The encyclopedia of animals : a complete visual guide

Cooke, F. (Fred) (Added Author). Bruce, Jenni. (Added Author).

Summary: A comprehensive exploration of the rich and intriguing world of animals, with special attention given to endangered and vulnerable species, written by an international team of specialists, and supplemented with distribution maps. Includes an introductory overview of animal evolution, biology, behavior, classification, habitats, and current conservation issues. Feature pages explore topics of particular interest and provide insights into animal behavior.--From publisher description.

Record details

ISBN: 0520244060
ISBN: 9780520244061
Physical Description: print
608 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 27 cm
Publisher: Berkeley : University of California Press, ©2004.

Content descriptions

General Note:	"A Weldon Owen production"--Title page verso. Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Animals. The animal kingdom -- Classifying animals -- Evolution -- Biology and behavior -- Habitats and adaptations -- Animals in danger.