Malayan Forest Primates
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Malayan Forest Primates
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Author : Dr David J. Chivers
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2013-12-20
Malayan Forest Primates written by Dr David J. Chivers and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-12-20 with Technology & Engineering categories.
The prirnates that provide the central theme of these studies by David Chivers and his colleagues are the dominant large herbi vores of the tropical evergreen rain forest. Tothis extent, they are the ecological counterparts of the great herds of ungulates in habiting the savannahs of tropical Africa (and the monsoonal plains of Asia in their pristine state). Both groups comprise the chief primary consumers of living vegetable tissue in their respective environments. Members of each show appropriate anatomical adapt ations for such a diet. As efficient exploiters of a dispersed but generally abundant food source, each group collectively forms the main vertebrate component of animal biernass in the environment. Yet, despite superficial convergence, there are important differences in the biology and behaviour of members of these two groups of herbivores. Of greatest practical moment to the enquiring biologist are the ready visibility of most plains-dwelling ungulates, the ease with which the researcher can travel over (or above) their habitat by motor transport (or light aircraft) and the facility for near approach without causing disturbance that a closed vehicle has proved to offer. Given the additional attractions of wide, open views and stupendaus scenery, generally invigorating climate and easy life-style, it is perhaps not surprising that in past decades much research effort has focussed on the larger herbivorous mammals of the tropical savannahs.
Malayan Forest Primates
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Author : David J. Chivers
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-09-01
Malayan Forest Primates written by David J. Chivers and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-01 with categories.
The Siamang In Malaya
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Author : David John Chivers
language : en
Publisher: S. Karger AG (Switzerland)
Release Date : 1974
The Siamang In Malaya written by David John Chivers and has been published by S. Karger AG (Switzerland) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1974 with Nature categories.
Primates In Flooded Habitats
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Author : Katarzyna Nowak
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2019-01-03
Primates In Flooded Habitats written by Katarzyna Nowak and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-01-03 with Nature categories.
A ground breaking study of primates that live in flooded habitats around the world.
Primates
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Author : Kurt Benirschke
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2012-12-06
Primates written by Kurt Benirschke and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-06 with Science categories.
This conference represents the first time in my life when I felt it was a misfor tune, rather than a major cause of my happiness, that I do conservation work in New Guinea. Yes, it is true that New Guinea is a fascinating microcosm, it has fascinating birds and people, and it has large expanses of undisturbed rainforest. In the course of my work there, helping the Indonesian government and World Wildlife Fund set up a comprehensive national park system, I have been able to study animals in areas without any human population. But New Guinea has one serious drawback: it has no primates, except for humans. Thus, I come to this conference on primate conservation as an underprivileged and emotionally deprived observer, rather than as an involved participant. Nevertheless, it is easy for anyone to become interested in primate conserva tion. The public cares about primates. More specifically, to state things more realistically, many people care some of the time about some primates. Primates are rivaled only by birds, pandas, and the big cats in their public appeal. For some other groups of animals, the best we can say is that few people care about them, infrequently. For most groups of animals, no one cares about them, ever.
Monkeys Of The Ta Forest
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Author : W. Scott McGraw
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2007-05-10
Monkeys Of The Ta Forest written by W. Scott McGraw and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-05-10 with Science categories.
A great deal has been written about primates; however few volumes have focused on an entire community of sympatric monkeys at a single site. Drawing upon diverse sets of data, the authors provide a multi-thematic case study of the entire monkey community of the Taï forest (Ivory Coast). Much of the book explores how the seven monkey species have adapted to hunting pressures from chimpanzees, leopards, crowned eagles and humans. Other themes covered include feeding ecology, social behaviour, positional behaviour and habitat use, vocal communication and conservation. Colour photographs of all species are provided, showing the major behavioural characteristics of each, as little is known about these West African monkeys. This scientifically important volume will be of interest to a broad audience including primatologists, functional anatomists, psychologists, and behavioural ecologists.
Malaysia
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Author : Gathorne Gathorne-Hardy Earl of Cranbrook
language : en
Publisher: Pergamon
Release Date : 1988
Malaysia written by Gathorne Gathorne-Hardy Earl of Cranbrook and has been published by Pergamon this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1988 with Ecology categories.
Of the vast area of structurally similar vegetation that forms the Far Eastern tropical rain forest block, only the forests of peninsular Malaysia lie on the mainland of Asia. Although showing some influence from this source, the flora and fauna are distinctive and exceedingly rich in species. Among other factors, this richness reflects the complex structure of the vegetation, justly famous for the extensive stands of tall trees that create the conditions to which many smaller plants, fungi and a huge variety of animals are adapted. After a century of scientific investigation, it is now possible to understand peninsular Malaysia's complex ecosystem as an essential prerequisite to the successful management for conservation and long-term productivity in the area. Compiled by authors with personal experience of the region, this book constitutes the most authoritative account of this diverse and fragile region. It is essential reading for all those interested in Malaysia and its conservation.
Raffles Banded Langur The Elusive Monkey Of Singapore And Malaysia
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Author : Andie Ang
language : en
Publisher: World Scientific
Release Date : 2021-12-23
Raffles Banded Langur The Elusive Monkey Of Singapore And Malaysia written by Andie Ang and has been published by World Scientific this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-12-23 with Nature categories.
Sir Stamford Raffles came across an unnamed new species in 1821 when he was documenting natural history in Singapore. This elusive primate, the Raffles' banded langur, was later named after him. This book is a one-stop resource for everything we know about the critically endangered primate that is only found in Singapore and Malaysia, including its distribution, diet, family structure, infant development, threats and conservation. The Raffles' banded langur is a large but slender-bodied monkey with black fur and white bands, while the infants are born with white fur and black bands. Exclusive high-quality photographs of the langurs are featured with family trees illustrating individually-named langurs. Interesting anecdotes about their personalities and behaviours are narrated. Living high up in the tree canopy, they eat a variety of local produce and exotic plants, from the red, juicy rambutans, stinky petai beans, to leafy angsana, perfumed wild cinnamon flowers and large sea almond fruits. This book showcases the diverse habitats of the Raffles' banded langurs, bringing us from the freshwater swamp forest in Singapore to the steep slopes of Gunung Lambak and the primary rainforests of Endau Rompin National Park in Johor, Malaysia. The book also highlights the cross-border conservation efforts and future plans to safeguard the long-term survival of the Raffles' banded langur, and promotes a better understanding and appreciation of our shared natural heritage.
Primate Ecology And Conservation Volume 2
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Author : International Primatological Society. Congress
language : en
Publisher: CUP Archive
Release Date : 1986-08-21
Primate Ecology And Conservation Volume 2 written by International Primatological Society. Congress and has been published by CUP Archive this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1986-08-21 with Nature categories.
The survival of primates in their natural habitats is of growing concern to primatologists, ecologists and conservationists. In this volume, research on feeding behaviour, nutrition and digestive physiology from captive and wild primates is presented. Correlates of the habitat and social organisation are discussed, and then integrated with the pressing problem of how to conserve primates. Broad issues of confrontation between human and non-human primate populations are considered in the light of conflicting priorities for land-use and development. The increased knowledge of what primates require for their survival is applied to problems of captive propagation as a means of reducing dependence on exploiting wild populations. The papers presented in this volume will stimulate discussion between ecologists, conservationists and those concerned with land-use management to establish realistic policies for primate conservation.
The Apes And Monkeys Of Malaya Includings The Slow Loris
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Author : John Leonard Harrison
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1955
The Apes And Monkeys Of Malaya Includings The Slow Loris written by John Leonard Harrison and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1955 with Apes categories.