Isbn: 9798258928658 (5 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Discover the fascinating world of spider monkeys in this comprehensive and expertly written handbook that explores one of the most intelligent and agile primates of the tropical rainforest. The Spider Monkey Handbook takes you deep into the lives of these remarkable canopy dwellers, revealing how they survive, communicate, reproduce, and shape the ecosystems they inhabit.From their unique anatomy and prehensile tails to their complex social structures and advanced cognitive abilities, this book provides a detailed and engaging exploration of spider monkey biology. You'll learn how different species of the Ateles genus are distributed across Central and South America, how they adapt to life in the rainforest canopy, and why their survival is so closely tied to the health of tropical ecosystems.This handbook also examines their feeding habits and critical role as seed dispersers, highlighting how spider monkeys actively contribute to forest regeneration and biodiversity. Their intelligence, communication systems, reproductive cycles, and maternal care are explained in clear, accessible detail, offering valuable insight into their behavior in both wild and captive environments.Beyond biology and behavior, the book takes a serious look at the challenges spider monkeys face today. Deforestation, habitat fragmentation, illegal hunting, climate change, and human encroachment are threatening their survival across their natural range. You will also explore global conservation efforts, protected areas, captive breeding programs, and the essential role of governments, NGOs, and local communities in safeguarding their future.Finally, the handbook explores the human connection to spider monkeys-from indigenous cultural significance to modern ecotourism and conservation awareness-while offering practical ways individuals can support their protection.Whether you are a wildlife enthusiast, student, researcher, conservation advocate, or simply curious about rainforest life, this book delivers a complete, in-depth understanding of spider monkeys and their world. It is both an educational resource and a call to action to protect one of nature's most extraordinary primates and the fragile ecosystems they depend on. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Discover the fascinating world of spider monkeys in this comprehensive and expertly written handbook that explores one of the most intelligent and agile primates of the tropical rainforest. The Spider Monkey Handbook takes you deep into the lives of these remarkable canopy dwellers, revealing how they survive, communicate, reproduce, and shape the ecosystems they inhabit.From their unique anatomy and prehensile tails to their complex social structures and advanced cognitive abilities, this book provides a detailed and engaging exploration of spider monkey biology. You'll learn how different species of the Ateles genus are distributed across Central and South America, how they adapt to life in the rainforest canopy, and why their survival is so closely tied to the health of tropical ecosystems.This handbook also examines their feeding habits and critical role as seed dispersers, highlighting how spider monkeys actively contribute to forest regeneration and biodiversity. Their intelligence, communication systems, reproductive cycles, and maternal care are explained in clear, accessible detail, offering valuable insight into their behavior in both wild and captive environments.Beyond biology and behavior, the book takes a serious look at the challenges spider monkeys face today. Deforestation, habitat fragmentation, illegal hunting, climate change, and human encroachment are threatening their survival across their natural range. You will also explore global conservation efforts, protected areas, captive breeding programs, and the essential role of governments, NGOs, and local communities in safeguarding their future.Finally, the handbook explores the human connection to spider monkeys-from indigenous cultural significance to modern ecotourism and conservation awareness-while offering practical ways individuals can support their protection.Whether you are a wildlife enthusiast, student, researcher, conservation advocate, or simply curious about rainforest life, this book delivers a complete, in-depth understanding of spider monkeys and their world. It is both an educational resource and a call to action to protect one of nature's most extraordinary primates and the fragile ecosystems they depend on. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…