The Natural History of Canadian Mammals

The Natural History of Canadian Mammals
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Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Total Pages : 80
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ISBN-10 : 9781442622340
ISBN-13 : 1442622342
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Book Synopsis The Natural History of Canadian Mammals by : Donna Naughton

Download or read book The Natural History of Canadian Mammals written by Donna Naughton and published by University of Toronto Press. This book was released on 2014-11-11 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This section features chapters on humans and the seven principle domestic mammal species in Canada, such as the domestic dog, cow, and goat. The Natural History of Canadian Mammals is a beautifully illustrated, up-to-date guide to all 215 known species of mammals in Canada. It features brand-new, full-colour images of each species, as well as stunning photographs from Canadian Geographic magazine’s national photography competitions depicting the animals in their natural environments. Along with being a visual treat, this book is jam-packed with information accessible to readers at all levels. Detailed descriptions are provided of each mammal’s appearance, habitat, and behavior, while colour maps show their full distribution across Canada, North America, and globally. The book also includes practical guides on tracking and identification for readers who would like to learn how to spot mammals in the wild. Among its most special features is a series of colour plates with vignettes of the Canadian representatives of each group, sized relative to one another for easy comparison and linked to the full species accounts later in the book.


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