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Informationen zum Autor Fiona Reid has studied mammals for over 20 years. A knowledgeable all-round naturalist, she leads nature tours for Bat Conservation International and for Fiona Reid's Wildlife Encounters Klappentext This is the only field guide to provide comprehensive coverage of the mammals of Central America and southeast Mexico. The fully revised second edition includes 21 new species, as well as updated illustrations and distribution maps. Each species account provides measurements, descriptions, and comparisons with similar species, and is accompanied by a range map showing where the species can be found in the region. The 49 full-color animal plates contain similar species portrayed to scale on the same plate, with tracks and feet shown on the facing-page. 4 new full-color maps provide visual views of parks and protected areas, biomes, elevations and habitat loss, as well as a political map of the region. The book also features a detailed introduction with sections on how and where to find mammals and a listing of the most endangered species in the region. Zusammenfassung This is the only field guide to provide comprehensive coverage of the mammals of Central America and Southeast Mexico. This edition features 21 new species accounts, including nine for bats. Four new full-color maps show parks and protected areas, biomes, elevations, and habitat loss. From Funnel-eared Bats and Spider Monkeys to Climbing Rats and Pocket Mice, Anteaters and Sloths to Sperm Whales and Ocean Dolphins, the guide fully describes every known regional species. Over 150 range maps have been updated along with present conservation status and habitat information. The new book features descriptions and measurements, where and when each species might be found, what type of nests or dens it uses, feeding habits, and reproductive cycles. Highlights include the 49 (previously 48) vibrant full-color animal illustrations, most painted directly from live subjects. Tracks and feet appear on facing-pages. A glossary and updated bibliography round out the usefulness of this indispensable guide. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction How to Find Mammals Studying Mammals The Need for Further Research ? Where to Find Mammals ?? Conservation of Mammals in Central America ?? American Opossums (Order Didelphimorphia, Family Didelphidae)? ? Anteaters andSloths(Order Pilosa) ? Anteaters (Families Myrmecophagidae and Cyclopedidae)? ? Sloths (Families Megalonychidae and Bradypodidae)? Armadillos (Order Cingulata, Family Dasypodidae) ?? Shrews (Order Soricomorpha, Family Soricidae)? Bats (Order Chiroptera)? ? Sac-winged Bats (Family Emballonuridae)? Fishing or Bulldog Bats (Family Noctilionidae) ? Leaf-chinned Bats (Family Mormoopidae)? Leaf-nosed Bats (Family Phyllostomidae)? Funnel-eared Bats (Family Natalidae)? Thumbless Bats (Family Furipteridae)? Disk-winged Bats (Family Thyropteridae)? Plain-nosed Bats (Family Vespertilionidae)? Free-tailed Bats (Family Molossidae)? ? Monkeys (Order Primates)? ? Tamarins, Capuchins and Squirrel Monkeys (Family Cebidae) ? Night Monkeys (Family Aotidae) Spider and Howler Monkeys (Family Atelidae) ?? Rodents (Order Rodentia)? ? Squirrels (Family Sciuridae)? Pocket Gophers (Family Geomyidae)? ? Kangaroo Rats and Pocket Mice (Family Heteromyidae)? ? Rats and Mice (Family Cricetidae) ?? New World Porcupines (Family Erethizontidae)? Capybaras (Family Caviidae)? ? Agoutis and Acouchis (Family Dasyproctidae) ? Pacas (Family Cuniculidae)? ? Spiny Rats and Tree Rats (Family Echimyidae)? ? Rabbits and Hares (Order Lagomorpha, Family Leporidae...
