Photographic Guide To Mammals Of Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka is a wildlife-watcher’s paradise, & reserves such as Yala & Sinharaja are now becoming worldfamous as ecotourism destinations. This guide

Includes:: detailed coverage of 43 species of mammal from the isl&, including such iconic creatures as the Leopard, Sloth Bear & Asian Elephant, as well as smaller mammals such as the various species of monkey, mongoose & giant squirrel. There is a general introduction with an overview of Sri Lankan mammals, & tips on where & how to watch them. Extended introductions to the families of mammals in the book discuss general characteristics of that group in Sri Lanka. Specific species accounts include details of appearance, distribution & status, as well as fascinating glimpses of the animals’ lives from the author’s own personal observations. Each species account is accompanied by at least one & in most cases several clear colour photographs of the subject.