Mammals of China

China's breathtaking diversity of natural habitats - from mountains and deserts to grasslands and lush tropical forests - is home to more than 10 percent of the world's mammal species. This one - of - a - kind pocket guide describes the characteristics, geographic distribution, natural history, and conservation status of all 558 species of mammals found in China. An up - to - date distribution map accompanies each species account, and beautiful color illustrations by wildlife artist Federico Gemma depict a majority of the species. The definitive text is written by leading specialists and follows the most current global standards for mammalian systematics.

This field - ready pocket edition of A Guide to the Mammals of China makes the rich mammal fauna of China accessible to ecotravelers and naturalists like never before.