Antarctic Wildlife: A Visitor's Guide Contributor(s): Lowen, James (Author) |
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ISBN: 0691150338 ISBN-13: 9780691150338 Publisher: Princeton University Press OUR PRICE: $20.66 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Travel | Polar Regions - Travel | Special Interest - Ecotourism - Nature | Animals - Wildlife |
Dewey: 591.998 |
LCCN: 2010935159 |
Series: Princeton University Press (Wildguides) |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.09" W x 8.46" (1.16 lbs) 240 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Arctic/Antarctic |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Antarctic Wildlife is the definitive identification guide to the birds and marine mammals of the Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, and Beagle Channel. This easy-to-use photographic field guide enables visitors to this unique region of the world--newcomer and seasoned traveler alike--to identify with confidence the penguins, whales, seals, seabirds, and other stunning wildlife they encounter on their journey. Full-color photographs show typical views of each species of bird or marine mammal, together with the terrestrial plants likely to be seen. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, give tips on where to look, and highlight interesting facts. This one-of-a-kind guide also includes introductory chapters that cover the wildlife of each Antarctic environment by season, as well as information on tourism and Antarctic cruising that will help visitors get the most from their trip. Antarctic Wildlife is a must-have photographic guide for travelers taking the standard cruise from Ushuaia, Argentina, to the great white continent, and for anyone interested in the diverse wildlife found in this remote part of the world.
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