Penguin Random House South Africa

Categories: Local Non-Fiction, Nature & Natural History, Non-Fiction, Adult
ISBN: 9781920572402
Published: December 2013
Imprint: Struik Nature
Page Extent: 104
Format: PDF
RRP 255.00

Southern African Mammals Made Simple

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About the book

Southern African mammals made simple enables users to distinguish between commonly confused mammals by applying the breakthrough methodology that made Southern African LBJs made simple so hugely popular.

The simple three-step system allows for quick and certain identification of mammals in the field. For each species featured, the book gives:

• range maps

• full-colour illustrations and photographs

• key identification pointers, and

• concise text describing height, weight, habits and habitat.

Distinctive and iconic animals are included, but the particular value of this book lies in making separation of the more challenging species possible, such as antelope, mongooses, genets, primates and many more. It will appeal to both...

About the Author

Doug Newman

Doug Newman

Doug Newman is an electrical engineer with a keen interest in birds, particularly bird calls. He is co-founder of the SimplyBirding website www.simplybirding.com, and author of the highly successful Bird Calls for Beginners, More Bird Calls for Beginners and LBJs made Simple.

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Gordon King

Gordon King

Gordon King's IT training, specifically in data methodology, has helped with the design of various birding projects. He is co-author of Southern African Mammals made simple and Sounds of the African Bush, co-founder of the Simply Birding website, and he has a passion for photography.

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