The first and only field guide to offer comprehensive coverage of the African continent, this guide sends the reader on a virtual safari. All the birds, mammals, reptiles, and insects are brought to life, and the parks and reserves for which the continent is famous are described in thorough detail. This guide is packed with 577 stunning color photographs of African habitats and animals, and provides a wealth of information on more than 850 species compiled by veteran safari leaders and experts in African wildlife.
With more than ten million copies sold, the National Audubon Society Field Guide series leaves North American shores for the first time to explore the world's most splendid natural environment. This guide fully covers Africa's habitats, describing the climates, landscapes, and wildlife of 58 countries. 577 color photos. 25 country maps. 480 species range maps.
| Introduction | 15 | |
| How to Use This Guide | 25 | |
| Pt. I | The African Continent | |
| Biogeography of Africa | 29 | |
| Countries and Reserves: Where to See Wildlife | 41 | |
| Pt. II | Color Plates | |
| African Habitats and Geography | 155 | |
| Key to the Color Plates of Animal Species | ||
| Mammals | ||
| Birds | ||
| Reptiles | ||
| Insects | ||
| Pt | III Species Accounts | |
| Mammals | 443 | |
| Birds | 635 | |
| Reptiles | 891 | |
| Insects | 913 | |
| Pt. IV | Appendices | |
| Conservation Status of African Wildlife | 921 | |
| Glossary | 925 | |
| Picture Credits | 936 | |
| Geographical Index | 945 | |
| Species Index | 957 |
Anonymous
Posted Sun Aug 14 00:00:00 EDT 2005
This is a really good book, but there is to many birds and not enough reptiles, and insects. I like birds, and I'm sure there are a lot of birds in Africa, but thats not all there is.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.LuisGS
Posted Sun Feb 14 00:00:00 EST 2010
Highly recommended if you are planning to travel to Africa.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Anonymous
Posted Tue Apr 14 00:00:00 EDT 2009
Our tour guide on our safari kept this book with our group at all times. When we returned home, we decided it's a 'must have' to remember all of the animals that we took photos of while on the trip. Great reference book with accurate color pictures. Take with you if you are traveling to Africa to see the animals!
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Anonymous
Posted Tue Aug 02 00:00:00 EDT 2005
If you plan on going to Africa on Safari, this book is a god send. You will have a guide telling you what animal is what but, It's nice to have the book along side you to get a close up look at the beauty of the species. There are color pictures of each animal and a guide to where there range is, foods they eat and interesting facts about each animal.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Anonymous
Posted Thu Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2000
Everyone on our group trip to Kenya had this guide as their constant companion each day as we went out on safari. We made notes beside each animal and bird as we spotted them of when and where. This is a wonderful piece of memorabilia from our trip now.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Anonymous
Posted Wed Dec 16 00:00:00 EST 2009
No text was provided for this review.
Anonymous
Posted Wed Jul 21 00:00:00 EDT 2010
No text was provided for this review.
Overview
The first and only field guide to offer comprehensive coverage of the African continent, this guide sends the reader on a virtual safari. All the birds, mammals, reptiles, and insects are brought to life, and the parks and reserves for which the continent is famous are described in thorough detail. This guide is packed with 577 stunning color photographs of African habitats and animals, and provides a wealth of information on more than 850 species compiled by veteran safari ...