Thailand holds a special place in the minds of the world's nature-lovers
as a paradise of splendid tropical forests, untrammeled ocean beaches,
and spectacular underwater coral grottos. Nature travellers to Thailand
want to experience these stunning habitats and catch glimpses of exotic
wildlife--gibbons and elephants, hornbills and storks, gliding lizards
and cobras, brightly colored reef fishes and marine invertebrates. In
this book is all the information you need to find, identify, and learn
about Thailand's magnificent animal and plant life. ? Identifying and
location information on the most frequently seen animals. ? Full-color
illustrations of nearly 600 of Thailand's most common insects,
amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, and coral fish. ? Up-to-date
information on the ecology, behavior, and conservation of the animals. ?
Information on Thailand's habitats and on the most common plants you
will encounter. ? Brief descriptions of Thailand's most frequently
visited parks and reserves. Easy-to-carry, entertainingly written,
beautifully illustrated - you will want to have this book as constant
companion on your journey.