Description
Mammals
Book Summary
An essential field guide for discovering the hundred most representative mammals of the fauna of Catalonia and Europe. Far from being a translation, this original work offers a close and rigorous approach to delving into the fascinating world of these animals. The reader will find detailed descriptions, curiosities, and identification keys that will allow them to learn about everything from the smallest shrews to large cetaceans, on a journey that unveils the mysteries of wildlife.
What is it about?
The book presents a selection of one hundred species of mammals, from the most common to the most emblematic of the Catalan and European territory. Through its pages, the author invites us to observe and understand the lives of these animals in their natural habitat. Aspects such as their behavior, diet, reproduction, and the traces they leave in the environment are explored. The work is conceived as a practical tool for identification in the field, combining scientific rigor with accessible language and a perspective that awakens curiosity for the world of scents, tracks, and the secrets of the fauna.
Main themes
- Identification of mammals of Catalonia and Europe.
- Behavior and habits of the most representative species.
- Biology and ecology of terrestrial and marine mammals.
- Wildlife observation in nature.
- Conservation and knowledge of the natural environment.
Who is it recommended for?
This guide is aimed at amateur naturalists, hikers, nature lovers, and anyone interested in learning about local fauna. It is especially useful for those who wish to get started in mammal observation or expand their knowledge about the species in their immediate surroundings, without needing to be experts in biology.
What this book provides
- An original field guide, created specifically for the territory, not a translation of foreign works.
- Practical and detailed information for identifying one hundred mammal species in their natural habitat.
- An informative approach that brings the world of mammals to the general public.
- Tools for understanding animal behavior and tracks.
- An invitation to explore and value local biodiversity.
Technical specifications
- Author: Sañé i Pons, Jaume
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Animals and society, Fauna: mammals
- Collection: Miniguies de Natura
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: July 2019
- Number of pages: 144
- Weight: 356 g
Editorial review
A useful and well-crafted field guide that fills a void in naturalist literature in Catalan. Its focus on the most representative species of Catalonia and Europe makes it a practical tool for the local reader. The work stands out for its original nature and its ability to spark curiosity about the world of mammals, making it a recommended option for both beginners and enthusiasts with prior knowledge.