The New Neotropical Companion

The acclaimed guide to the ecology and natural history of the American tropics, now fully updated and expanded

The New Neotropical Companion is the completely revised and expanded edition of a book that has helped thousands of people understand the complex ecology and natural history of the most species-rich zone on Earth, the American tropics. With stunning color photographs, it is a comprehensive and cutting-edge account of tropical ecology that includes not only tropical forests but also other ecosystems such as cloud forests, rivers, savannas, and mountains. This is the only guide to the American tropics that includes everything, covering the ecology of the entire region and the remarkable relationships between species rather than focusing solely on species identification.

The New Neotropical Companion is a book unlike any other. Here, you will learn how to recognize the distinctive ecological patterns of rainforests and other habitats and interpret how these remarkable ecosystems function: everything is explained in clear and engaging prose, free of jargon. You will also be introduced to the astonishing plant and animal life of the region.

Informative and entertaining, The New Neotropical Companion is a pleasurable read for armchair naturalists, and visitors to the American tropics will want to consult this book before, during, and after their trip.

• Covers the entire tropical America.
• Describes the species and habitats visitors are most likely to observe.
• Includes all major ecosystems, from lowland rainforests to the high Andes.
• Features a large number of color photos of habitats, plants, and animals.