Among African Apes: Stories and Photos from the Field
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Explore the captivating world of African wild apes through compelling stories and photographs that transport you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, Ivindo National Park in Gabon, and the Taï National Park in Côte d'Ivoire. Delve into the intimate lives of chimpanzees, bonobos, and gorillas, as well as the dedicated humans who study them. This book presents tales of adventure, research, and conservation, offering insights into the exciting discoveries made over the past few decades.
Experience vivid descriptions of the interactions among these highly intelligent creatures as they hunt, socialize, and play. The narratives also shed light on the challenges faced by apes, including poaching, disease, and deforestation. Through moving and personal stories, the book emphasizes the exceptional nature of the great apes and discusses positive conservation efforts, such as ecotourism, aimed at safeguarding these magnificent animals from the threat of extinction.
Editor: Robbins, Martha M.
Editor: Boesch, Christophe
Publisher: University of California Press
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Among African Apes: Stories and Photos from the Field
Pages: 00200 (Encrypted) / 00200 (Encrypted)
On Sale: 2011-07-01
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780520267107
Category: Science : Life Sciences - Zoology - General
