The Bats of British Columbia: 1 (Mammals of British Columbia S.) - Softcover

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In western culture, bats are frequently regarded as symbols of doom and darkness. Undoubtedly, some of the fear and superstition stems from an unfamiliarity with these mammals. In fact, bats are among the most fascinating of animals. They display a number of remarkable adaptations for their unique lifestyle; they are the only mammals equipped with wings, and they are able to fly and find food in total darkness. This handbook presents a comprehensive summary of facts concerning the 16 species of bats in British Columbia, eight of which occur nowhere else in Canada. With numerous drawings, the book includes descriptions, distributions, and natural histories for each species. It also contains a thorough discussion featuring lifestyle, echolocation, hibernation, roosting sites, conservation, and public health issues. External and cranial keys and illustrations aid in identification.

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