The most comprehensive guide to the bovids of the world
Bovids are a diverse group of ruminant mammals that have hooves and
unbranched hollow horns. Bovids of the World is the first
comprehensive field guide to cover all 279 bovid species, including
antelopes, gazelles, cattle, buffaloes, sheep, and goats. From the
hartebeest of Africa and the takin of Asia to the muskox of North
America, bovids are among the world's most spectacular animals and this
stunningly illustrated and easy-to-use field guide is an ideal way to
learn more about them.
The guide covers all species and subspecies of bovids described to date.
It features more than 300 superb full-color plates depicting every kind
of bovid, as well as detailed facing-page species accounts that describe
key identification features, horn morphology, distribution,
subspeciation, habitat, and conservation status in the wild. This book
also shows where to observe each species and includes helpful
distribution maps.
Suitable for anyone with an interest in natural history, Bovids of the
World is a remarkable and attractive reference, showcasing the range
and beauty of these important mammals.
- The first comprehensive field guide to all 279 bovid species
- 337 full-color plates, with more than 1,500 photographs
- Detailed species accounts describe key identification features,
distribution, subspeciation, habitat, behavior, reproduction, and
conservation status
- Fully updated and revised taxonomy, with common and scientific names
- Easy-to-read distribution maps
