Nowak, Ronald M

Contains descriptions of approximately 280 species of primates, grouped in fifteen families; providing information about physical traits, habitat, activity, social life, reproduction, and other issues. Includes discussion of conservation efforts.

Describes the lives and habits of over 1,100 general and 4,000 species of mammals.

Provides information about the morphology, relationships, and natural history of every genus of mammal known to have existed within the last five thousand years, grouped within twenty-eight orders that cover 146 families, 1,192 genera, and 4,809 species. Includes a general essay on the class mammalia, and lists of currently recognized species.

Presents a comprehensive guide with over one hundred forty illustrated photographs of marine mammals and discusses their physical traits, habitat, scientific names, and the status of threatened species.