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Antarctica: A Guide to the Wildlife, 4th (Bradt Guides)

Antarctica: A Guide to the Wildlife, 4th (Bradt Guides)
By Tony Soper

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A superbly illustrated and attractive traveler's companion to the wildlife of the Antarctic wilderness written by TV naturalist Tony Soper. Full species identification is aided by specially commissioned paintings by Dafila Scott.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #729084 in Books
  • Published on: 2005-04-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 144 pages

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"Here, at last, is the book we've been waiting for."
--David Attenborough

From the Back Cover

In this superbly illustrated and attractive new edition of this traveler’s companion to the wildlife of the Antarctic wilderness, Dafila Scott’s illustrations provide the perfect accompaniment to naturalist Tony Soper’s immaculate text. This guide provides full coverage of plumage and identification, breeding and nesting, feeding, and the best locations to observe the varied species to be found in Antarctica.

· Illustrated in full color throughout with specially commissioned watercolor paintings
· Authoritative writing by TV naturalist Tony Soper
· Species identification, behavior and habitats, and conservation guidelines for visitors
· History of discovery and exploration




About the Author

Tony Soper was co-founder of the BBC's world-class Natural History Unit and became famous for his pioneering wildlife programs. He now leads expeditions to Antarctica.

Dafila Scott, granddaughter of Captain Scott of the Antarctic, is an artist and zoologist and member of the Society of Wildlife Artists.

Customer Reviews

Great, portable guide5
I bought this book in preparation for a trip 'South' in December 1999/January 2000 and it was an extremely useful guide to wildlife in general but especially good for penguin information. The drawings by an ancestor of Robert F. Scott's are lifelike, and engaging art as well. The brief summaries of natural and exploration history are accessible and informative. If you are looking for a portable guide to peninsular wildlife get the book--you won't regret it.

A good, portable guide to commonly seen Antarctic wildlife5
If you are visiting the Antarctic Peninsula and nearby islands, this guide is a good field guide to identifying, and learning about, the most common Antarctic fauna you will experience, including birds, mammals and cetaceans. (It is not a comprehensive guide for htose desiring in depth information and identification of every species.) José Kirchner

gorgeous illustrations, info. you won't find anywhere else5
This has got to be the single best guide to Antarctica's unusual wildlife. Everything is covered here, from Gentoo Penguins to Crab-Eater Seals (which don't actually eat crabs). Beautiful illustrations make it easy to identify birds & other animals while your out on the ice. If you're going to the White Continent, you'll want to stash this little book in your daypack. This book was useful when my husband & I visited the Antarctic peninsula, which we chronicle in our DVD "T&T's Real Travels in Antarctica" (also available on amazon.com).