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The Giraffe Bryan Shorrocks

The Giraffe By Bryan Shorrocks

The Giraffe by Bryan Shorrocks

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The Giraffe: Biology, Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour by Bryan Shorrocks

Provides a comprehensive overview of one of nature's most engaging mammals

  • Covers fossil history, taxonomy, genetics, physiology, biomechanics, behavior, ecology, and conservation
  • Includes genetic analysis of five of the six subspecies of modern giraffes
  • Includes giraffe network studies from Laikipia Kenya, Etosha National Park, Namibia andSamburu National Reserve, Kenya

About Bryan Shorrocks

Professor Bryan Shorrocks, Environment Department, University of York, York, UK.

Table of Contents

Preface vi

1 Introduction to the giraffe 1

2 Origins 13

3 Present distribution and geographical races 26

4 Anatomy 42

5 Physiology 60

6 Individual behaviour 76

7 Individual ecology 100

8 Social networks, movement and population regulation 134

9 Conservation status and wildlife reserves 166

References 187

Index 217

Additional information

CIN1118587472VG
9781118587478
1118587472
The Giraffe: Biology, Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour by Bryan Shorrocks
Bryan Shorrocks
Used - Very Good
Hardback
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
2016-10-21
240
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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