Carnivores of the World: Second Edition

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An acclaimed illustrated guide to the world's carnivores-now in an expanded and thoroughly updated new edition This is an expanded and fully revised new edition of a highly acclaimed guide to the world's carnivores-some of the most spectacular and feared creatures in nature. Covering all 250 species of terrestrial, true carnivores, from the maje

Luke Hunter is one of the world's leading authorities on wild carnivores. His books include Wild Cats of the World and Cheetah. He lives in New York City.

"I was consistently impressed with the style, editing, content, quality and up-to-dateness of the book. It is a world first and a truly impressive, comprehensive and highly attractive volume. Everybody interested in carnivorans will want to obtain a copy and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Outstanding."-Darren Naish, ScientificAmerican.com "Spectacular full-color illustrations by Barrett (Mammals of Europe), sometimes showing customary behaviors or including depictions of cubs, accompany each entry and beautifully clarify textual descriptions. . . . [T]he most up-to-date subject guide available."-Library Journal "I don't know of a concise global summary of carnivores like this. The illustrations cover a wide range of forms from all over the world, including many that are rarely photographed or preserved in museums."-Roland W. Kays, coauthor of Mammals of North America