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The Mammals of Costa Rica: A Natural History and Field Guide (Zona Tropical Publications) Paperback – Illustrated, July 15, 2007
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From the raucous mantled howler monkeys and the charismatic white-nosed coatis to the elusive jaguar, The Mammals of Costa Rica offers authoritative accounts of the fascinating creatures of the neotropics. With more than four hundred spectacular illustrations and a wealth of detailed information drawn from firsthand observation, new research, and synthesis of the scientific literature, this book describes all of Costa Rica's readily identifiable terrestrial and freshwater mammals. The clear and entertaining text is perfectly suited to meet the needs of naturalists, students, and researchers, as well as both experienced and first-time visitors to Costa Rica and the American tropics.
The mammal descriptions include key identification features, range maps, vocalizations, local folklore and mythology, and comprehensive information about natural history and conservation. The color illustrations show not only the mammals themselves but also their tracks, foods, and skulls. Also included are illustrations of numerous other animals and plants with which the mammals have close ecological links. By presenting mammals in a broader context, The Mammals of Costa Rica provides an entry point into a general study of tropical ecology and conservation.
- Print length488 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherComstock Publishing Associates
- Publication dateJuly 15, 2007
- Reading age18 years and up
- Dimensions5.2 x 1.05 x 7.77 inches
- ISBN-100801473756
- ISBN-13978-0801473753
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Entertaining, clear, and fact-filled.... Containing an incredible wealth of information, this book is an excellent reference for serious naturalists, tour guides, educators, and researchers who teach or work in the tropics.
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The Mammals of Costa Rica is an extremely useful and comprehensive guide to the mammal species of Costa Rica, one of the most important countries for conservation in the Americas today. This book goes beyond the realm of normal field guides, providing detailed scientific information as well as the conservation status of particular species.
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About the Author
Mark Wainwright is a nature guide and instructor for tropical ecology courses in Costa Rica. Oscar Arias is the current President of Costa Rica and a Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
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- Publisher : Comstock Publishing Associates; Illustrated edition (July 15, 2007)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 488 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0801473756
- ISBN-13 : 978-0801473753
- Reading age : 18 years and up
- Item Weight : 1 pounds
- Dimensions : 5.2 x 1.05 x 7.77 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #130,627 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #22 in Mammal Zoology
- #69 in Biology of Mammals
- #229 in Outdoors & Nature Reference
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At first glance I was a Little disappointed by the drawings. I have tons of illustrated nature guides and many of them with first class drawings, both informative and artistic. Theese drawings are just informative. Some of the Pictures look like they are a first attempt. But they are usefull and show the important details.
The biggest surprise was the text. It is an engaging and very informative reading. You are guided through the history of animal immigration, evolution and adaptation to climate and geography.
There are fascinating chapters introducing the different higher groups and amazing desciptions of the identification, behaviour, reproduction, ecological adaptations and protection status of the single species.
This is one of the feew field guides where I have read every single Word. A field guide and a zoological textbook in one.
Highly recommended.












