Animals of Africa and Europe: A Visual Encyclopedia of Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals in the African and European Continents, with over 350 Illustrations and Photographs

by Tom Jackson, Michael Chinery

Overview

This illustrated guide presents 200 species of amphibians, reptiles and mammals with detailed information about distribution, habitat, food, size, maturity, breeding, life span and status. The book also includes a natural history section that answers questions about animals’ evolution, anatomy, survival and reproduction, along with information about endangered species and wildlife conservation. It includes an amazing range of animals, from the largest, such as the big cats, giraffes and reindeer, through to the smallest, such as the fire salamander, stoat and rock elephant shrew. This is a superb family reference for anyone interested in the wildlife of Africa and Europe, and it is also suitable for schools and for home study and school projects. It contains over 350 illustrations and photographs, including maps showing the distribution of the animals.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781844761296
Publisher:	Southwater
Publication date:	03/08/2005
Pages:	96
Sales rank:	855,259
Product dimensions:	9.11(w) x 11.73(h) x 0.34(d)

About the Author

Tom Jackson is an experienced author of natural history and science books. Since graduating in zoology from Bristol University, he has worked at Jersey Zoo and has been involved in the conservation of endangered wildlife in Zimbabwe. Tom's published works include: Tropical Forest (Raintree); The World Encyclopedia of Animals (Lorenz Books); and Monkeys (Armdadillo). Michael Chinery, consultant, studied botany, zoology, geology and anthropology at Cambridge University, England. He has contributed numerous articles to natural history magazines, and written and edited definitive field guides.