World Atlas of Great Apes and their Conservation
This atlas provides a comprehensive overview of what is currently known about all six species of great apes - chimpanzee, bonobo, Sumatran orangutan, Bornean orangutan, eastern gorilla, and western gorilla. It gives a thorough background on ape behaviour and ecology for each species, including detailed habitat requirements, the apes' ecological role, and the possible consequences of their decline.
Despite the dedicated efforts of many individuals and organizations, the great apes all fall into the Endangered or Critically Endangered category of the IUCN Red List. This atlas offers a full description of the threats, current conservation efforts, and additional protection needed for each species across its entire range.
* Covers all six species of great apes
* Provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive data available
* More than 150 full-colour photos
* More than 40 full-colour maps and diagrams
ISBN 0520246330 | USD $45.00 or GBP £29.95 (environ 36,50 €uro)
Soon available from IUCN World Conservation Bookstore and Earthprint | Also Amazon UK, Amazon US, Barnes & Noble, University of California Press
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