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Southern Africa has about 530 mammal species, ranging from little shrews and bats to elephant, lion and rhino. The region is also home to many marine species - seals, dolphins and whales - that inhabit both coastal and deeper waters. Now updated to reflect the latest taxonomic findings, Field Guide to Mammals of Southern Africa will help with the identification of the iconic larger animals, as well as the often bewildering array of smaller species. The detailed descriptions of each species offer insight into key identification characters, typical behaviour, preferred habitat, food choice, reproduction and longevity. Full-colour images and revised distribution maps complement the species accounts.

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Chris Stuart is the author of a range of books on African mammals, wildlife and conservation, as well as numerous scientific papers and popular articles. Much of his time is spent traveling the world, searching for wild mammals and promoting their conservation. Chris holds an MSc from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. He is the co-founder of African-Arabian Wildlife Research Centre. Mathilde Stuart is the co-founder of the African-Arabian Wildlife Research Centre. She is the author of numerous books including Field Guide to the Mammals of Southern Africa, Pocket Guide: Mammals of East Africa, Field Guide to the Tracks and Signs of Southern and East African Wildlife and Dangerous Creatures of Africa and have also published numerous scientific papers and popular articles on a wide range of topics.

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