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ISBN: 1895176409

ISBN13: 9781895176407

Galapagos: A Natural History (New)

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The Gal pagos Islands are among the brightest jewels of the Pacific. Known for their unparalleled diversity of fearless, curious wildlife, the Gal pagos famously inspired Charles Darwin's theories of natural selection. A true bucket-list destination, the Gal pagos Islands have captured the hearts and minds of travellers from around the world.

In Gal pagos: A Natural History, Michael H. Jackson provides the essential guide to the flora and fauna of the Gal pagos Islands. Beginning with a comprehensive history of the environment, colonization, evolution and ecology of the islands, Jackson details the plant life, reptiles, sea, coast, and land birds, native mammals, intertidal and marine life, and invertebrates native to the islands in richly illustrated, easily navigable chapters. An index and checklist of plants and animals make this an essential companion for ecological excursions.

Including detailed exploration of the management and conservation of Gal pagos National Park and its rules and regulations alongside key information and tips for visitors, Gal pagos: A Natural History is a necessary guide for every traveller embarking for, or planning to visit, one of the worlds most stunning natural wonders.

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Environmental Conservation Nature Writing Non-Fiction Americas Biological Sciences Biology Ecology Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Field Guides General

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Good natural overview on Galapagos

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
This is a good overview of the plant and animal life on the Galapagos Islands. It's more about nature and ecology than anything else, but I found it very informative and easy-to-read prior to my own trip to the Galapagos.

Outstanding Resource

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I would imagine that most visitors to the Galapaos are not naturalists. For those without a strong background in natural sciences, I would highly recommend this book. The book is easy and fun to read, detailed without being tedious. The photos are amazing and the author's passion for the islands is evident. If you only have time to read one book, this is one I would advise a Galapagos visitor to read in advance of their trip.

A wonderful introduction to the life of this fantastic place

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
My wife and I bought Jackson's book in preparation for a trip to the Galapagos. The book served us well; when we arrived at the islands we felt that we were almost on a first-name basis with all the fantastic creatures and plants that make the Galapagos such a fascinating place. The book is considerably more than just a field guide; it includes information on the islands' history, their environmental and ecological setting, and the conservation efforts being made to preserve this truly unique place. And, as the title indicates, the book provides a lot of natural history, not just a brief summary of bare facts about each animal or plant. Not only is it a fine guide, it is a most enjoyable read.

The one book needed when travelling to the galapagos

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
I just recently returned from the Galapagos Islands, and the book that guided me throughout my journey was this book by M.H. Jackson. Very easy to find the animal you are looking, and also helps to discover more creatures to look for. Helped explain things further from what the guides had said. Also helped me in answering many people's questions about different creatures. A Great book! A must for all travelers to the galapagos in search of unique wildlife.

Undoubtedly the best overview of "Darwin's Islands".

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I am a biologist that has been working in the Galapagos as a Naturalist leading tours there for the last 6 years. Michael Jackson's book is the "Bible" for the beginning naturalist and certainly more than adequate for the casual "ecotourist". Jackson covers all major aspects of the history, geology, ecology, and biology of the islands. In the "biology" section, he gives a clear, concise, but thorough group-by-group treatment of all major taxa including plants, reptiles, land and sea birds, mammals, and a brief section covering marine life. While there are other guidebooks available, none come close to the accuracy, clarity of presentation, and logical format of this book. Of particular usefulness are the many photos, tables, and graphs which provide a visual representation of many of the topics discussed and a synthesis of large amounts of data.
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