Behaviour Briefs
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| Author: | Chris and Mathilde Stuart |
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R100.00
The ultimate compact, quick ID guide to southern and East African animal behaviour, and the latest in the popular series of ‘quick guides’ to wildlife. This title:
• describes and explains the habits of the more commonly found mammals of southern and East Africa;
• matches concise text with action photographs that capture characteristic behaviour;
• serves as a companion volume to more detailed field guides;
• provides a quick reference and easy read for anyone interested in understanding wild animals and their sometimes baffling rituals.
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