THE MANED WOLF KEEPER'S HANDBOOK: A Complete Guide to the World’s Most Unique Long-Legged Canid: Breeding, Feeding, Behavior, Habitat, Diet, ... Captive Care in the Wild Cerrado Ecosystem - Couverture souple

DONALD, MICHAEL D.O

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798180233820

Editeur : Independently published, 2026

Synopsis

Discover one of the most extraordinary and misunderstood wild canids on Earth — the maned wolf.
Despite its name, the maned wolf is neither a true wolf nor a fox, but a unique species found in the grasslands of South America’s Cerrado biome. With its striking long legs, fox-like face, and solitary nature, it represents one of the most evolutionarily distinct members of the dog family.
This comprehensive guide explores the maned wolf in depth, combining scientific knowledge with practical understanding for wildlife enthusiasts, zoology students, conservationists, and exotic animal researchers.
Inside this book, you will discover:
• The true identity and evolution of the maned wolf
• Its unique biology and physical adaptations for survival in open grasslands
• Natural habitat structure and ecological importance in the Cerrado
• Feeding behavior, omnivorous diet, and fruit-based survival strategy
• Communication systems including scent marking, posture, and vocal behavior
• Social structure, territorial instincts, and solitary lifestyle
• Reproductive biology, breeding cycles, and parental care strategies
• Juvenile development and how early life shapes adult behavior
• Veterinary care, disease risks, and health management in captivity
• Enclosure design principles used in modern conservation facilities
• Real-world conservation threats including habitat loss, road mortality, and human conflict
• Expert troubleshooting for captivity challenges such as stress, feeding refusal, and behavioral adaptation issues
This book also provides deep insight into conservation efforts aimed at protecting the maned wolf as its natural habitat continues to decline due to human expansion and environmental change.
Written in a clear, detailed, and professional style, this guide bridges the gap between scientific research and practical understanding, making it valuable for both beginners and advanced readers interested in wildlife biology, zoo management, or exotic animal behavior.
Whether you are a wildlife enthusiast, student of zoology, conservation worker, or simply fascinated by rare animals, this book offers a complete and immersive journey into the life of one of nature’s most unusual and elegant survivors.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798180233820
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 139
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg