📗 Libro en inglés RHINOS OF THE WORLD

This book represents the culmination of more than four years of work by many rhino experts primarily from Africa Asia the United States and Europe involved in rhino conservation research and management It is one of the most comprehensive reference works ever published on the systematics ecology conservation status and management of all rhinoceros species Covering all five rhino species worldwide this volume brings together the contributions of 92 international rhino experts and provides A comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge on the evolution phylogeny systematics and fossil record of rhinosAn in depth look at the ecology and conservation status of each species with detailed chaptersA series of case studies on conservation management poaching horn trade and ex situ programs This beautifully illustrated book is an invaluable resource for researchers wildlife managers and professionals in conservation biology ecology and management as well as the general public It reveals the fascinating story of rhino evolution the long history of human interactions with rhinos and the major threats to these iconic species