<p>More than 1 000 mammal species occur in Africa south of the Sahara Desert. These creatures vary in size from the massive elephant to the tiniest bats, shrews and mice. A Photographic Guide to Mammals of Southern, Central and East Africa was compiled with a view to easing identification of many of the larger and more conspicuous mammals in the region, as well <br>as some of the smaller and more unusual ones. This compact, <br>easy-to-use guide features:<br> 152 of the region's mammal species<br> key identification features showing how to <br>differentiate between similar species<br> distribution maps and a list of major parks and reserves indicating where species are likely to be seen<br> quick reference key on inside cover<br> thumbnail silhouettes of each family group for <br>quick identification <br>This new revised edition is an ideal pocket-sized travelling companion for nature lovers and visitors to nature reserves <br>and wildlife areas.</p>