Booklet in a series intended to give the general reader facts and information about fur-bearing mammals from a more conservation-oriented perspective than information generally available from other sources. It is based on the relevant SSC Action Plan and is well-illustrated, with colour photographs and a centre-spread of sketches showing the animals in action as well as containing a wealth of interesting information about each species' biology, feeding habits, breeding, and behaviour.
Booklet of a series intended to give the general reader facts and information about fur-bearing mammals from a more conservation-oriented perspective than information generally available from other sources. It is based on the relevant SSC Action Plan and is well-illustrated with colour photographs and a centre-spread of sketches showing the animals in action, as well as containing a wealth of interesting information about each species' biology, feeding habits, breeding, and behaviour.
One of a series of six booklets intended to give the general reader facts and information about fur-bearing mammals from a more conservation-oriented perspective than information generally available from other sources.
Sub-Saharan Africa is one of the world's poorest regions and many people live by exploiting the natural resources of its rich wetlands. This book explores the relationships between hydrological an ecological functioning of these wetlands and documents the implications for resource availability, health and social welfare of water management, through the construction and operation of dams, embankments and diversions.
Large areas previously occupied by Warsaw Pact forces have been vacated in Central and Eastern Europe after the political changes in 1989 and 1990. Many of these areas are potentially rich in natural resources and variety of habitats.