A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of Australia (2nd ed)

A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of Australia is a comprehensive identification guide to the 300 mammal species found in the country, featuring high-quality photographs and detailed descriptions. It includes information on geography, climate, habitat, orders, and families, as well as an all-important checklist of global IUCN status.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 27 January 2022
Publisher: John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd

This fully updated second edition of A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of Australia is an introductory identification guide to the 300 mammal species most commonly seen in Australia, perfect for residents and visitors alike. High-quality photographs from Australia's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits, and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers the geography and climate of Australia, types of habitat, and details of orders and families. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the mammals of Australia, encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific name, and its global IUCN status as at 2015.

Australia is a vast and diverse country with a rich mammal fauna. This guide aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the 300 mammal species that are most commonly seen in Australia. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, this guide will help you identify the mammals you encounter while exploring this beautiful country.

The guide is organized into four sections:

Introduction: This section provides an overview of the geography, climate, and habitat of Australia. It also covers the different orders and families of mammals found in Australia and explains how to use the guide.

Species Profiles: This section features detailed descriptions of each mammal species, including their common and scientific names, size, distribution, habits, and habitat. High-quality photographs accompany each description to help you identify the species.

Checklist: This section provides an all-important checklist of all of the mammals of Australia, encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific name, and its global IUCN status as at 2015. This checklist is a valuable tool for recording your mammal sightings and tracking their conservation status.

Conclusion: This section summarizes the key points of the guide and encourages readers to continue exploring and learning about the mammals of Australia.

We hope that this guide will be a valuable resource for anyone interested in the mammals of Australia. We encourage you to use it responsibly and to contribute to the conservation of these amazing animals.

Weight: 276g
Dimension: 128 x 179 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913679071
Edition number: 2 ed