Description
Almost 200 species of birds have become extinct in the past 400 years, and a similar number today are in imminent danger of following them. This title examines the process and issues concerning extinction, how and why it happens and what can be done about it.
After serveral thought provoking introductory chapters, the book showcases aout 20 species on the brink of extinction from around the world and describes the work that is being undertaken to save them. Some are success stories, but a few are not.
Details
- ISBN: 9781408189665
- Author(s): Paul Donald, Nigel Collar, Stuart Marsden, Debbie Pain
- Stock Code: 8189665
- Format: Paperback
- Illustrations: Colour photographs, Colour illustrations
- Pages: 312
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