Handbook of Mammals of Madagascar

by Nick Garbutt

Overview

Mammals of Madagascar is the most up-to-date and comprehensive photographic handbook to the region's mammals.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781472985934
Publisher:	Bloomsbury USA
Publication date:	02/28/2023
Pages:	448
Product dimensions:	7.10(w) x 9.70(h) x 1.35(d)

About the Author

Nick Garbutt is a leading authority on Madagascar’s wildlife who has observed the majority of the island’s mammals in the wild—a claim only a handful of people can make. An award-winning wildlife photographer and talented artist, he contributes articles and photos to many publications, including National Geographic, BBC Wildlife, and Africa Geographic.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements
Introduction
How to Use the Handbook

Biogeography
How Did Mammals Arrive in Madagascar?

Regions and Habitats of Madagascar
Lowland Rainforest and Littoral Forest
Mid-Elevation Montane Rainforest
High-Elevation Montane Rainforest
Sclerophyllous Forest and High Mountain Thicket
Seasonal Humid Forest (Sambirano)
Dry Deciduous Forest
Subarid Thorn Scrub or Spiny Forest
Mangroves
Grasslands and Palm Savannahs

THE MAMMALS OF MADAGASCAR
Overview
Taxonomy
The Species Conundrum
Classification of the Extant Mammals of Madagascar
Tenrecs, Order Afrosoricida
Family Tenrecidae
Subfamily Tenrecinae
Subfamily Geogalinae
Subfamily Oryzorictinae

Bats, Order Chiroptera
Suborder Pteropodiformes (Yinpterochiroptera)
Family Pteropodidae
Family Rhinonycteridae
Family Hipposideridae

Suborder Vespertilioniformes (Yangoterochiroptera)
Family Emballonuridae
Family Nycteridae
Family Myzopodidae
Family Molossidae
Family Miniopteridae
Family Vespertilionidae

Lemurs, Order Primates
Infraorder Lemuriformes
Family Cheirogaleidae
Family Lepilemuridae
Family Lemuridae
Family Indriidae
Infraorder Chiromyiformes
Family Daubentoniidae

Malagasy Carnivorans, Order Carnivora
Family Eupleridae
Subfamily Eupleriinae
Subfamily Galidiinae

Rodents, Order Rodentia
Family Nesomyidae
Subfamily Nesomyinae

Non-Native Mammals
Non-Native Rodents
Old World Rats and Mice
Non-Native Carnivorans
True Civets
Domestic Dogs
Feral Cats
Non-Native Insectivores
Shrews
Hoofed Mammals
Wild Pigs
Domestic Stock
Deer

Threats to Madagascar's Mammals
Habitat Loss and Fragmentation
Habitat Degradation
Mining Operations
Hunting and Bushment
The Illegal Pet Trade
Intrusion by Non-Native Species

Conservation and the Island's Protected Areas
Parks and Reserves

Important Mammal Watching Sites
Rainforest Areas
Deciduous Forest Areas
Spiny Forest Areas

The Extinct Mammal Fauna
Middle Jurassic Mammals
Late Cretaceous Mammals
Quaternary Mammals
Order Bibymalagasia
Order Afrosoricida
Order Chiroptera
Order Primates
Infraorder Lemuriformes
Order Carnivora
Order Artiodactyla
Order Rodentia
Classification of Extinct Subfossil Mammals

Glossary
Species Checklists
General Bibliography
Photo Credits
Index

Editorial Reviews

Truly spectacular, an immense achievement. The photos are awesome and it's rare to see a guide book that is also so meticulous in providing available information on life history and biology.” —Dr PJ Stephenson

“A fascinating and beautifully illustrated book. A cherished resource.” —Dr David Krause

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