{"product_id":"wildlife-of-seychelles-hardcover","title":"Wildlife of Seychelles - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJohn Bowler\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an indispensable guide to the wildlife of Seychelles, covering the birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates most likely to be encountered. It features 64 superb color photographic plates, and highlights the many species and subspecies unique to these islands. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe first comprehensive photographic guide to the birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, dragonflies, butterflies, and other conspicuous invertebrates likely to be encountered in Seychelles \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cli\u003e64 stunning color photographic plates accompanied by text giving key identification features, behavior, breeding, distribution, population, and conservation status \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cli\u003eSimple-to-use format and easy-to-read style, aimed at beginners and experts alike \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cli\u003eHighlights the many species and subspecies unique to Seychelles \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cli\u003eNotes on conservation status, habitat, and distribution \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn essential guide for all visitors \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains annotated checklists \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cli\u003eWritten to support local nature conservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"[T]his book is undoubtedly a valuable addition to Seychelles guides, allowing visitors to gain a greater appreciation of the uniqueness of Seychelles' fauna but, more importantly, encouraging the Seychellois to learn about and value their heritage.\"\u003cb\u003e--Chris Feare, Joint Nature Conservation Committee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An excellent practical guide to the Fauna of the Seychelles.\"\u003cb\u003e--Michel Cuisin, Alauda 76\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn Bowler\u003c\/b\u003e is a professional ecologist who has worked in conservation for more than 20 years. While managing Aride Island Nature Reserve for the Royal Society for Nature Conservation from 1998 to 2001, he discovered firsthand the need for a comprehensive guide to the wildlife of these unique islands, and it was during his time in Seychelles that he collected most of the material for this book. He has a PhD in avian ecology and is the author of numerous papers and articles on ecology and conservation. He is a widely traveled naturalist and currently works for RSPB Scotland in the Inner Hebrides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 8.3 x 5.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 21, 2006\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51765525381408,"sku":"9781903657140","price":37.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/425b97857e4523e1e0b536b6efe1a2a0.webp?v=1780272691","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/wildlife-of-seychelles-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}