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    • Publisher:
      Cambridge University Press
      Publication date:
      February 2014
      January 2014
      ISBN:
      9781139542302
      9781107034860
      9781107610170
      DOI:
      https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139542302
      Dimensions:
      (247 x 174 mm)
      Weight & Pages:
      0.64kg, 260 Pages
      Dimensions:
      (244 x 170 mm)
      Weight & Pages:
      0.44kg, 260 Pages
      • Subjects:
      Animal Behaviour, Life Sciences, Ecology and Conservation
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    With its iconic appearance and historic popular appeal, the giraffe is the world's tallest living terrestrial animal and the largest ruminant. Recent years have seen much-needed new research undertaken to improve our understanding of this unique animal. Drawing together the latest research into one resource, this is a detailed exploration of current knowledge on the biology, behaviour and conservation needs of the giraffe. Dagg highlights striking new data, covering topics such as species classification, the role of infrasound in communication, biological responses to external temperature changes and motherly behaviour and grief. The book discusses research into behaviour alongside practical information on captive giraffe, including diet, stereotypical behaviour, ailments and parasites, covering both problems and potential solutions associated with zoo giraffe. With giraffe becoming endangered species in Africa, the book ultimately focuses on efforts to halt population decline and the outlook for conservation measures.

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    'Dagg's discoveries and observations during fieldwork as well as autobiographical details make this book an engaging, inspiring and informative read that is well worth the time to read from cover to cover.'

    Amanda Hardy Source: The Biologist

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