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The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals: Second Edition Paperback – April 27, 2015

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4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 52 ratings
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The definitive guide to African mammals―now fully revised and updated

The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals is the essential companion for anyone going on safari or interested in African mammals―no other field guide covers the whole continent in a portable format. Now fully revised and updated, it covers all known species of African land mammals and features 780 stunning color illustrations. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, distribution, habitat, food, behavior, adaptations, and conservation status. Coverage of several of the more complex groups of small mammals is simplified by reference to genera, and there are introductory profiles of each mammal group and more than 500 maps. This new edition includes many newly recognized species, and classification has been fully updated.

Written and illustrated by a world authority, The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals is a must-have guide for travelers and armchair naturalists alike.

  • Covers more than 1,100 species
  • Features 780 color illustrations
  • Describes key identification features, distribution, habitat, food, behavior, adaptations, and status
  • Includes many newly recognized species, and classification has been fully updated
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    544 pages
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    Princeton University Press
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    April 27, 2015
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    5.75 x 1.75 x 8.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0691164533
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0691164533
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"This is an exquisite resource. . . . Kingdon has produced a thoroughly researched and beautifully composed field guide. Certainly, if you plan to go to Africa to observe wildlife, this is a ‘must have' resource."---DRK, Wildlife Activist

"Praise for the previous edition: "Travellers and students of wildlife should take notice--this volume sets the standard for the field. . . . This is quite simply a superb and authoritative work by an author of unsurpassed credentials and talent for his task. Everybody will delight in it.""---Mark Pagel, Nature

"Praise for the previous edition: "For anyone planning an African safari, this guide should be as essential as binoculars.""---David Tomlinson, New Scientist

"Praise for the previous edition: "All naturalists resident in or visiting the continent should have a copy. It is much more than a field guide.""---Jeremy J. D. Greenwood, Habitat

"Praise for the previous edition: "This is a handy, nicely prepared pocket field guide covering every species of terrestrial African mammal and is the essential reference work to be carried along by anyone traveling in Africa.""---Rovert E. Hoopes, Wildlife Activist

"Praise for the previous edition: "This is an exquisite book to have, even if you have no intention to ever visit Africa (but then you are likely to change your mind after this Kingdon experience).""---Hans Kruuk, Mammal News

"Praise for the previous edition: "The richness of information is exemplary. The illustrations would make a big cat purr.""---John Ryle, Guardian

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Jonathan Kingdon is one of the world's foremost authorities on African mammals. His books include The Kingdon Pocket Guide to African Mammals and Lowly Origin: Where, When, and Why Our Ancestors First Stood Up (both Princeton).

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Princeton University Press; 2nd edition (April 27, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 544 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0691164533
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0691164533
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.5 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 1.75 x 8.75 inches
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S. Chandrasekharan
5.0 out of 5 stars A superb reference book from THE authority on African mammals
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2016
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A superb reference book to the mammals of Africa. The Tanzania-born author is the authority on study of mammals in Africa.

This heavy book was my constant companion when on Safari in Kenya. I would come back in the evenings from my game drive and read up on the animals I saw.

If you are going to go on multiple safaris I recommend getting the hard bound version. The paperback is lighter, but as with any reference book, becomes dog-eared after frequent use.
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Brent Gift
5.0 out of 5 stars A good reference book
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2020
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I needed up to date info on African mammals for our environmental center. This guide was perfect.
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Raven
5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful book
Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2016
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This is the one complete guide to the mammals of Africa, beautifully illustrated with informative text and maps. It is written by an expert on African wildlife.
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Kirsten
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2012
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I used this book during my semester abroad studying wildlife ecology in Kenya and Tanzania. It was wonderful, not only for identification purposes but also for learning about the behaviors and habitats of the different species. It is well organized and beautifully illustrated. I would highly recommend this book.
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TM Indy
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2021
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Safari guides had this book and I referred to it often while on safari. Wanted a copy for home. It’s hefty to travel with but makes a great home resource. Packed with details. Great for any animal lover.
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Craig S. Harrison
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Comprehensive Guide Available
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2015
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This is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide. It has been useful on two recent trips to Africa (Botswana and Ethiopia). I loaded it to my Kindle which is appropriate for a reference book like this.
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Nadine
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2015
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Daughter pleased.
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Randy
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Guide for African Mammals
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2007
Well worth carrying along, would not opt for the pocket guide. We have used this book on several trips to Africa (East, South and Central) and have always found it useful. It is a great guide to have and pass around with others as you discuss what you have seen. It is also useful to have to make notes so you remember what you took pictures of when you get home. Between Kingdon and Estes, would recommend Kingdon if you can only take one guide book with you.
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John Innes
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on May 18, 2015
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Excellent guide to the mammals of Africa. Range maps are helpful, and I like the inclusion of phylogenetic trees.
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carraca17
5.0 out of 5 stars Una guia indispensable para cualquier naturalista amante de Africa
Reviewed in Spain on August 3, 2015
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Muy buena guia que agrupa a TODOS los mamíferos del continente africano incluido a losquiropetos de una manera sencilla pero no por ello poco correcta. En mi opinión un libro indispensable para cualquier naturalisa con intención de viajar a este continente, que cuenta con numerosas especies diferentes a las europeas.
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john fountain
5.0 out of 5 stars The Kingdn Field Guide to African Mammals
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2012
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The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals
Great book for those who love the animals of Africa, and wish to learn and explore more of the various species and their berhaviour.
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Marc Escobar Toledano
5.0 out of 5 stars IMPRESCINDIBLE
Reviewed in Spain on March 9, 2020
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Una de las mejores guias que he encontrado. Siempre que voy de safari me acompaña.
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Reviewed in France on May 20, 2019
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