Description
Embark on a captivating journey through the Galapagos Islands with this lavish photographic book that beautifully showcases the unique behaviors of the islands’ iconic wildlife. Featuring over 200 stunning close-up photographs, this large-format collection presents an unprecedented look at the remarkable survival techniques of Galapagos animals, including Giant Tortoises, Galapagos Sea Lions, Blue-footed Boobies, and more. Discover how these extraordinary creatures adapt to their challenging desert-like volcanic environment, where fresh water is scarce, food is limited, and mating opportunities are few.
Witness the dynamic interactions of these magnificent species: watch majestic male Marine Iguanas clash for territory and mates; observe the playful antics of Galapagos Sea Lion pups; and enjoy the intricate courtship dances of the Blue-footed Booby. This book not only captures breathtaking moments in nature but also provides insight into the delicate balance of life in the Galapagos ecosystem. Each photograph is paired with informative text, delivering context that enhances your understanding of these remarkable behaviors.
Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, this beautifully crafted book serves as an essential treasure for anyone fascinated by the Galapagos Islands. With its rich visuals and informative content, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the natural wonders captured within these pages.
Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780691174136, Format: Trade binding, Year: 2018, Publisher: Princeton University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691174136
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2018
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
A lavish photographic celebration that captures the fascinating behaviors of land and sea animals in the Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands are home to an amazing variety of iconic creatures, from Giant Tortoises, Galapagos Sea Lions, Galapagos Penguins, and Ghost Crabs to Darwin's finches, the Blue-footed Booby, and Hummingbird Moths. But how precisely do these animals manage to survive on-and in the waters around-their desert-like volcanic islands, where fresh water is always scarce, food is often hard to come by, and finding a good mate is a challenge because animal populations are so small? In this stunning large-format book, Galapagos experts Walter Perez and Michael Weisberg present an unprecedented photographic account of the remarkable survival behaviors of these beautiful and unique animals. With more than 200 detailed, close-up photographs, the book captures Galapagos animals in action as they feed, play, fight, court, mate, build nests, give birth, raise their young, and cooperate and clash with other species.
Watch male Marine Iguanas fight over territory and females; see frigatebirds steal food and nesting materials from other birds; witness the courtship dance of a pair of Blue-footed Boobies; go underwater to glimpse a Galapagos Sea Lion pup playing with its mother; and observe a baby Pacific Green Turtle enter the water for the first time. These and dozens of other unforgettable scenes are all vividly captured here-including many moments that even experienced Galapagos observers may never be lucky enough to see in person.
Complete with a brief text that provides essential context, this book will be cherished b
Witness the dynamic interactions of these magnificent species: watch majestic male Marine Iguanas clash for territory and mates; observe the playful antics of Galapagos Sea Lion pups; and enjoy the intricate courtship dances of the Blue-footed Booby. This book not only captures breathtaking moments in nature but also provides insight into the delicate balance of life in the Galapagos ecosystem. Each photograph is paired with informative text, delivering context that enhances your understanding of these remarkable behaviors.
Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, this beautifully crafted book serves as an essential treasure for anyone fascinated by the Galapagos Islands. With its rich visuals and informative content, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the natural wonders captured within these pages.
Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780691174136, Format: Trade binding, Year: 2018, Publisher: Princeton University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691174136
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2018
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
A lavish photographic celebration that captures the fascinating behaviors of land and sea animals in the Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands are home to an amazing variety of iconic creatures, from Giant Tortoises, Galapagos Sea Lions, Galapagos Penguins, and Ghost Crabs to Darwin's finches, the Blue-footed Booby, and Hummingbird Moths. But how precisely do these animals manage to survive on-and in the waters around-their desert-like volcanic islands, where fresh water is always scarce, food is often hard to come by, and finding a good mate is a challenge because animal populations are so small? In this stunning large-format book, Galapagos experts Walter Perez and Michael Weisberg present an unprecedented photographic account of the remarkable survival behaviors of these beautiful and unique animals. With more than 200 detailed, close-up photographs, the book captures Galapagos animals in action as they feed, play, fight, court, mate, build nests, give birth, raise their young, and cooperate and clash with other species.
Watch male Marine Iguanas fight over territory and females; see frigatebirds steal food and nesting materials from other birds; witness the courtship dance of a pair of Blue-footed Boobies; go underwater to glimpse a Galapagos Sea Lion pup playing with its mother; and observe a baby Pacific Green Turtle enter the water for the first time. These and dozens of other unforgettable scenes are all vividly captured here-including many moments that even experienced Galapagos observers may never be lucky enough to see in person.
Complete with a brief text that provides essential context, this book will be cherished b