Orangutans : Behavior, Ecology, and Conservation

by Payne, Junaidi

• ISBN13: 9780262162531
• ISBN10: 0262162539
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-03-31
• Publisher: Mit Pr
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Summary

This abundantly illustrated look at orangutan life tells the story of one of the most fascinating members of the great ape family. In Orangutans,conservation biologist Junaidi Payne presents an informative and compelling description of the lives of orangutans, from their habitat and behavior to the complex intricacies of orangutan society, with discussions of such topics as the differences between wild and captive creatures and characteristics of age and sex. He provides information on orangutan conservation and rehabilitation as well, discussing threats to orangutan welfare and strategies for safeguarding orangutans in the future. Extraordinary color photographs by award-winning photographer Cede Prudente reveal little-seen aspects of orangutan life in the rainforest and showcase the breathtaking landscapes of Borneo and Sumatra. Orangutansalso includes a map of orangutan distribution and information on where to see orangutans in the wild. Orangutan tours attract thousands of visitors each year. This stunning book offers a souvenir or a preview. Animal lovers, natural history students, fans of wildlife photography, and those interested in ecology and conservation will also find a place for Orangutanson their bookshelves or coffee tables.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. 9
A Portrait of the Species	p. 10
Tropical Rainforests -- Home of the Orangutan	p. 18
Evolution, History, and Links to Humans	p. 46
Wild Orangutans	p. 80
Orangutans in Zoos	p. 108
Orangutan Conservation	p. 116
What Can Be Done?	p. 142
Where to see wild orangutans	p. 152
Further reading	p. 154
Index	p. 156
Acknowledgements	p. 160
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