
Wildlife of the Galápagos: Second Edition
Paperback
Series: Princeton Pocket Guides, Book 13
Travel GeneralSouth AmericaZoology
Publisher Price: $23.95
ISBN13: 9780691170428
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: Jan 5 2016
Pages: 272
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.70 Width: 4.20 Depth: 7.00
Language: English
The most comprehensive identification guide to the wildlife of the Galápagos
Since its first publication more than a decade ago, Wildlife of the Galápagos has become the definitive, classic field guide to the natural splendors of this amazing part of the world. Now fully updated, this essential and comprehensive guide has been expanded to include the more than 400 commonly seen birds, mammals, reptiles, invertebrates, and plants, and other coastal and marine life of this wondrous archipelago. Over 650 stunning color photographs, maps, and drawings are accompanied by accessible, descriptive text. This new edition includes information about all the common fish of the region and Spanish names are featured for the first time. There is also a revised section that discusses the islands' history, climate, geology, and conservation, with the most current details on visitor sites.
This is the perfect portable companion for all nature enthusiasts interested in the astounding Galápagos.
- Covers 400+ commonly seen species, including birds, mammals, reptiles, invertebrates, and plants, and other coastal and marine life
- Illustrated with over 650 color photographs, maps, and drawings
- Includes maps of visitor sites
- Written by wildlife experts with extensive knowledge of the area
- Includes information on the history, climate, geology, and conservation of the islands
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