| Description |
1 online resource |
| Series |
WILDGuides |
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WildGuides.
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| Contents |
Cover; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; The region ; The aim of this book ; How to use this book ; Glossary of terms ; Kruger's importance for biodiversity ; The seasons and timing your visit ; Considerations for your visit ; The habitats ; Characteristic plants |
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Map showing the distribution of habitats in Kruger National Park Map of Kruger National Park and adjacent private concession areas forming the Greater Kruger National Park conservation area ; How, where and when to watch animals in Kruger National Park |
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The ten best wildlife-watching routes MAMMALS ; Mammal tracks ; Lion Panthera leo ; Leopard Panthera pardus ; Cheetah Acinonyx jubatus ; Serval Leptailurus serval ; Caracal Caracal caracal ; Wild Cat Felis sylvestris ; African Civet Civettictis civetta |
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Common Genet Genetta genetta Large-spotted Genet Genetta maculata ; Spotted Hyena Crocuta crocuta ; Aardwolf Proteles cristata ; Banded Mongoose Mungos mungo ; Common Dwarf Mongoose Helogale parvula ; Common Slender Mongoose Herpestes sanguineus |
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White-tailed Mongoose Ichneumia albicauda Zorilla Ictonyx striatus ; Honey Badger Mellivora capensis ; Black-backed Jackal Canis mesomelas ; Side-striped Jackal Canis adustus ; African Wild Dog Lycaon pictus ; Temminck's Ground Pangolin Smutsia temminckii ; Aardvark Orycteropus afer |
| Summary |
South Africa's Kruger National Park is one of the largest and most diverse conservation areas in Africa, and a hugely popular visitor attraction. Animals of Kruger National Park is a compact and beautifully illustrated guide, and the essential companion for any safari to the region. With an eye-catching design, authoritative and accessible text and easy-to-use format, this detailed photographic guide provides information on identification, habitat, behaviour, biology and conservation for all the mammals, reptiles and frogs likely to be seen. Introductory sections provide background information on the park and its habitats, when to visit and where to go, and other practical considerations that will help to enhance your understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of the animals of this incredible region. The essential all-in-one Kruger safari companion, ideal for all visitors Unique and attractive layout, featuring 216 stunning colour photographs, 116 track (spoor) illustrations and two maps Covers 57 mammals, 17 reptiles and eight frogs Features the 'Big 5'--elephants, leopards, lions, rhinoceroses and buffalos--as well as other iconic and charismatic animals Provides key information on identification, behaviour, biology and conservation |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 170) and indexes |
| Notes |
In English |
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Print version record |
| Subject |
Biodiversity -- South Africa
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NATURE -- Animals -- General.
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Biodiversity
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| SUBJECT |
Kruger National Park (South Africa) http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85073317
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| Subject |
South Africa
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South Africa -- Kruger National Park
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Krüger-Nationalpark
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781400880690 |
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1400880696 |
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