first-hand look at, or simply daydreaming of, the elegant, enormous, or exotic wildlife of East Africa.

• Covers the main parks and reserves of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, plus surrounding countries
• 475 common species of bird, mammal, snake, lizard, insect, tree, and flower--from ostriches to elephants, leopards to lions, baboons to gorillas, chameleons to crocodiles, acacias to aloes
• Full-color photographs and detailed entries describing each species
• Written and illustrated by wildlife experts who have been leading safaris in East Africa for more than 20 years
• Tips on wildlife photography, techniques, and codes of conduct

About the Author
David Hosking is a wildlife photographer who, with his wife Jean, runs the Frank Lane Picture Agency, one of Britain's oldest natural history photo libraries. A coauthor of "Wildlife of the Galápagos", his work has appeared in numerous publications. He also runs Hosking Tours, a company specializing in nature photography holidays. Martin B. Withers is one of Britain's finest nature photographers. He has traveled extensively throughout the world in pursuit of natural subjects for his photography and as a tour leader with Hosking Tours.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Princeton University Press; 1 edition (July 22, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0691007373
• ISBN-13: 978-0691007373
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 4.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #23,241 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A First Rate Guide to all the Wildlife of E. Africa, March 1, 2006

By	C. Clark (Washington State) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've just returned from safari in Tanzania, where this guide proved extremely helpful. It's small and lightweight -- check out its dimensions and weight in comparison to others. Yet it seems indestructable after several weeks of heavy use, high humidity and occasional rains.

Nearly everything I wanted to identify could be found here: mammals and birds, not to mention reptiles, turtles and some trees. The index was simple for a novice to use (omitting most of the Latin names). The pictures and descriptions then helped make identifications fairly easy.

There are many guides available. Those who saw my Withers and Hosking, however, were quick to approve of its ease of use.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful and handy on Safari, February 23, 2006

By	V. Altman (MN USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Wildlife of East Africa was a most valuable asset to me while on Safari in Northern Tanzania. I was able to easily locate, identify, and review the bird and animal sightings and identify by name those that were not familiar to me. I was the envy of the rest of my group. No one else had a handbook that was quite as handy in information and size.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Books on Africa (Quality Photographs), July 25, 2006

By	John A. Smith MD "TripleDoc" (Birmingham, AL USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Excellent quality photographs. If you are going to Africa, you need to know how to identify animals other than lions and zebras. This book is a goldmine.