Today over 15,000 species of plants and animals are facing extinction. What can we do to protect these species and their habitats? This beautifully illustrated atlas presents the latest findings on the reasons for animal extinctions, from loss of habitat to pollution. Over 200 photos and full-colour illustrations provide an essential visual reference to the world's different habitats and the endangered animals that live in them. Detailed maps locate the world's most fragile ecosystems, from deserts to rainforests. Authoritive text introduces the planet's rarest species with information on their habitat, behaviour and conservation. Publisher: New Burlington Books Year: 2006 Binding: Paperback ISBN: 9781845660840 Condition: Good Description: Large. Note: This image is from a stock photo and may differ from the actual cover.
