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Genre/Form: | Electronic books |
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Additional Physical Format: | Print version: Lindsey, Susan Lyndaker, 1956- Okapi. (DLC) 98028740 (OCoLC)39313603 |
Material Type: | Document, Government publication, State or province government publication, Internet resource |
Document Type: | Internet Resource, Computer File |
All Authors / Contributors: |
Susan Lyndaker Lindsey; Mary Neel Green; Cynthia L Bennett |
ISBN: | 9780292757585 0292757581 |
OCLC Number: | 907293864 |
Description: | 1 online resource (xiv, 131 pages) : illustrations. |
Contents: | 2 Description of the Okapi 22 -- 3 Captivity 48 -- 4 Field Studies 91 -- 5 Conservation 101. |
Responsibility: | Susan Lyndaker Lindsey, Mary Neel Green, Cynthia L. Bennett ; illustrations by Mary Neel Green ; foreword by Jane Goodall. |
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Abstract:
Presents a contemporary natural history of okapi, a relative of the giraffe. This book recounts its discovery by European explorers, and describes its appearance and life cycle. It also discusses efforts to preserve the species, both in the wild and at zoos around the world. It is useful for conservationists and zoo visitors alike.
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"This book will have long-lasting effects on conservation of the okapi and preservation of the forest: the authors' research will heighten awareness of the plight of the okapi, and their royalties will go directly to helping ... the Ituri Forest conservation program. You will be helping if you buy this book and encourage your friends to do the same. Okapis have a special place in the natural world, and it is up to us to ensure that they and their forests survive." --Jane Goodall Read more...
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