Bovids are a diverse group of ruminant mammals that have hooves & unbranched hollow horns Bovids of the World is the first comprehensive field guide to cover all 279 bovid species including antelopes gazelles cattle buffaloes sheep & goats From the hartebeest of Africa & the takin of Asia to the muskox of North America bovids are among the world's most spectacular animals & this stunningly illustrated & easy-to-use field guide is an ideal way to learn more about them The guide covers all species & subspecies of bovids described to date It features more than 300 superb full-color plates depicting every kind of bovid as well as detailed facing-page species accounts that describe key identification features horn morphology distribution subspeciation habitat & conservation status in the wild This book also shows where to observe each species &
Includes:: helpful distribution maps Suitable for anyone with an interest in natural history Bovids of the World is a remarkable & attractive reference showcasing the range & beauty of these important mammals The first comprehensive field guide to all 279 bovid species 337 full-color plates with more than 1500 photographs Detailed species accounts describe key identification features distribution subspeciation habitat behavior reproduction & conservation status Fully updated & revised taxonomy with common & scientific names Easy-to-read distribution maps