Description
America north of Mexico is home to more than four hundred species of mammals. In this comprehensive volume more than 450 color and black-and-white photographs and detailed, accessibly written descriptions survey the rich and varied world of North American mammals – from familiar species such as bear, deer, seals, squirrels, and rabbits to those that are more secretive or obscure, including shrews, bats, and voles.
Awards
- Winner, Reference Award, American Association of University Presses 1999
Reviews
... full of fascinating information about size, range and habits.
- Globe & Mail
An exceptional review of the mammalian fauna of North America exclusive of Mexico including those marine species inhabiting the Continent’s coastal regions and offshore waters.
- Zoo Book Sales, January 2000