Description

The Complete Book of Australian Mammals: The National Photographic Index of Australian Wildlife is a comprehensive non-fiction zoology reference book edited by Ronald Strahan, published in 1984. This first British edition hardcover with Dust Jacket features an extensive collection of photographs and detailed scientific information on all of Australia's known mammal species. This is a foundational text in Australian zoology.

Synopsis

Title: The Complete Book of Australian Mammals: The National Photographic Index of Australian Wildlife
Author/Publisher: Ronald Strahan (Salem House Publishers)
Publication Year: 1984
Format: 532-page Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Published in 1984, 'The Complete Book of Australian Mammals' stands as a seminal work in Australian natural history, meticulously compiled by Ronald Strahan. This substantial volume, presented in its First British Edition, offers a comprehensive survey of Australia's unique mammalian fauna, designed as a definitive photographic index.

As a significant non-fiction reference for adults, this book delves into the intricate world of Australian mammals. It brings together detailed scientific information across 532 pages, making it an essential resource for both scholarly study and enthusiast exploration of the continent's diverse species.

• The National Photographic Index: Central to this volume is its ambition to create a national photographic record. The book features an extensive collection of high-quality photographs, providing vivid visual documentation for every known Australian mammal species.
• Authoritative Species Accounts: Under the expert editorship of Ronald Strahan, each mammal species receives a thorough and factual scientific account. These detailed entries cover taxonomy, habitat, behaviour, and conservation status, offering an authoritative overview of Australian mammalian life.
• Comprehensive Australian Mammalian Fauna: The book aims for completeness, encompassing all known mammal species found across Australia's varied landscapes. It serves as a foundational reference, categorising and describing the full spectrum of marsupials, monotremes, and placental mammals indigenous to the region.

This foundational reference work remains highly regarded by naturalists, zoologists, and anyone with a profound interest in Australian wildlife. Its detailed content and comprehensive photographic scope make it an enduring and valuable addition to any library focused on natural history.

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