100 Animals to See Before They Die (Bradt Guides)

100 Animals to See Before They Die (Bradt Guides)
by Nick Garbutt

100 Animals to See Before They Die (Bradt Guides)
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Author: Nick Garbutt
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-12-01
ISBN: 1841622362
Number of pages: 144
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides

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Book Review: A vitally important book
Summary: 5 Stars

It's difficult to imagine a more timely and important book. With the recent extinction of the Baiji (Chinese river dolphin) has come the certain knowledge that our best efforts to save even flagship species may be too late. And we can't save what we're not aware of!

This book is an excellent introduction to a selection of EDGE (Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered) species of mammal, both for the novice and those with a broad knowledge of the animal world. In this book, you'll find photographs of animals you're unlikely to see elsewhere, from the Cuban solendon to the Sumatran rhinoceros. To see animals as universally recognised as the Tiger (listed in the thousands, across all subspecies) conveys the enormity of the tragedy.

That said, this is also a book about ecotourism, with useful tips and information on how and where to possibly see these amazing beasts. It's also pleasing to see that Madagascar rightly gets a chapter to itself, given the singular evolution and biodiversity of this "mini continent." Buy a copy for yourself, and for a friend, and join a wildlife preservation organisation or two as well!

Summary of 100 Animals to See Before They Die (Bradt Guides)

Marking a new departure for Bradt, this full color, large format title builds on the brand?s reputation for ethical travel and conservation, presenting a compendium of 100 of the world?s most endangered mammals in association with ZSL ? Zoological Society of London ? and its much-acclaimed Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered program.

 

Each animal is accompanied by full color pictures, a distribution map, and easily understood text about its characteristics, the issues it faces, conservation work taking place, visiting responsibly, and organizations to contact to assist with conservation work.

 

This is a must-have title for anyone with any interest in the welfare of our planet and the protection of some of its most endangered species.

 

 

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