Show of hands: how many of you didn’t know what a Fossa was the first time you watched Madagascar? I’ll admit, I didn’t (I actually thought it was some sort of fictional monster they created for the film).
Wildlife of Madagascar
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Animals of Kruger National Park
When it comes to accessible field guides to the wildlife of popular African eco-tourism destinations, the Wildlife Explorer Guide series from Princeton WildGuides has certainly proven itself over the past few years as the definitive imprint to seek out.
Britain’s Hoverflies: A Field Guide
Of all the creatures exemplifying Batesian mimicry, few are better known to naturalists than hoverflies. Looking for all they’re worth like bees or wasps, these harmless and beautiful little members of the diptera are fascinating subjects of study.