In recent decades, growing numbers of researchers have been drawn to the rich

In recent decades, growing numbers of researchers have been drawn to the rich and highly threatened biotic diversity of the Neotropics, where mammals are among the most difficult animals to observe and study in detail. Mammals of the Neotropics fills the need for a comprehensive, up-to-date survey of existing knowledge of the area's wild mammals, both terrestrial and marine. This first of three volumes covers the northern Neotropics, including southern Central America. John Eisenberg, a leading researcher of Neotropical fauna, begins the volume with a discussion of historical biogeography and contemporary habitats of the northern Neotropics. Each of the chapters that follow presents a mammalian order, with data for all indigenous species. Eisenberg has provided physical descriptions and summaries of range and habitat for nearly 450 species. For those species that have been studied in the field or in captivity, additional notes on natural history are included. For the larger taxa, field keys to help to identify the specimens. Range maps, line drawings, and color plates supplement the text, further aiding identification. Throughout the book, Eisenberg provides a larger context for the species descriptions. He comments on the diversity of forms within each order, places the Neotropical species in a worldwide geographical perspective, and reviews taxonomic questions and controversies. At the end of each chapter, an extensive bibliography directs readers to related articles on systematics, behavior, ecology, and evolution. Eisenberg concludes with chapters on speciation events and mammalian community ecology. No comparable account of South and Central American mammals has ever been published in any language. This volume of Mammals of the Neotropics and the forthcoming companion volumes will be an invaluable reference for students and professionals and will help further the research that is so vital to conservation efforts. Color and b&w plates by Fiona Reid. Maps.

Book. Octavo, Three volumes. In Good condition. Spines are white with black

Book. Octavo, Three volumes. In Good condition. Spines are white with black print. Covers has slight edge wear, light shelf wear, light creasing on first volume. Text blocks have embossed owner stamp on front flyleaf. Illustrated with b&w drawings and color plates. CONTENTS: Vol. 1. The Northern Neotropics: Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana (1989; ISBN 0226195406; x, 449 pages)-Vol. 2. The Southern Cone: Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay (1992; ISBN 0226706826; 430 pages)-Vol. 3. The Central Neotropics: Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil (hardcover in dust jacket; 1999; ISBN 0226195414; x, 609 pages). [Oversized book(s). Additional postage necessary for expedited/international orders. Economy International shipping unavailable due to size/weight restrictions. For international/expedited customers, please inquire for rates]. NOTE: Shelved in Room X, Case #3. 1370310. FP New Rockville Stock.