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ORANG-UTANS
BEHAVIOUR, ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION |
| By: |
Junaidi Payne, Cede Prudente |
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Hardback |
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£24.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
1845379284 |
| ISBN 13: |
9781845379285 |
| Publisher: |
BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING PLC |
| Pub. date: |
25 January, 2008 |
| Pages: |
160 |
| Description: |
Offering an insight into one of the most fascinating members of the great ape family, this book provides an informative description of the lives of orang-utans, from their habitat and behaviour to the differences between wild and captive creatures. It features information on orang-utan conservation and rehabilitation. |
| Synopsis: |
"Orang-utans" offers a unique insight into one of the most fascinating members of the great ape family.WWF Malaysia's Junaidi Payne provides an informative and compelling description of the lives of orang-utans, from their habitat and behaviour to the differences between wild and captive creatures. The complex intricacies of orang-utan society and culture are revealed, along with characteristics of age and sex. This book features information on orang-utan conservation and rehabilitation, including threats to orang-utan welfare and strategies for safeguarding orang-utans in the future. Superb photography by Cede Prudente uncovers orang-utan life in the rainforest, and showcases the stunning landscapes of Borneo and Sumatra. It includes a map of orang-utan distribution and information on where to see orang-utans in the wild. |
| Illustrations: |
160 photographs plus 1 area map |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
New Holland Publishers Ltd |
| Returns: |
Returnable |
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