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Polar Regions - The Complete Guide to Antarctic Wildlife: Birds and Marine Mammals of the Antarctic Continent and the Southern Ocean

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Book Synopsis: The first of its kind, this spectacularly illustrated book is the only complete guide to the wildlife and natural history of the vast and beautiful Antarctic region.Covering the Antarctic continent, the southern ocean, and the subantarctic islands, this guide illustrates all of the region's breeding birds and marine mammals with stunning color photographs. In addition to the color plates, it features distribution maps and up-to-date species accounts expertly detailing abundance, seasonal status, and conservation prospects. The volume also covers numerous nonbreeding species, migrants, and vagrants.Regional chapters describe all of the subantarctic islands, in addition to most regularly visited sites in Antarctica, and are accompanied by maps of each area and photographs of each locale. These chapters present detailed information on geography, climate, geology, general ecology, and flora. They also address conservation efforts--past, present, and planned. The book concludes with practical information about visiting the area, including details on the best-available landing sites and notes on seasonal weather conditions.This is an indispensable companion for a trip far south, as well as an informative volume for anyone interested in the Antarctic region's remarkable, occasionally strange, and frequently beautiful animals.Features 35 color plates and over 600 color photographsIllustrates and maps the distribution of all of the region's breeding birds and marine mammalsIncludes information on many non-breeders, migrants, and vagrantsFeatures expert text reflecting recent advances in taxonomyCovers all of the subantarctic islands as well as Antarctica's regularly visited sitesOffers travel tips, including weather considerations and landing sites Read more

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Discover the awe-inspiring wildlife of the Antarctic with The Complete Guide to Antarctic Wildlife: Birds and Marine Mammals of the Antarctic Continent and the Southern Ocean. This comprehensive guide is a must-have for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike. With its stunning color photographs and detailed species accounts, it is the perfect companion for a trip far south.

Featuring 35 color plates and over 600 color photographs, this book showcases the remarkable diversity of breeding birds and marine mammals in the Antarctic region. From beautiful penguins to majestic albatrosses, you will be captivated by the captivating imagery that brings these creatures to life. With distribution maps and up-to-date species accounts, you will gain a deeper understanding of their abundance, seasonal status, and conservation prospects.

Not only does The Complete Guide to Antarctic Wildlife cover the Antarctic continent and the southern ocean, but it also includes information about the subantarctic islands. Each regional chapter provides detailed insights into the geography, climate, geology, general ecology, and flora of the area. You will also learn about past, present, and planned conservation efforts, making this book a valuable resource for those passionate about preserving our planet.

Whether you are planning a trip or simply interested in the Antarctic region, this guide offers practical travel tips, including details on the best-available landing sites and seasonal weather conditions. Its expert text reflects recent advances in taxonomy, ensuring you have the most up-to-date information at your fingertips.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through the Antarctic wildlife. Get your hands on The Complete Guide to Antarctic Wildlife today and embark on a captivating adventure. Learn more about the creatures that inhabit this mesmerizing region.

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