The Giraffe: Biology, Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour - Hardcover
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The Giraffe: Biology, Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour - Hardcover
$126.65
by Bryan Shorrocks (Author)
Provides a comprehensive overview of one of nature's most engaging mammals
- Covers fossil history, taxonomy, genetics, physiology, biomechanics, behavior, ecology, and conservation
- Includes genetic analysis of five of the six subspecies of modern giraffes
- Includes giraffe network studies from Laikipia Kenya, Etosha National Park, Namibia andSamburu National Reserve, Kenya
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The giraffe is one of nature's most loved mammals. Evolving over 8 million years, there are nine recognized subspecies of this iconic African creature. While giraffes have long fascinated humans, their placid nature has ensured that the relationship with humans has often been to their own detriment. Two of the nine subspecies are currently listed as endangered and conservation work is hampered by war, civil unrest, habitat destruction and poaching.
The Giraffe: Biology, Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour reviews the fossil history, taxonomy, genetics, physiology, biomechanics, behaviour, ecology, and conservation of the giraffe. Topics include:
- The origin and evolution of modern giraffes
- Present distribution and geographical races
- Anatomy and physiology
- Individual Behaviour
- Social networks and 'loose' giraffe groups
- Population movement and regulation
- Conservation
Suitable for senior undergraduate and graduate students and researchers in zoology, wildlife management, population genetics, behavioural ecology and conservation, as well as amateur naturalists and conservationists.
Author Biography
Professor Bryan Shorrocks, Environment Department, University of York, York, UK.
Number of Pages: 240
Dimensions: 0.6 x 9.7 x 6.7 IN
Publication Date: October 31, 2016
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