Mammals of South America (Hardcover)

by Rexford D. Lord (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This is a highly interesting overview of the mammalian fauna of South America, and is highly recommended to anyone interested in natural history." -- Dan R. Kunkle, Wildlife Activist

"Anyone interested in but unfamiliar with South American mammals should find this book fascinating." -- Alfred L. Gardner, Journal of Mammalian Evolution

"A readable account of... impressive diversity... I certainly enjoyed reading the book." -- F.E. Zachos Kiel, Mammalian Biology

"Beautiful book." -- Francis Petter, Mammalia

Product Description

From marsupials to bats to carnivores to cetaceans, fully one-fourth of the world's mammals can be found on the South American continent. Rexford D. Lord provides the most vivid snapshot of South American fauna ever produced. With 252 stunning photographs -- most taken by the author during his 40 years as an ecologist and mammalogist in the region -- and engaging descriptions of each of the mammal families found on the continent, Lord reveals the diversity of these incredible animals.

Among the mammals profiled here are the unusual and exotic spectacled bear, the capybara (the world's largest rodent), and the common llama. Lord includes such fascinating facts as details about the "third eyelid" of the manatee, the strange hair of sloths, how vampire bats actually feed, and the unusual lives of river dolphins. Intertwined with the facts and photographs are stories of the connection between mammals and humans in South America, including current conservation issues.

This breathtaking overview will find a place in the library of anyone with interests in the fauna of the continent. Arranged according to the recognized mammal families, it will serve as a valuable reference for both students and professional mammalogists.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: The Johns Hopkins University Press (January 30, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801884942
• ISBN-13: 978-0801884948
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 8.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #268,003 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars disappointing, September 1, 2007

By	Leland Brun "Penguin Pictures" (Honeoye Falls, NY United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book tries to be something more than a field guide, but in fact offers less information than most field guides.