ISBN: 9798172672873 - the complete lemurs bible: the ultimate guide to lemur species, biology, behavior, habitat, social life, conservation, and survival (1 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Complete Lemurs Bible takes readers on a fascinating journey through lemur diversity, biology, behavior, social life, habitats, ecological roles, and conservation. From the tiny mouse lemurs to the unmistakable ring-tailed lemur, indri, sifakas, and aye-aye, these animals display an extraordinary range of body forms, lifestyles, diets, communication systems, and survival strategies.Lemurs are found almost entirely in Madagascar, where they play important ecological roles including seed dispersal and pollination. They are also among the world's most threatened mammal groups, making their conservation an urgent global concern.Inside, you'll discover: Lemur evolution, classification, and natural historyThe extraordinary diversity of living lemur speciesMadagascar's unique environments and why they shaped lemur evolutionAnatomy, senses, adaptations, and physical characteristicsRainforest, dry forest, spiny forest, and other lemur habitatsDiurnal and nocturnal lifestylesDiet, foraging, and feeding strategiesSocial groups, family relationships, and dominanceCommunication through calls, scent, facial expressions, and body languageTerritorial behavior and social interactionsMating, pregnancy, birth, and infant developmentMaternal care and juvenile learningIntelligence, memory, problem-solving, and environmental adaptationFamous species including ring-tailed lemurs, sifakas, indri, mouse lemurs, and aye-ayeThe ecological role of lemurs as seed dispersers and pollinatorsRelationships between lemurs, plants, forests, and other wildlifeHabitat destruction, fragmentation, hunting, and illegal wildlife tradeConservation programs and protected habitatsCommunity-based conservation and sustainable livelihoodsResponsible wildlife observation and ecotourismFascinating facts and common misconceptions about lemurs. …