JACKALS HANDBOOK: A Complete Natural History of Jackals: Behavior, Ecology, Conservation, and Cultural Legends. - Couverture souple

UNITY, GEORGE

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798294729585

Editeur : Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

Step into the mysterious world of jackals—intelligent, adaptive, and often misunderstood wild canids. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, student of zoology, nature traveler, or simply captivated by the lore and life of the wild, this comprehensive guide unveils the truth about one of the most enigmatic animals roaming Africa, Asia, and parts of Europe.

Inside this essential handbook, you will discover:

In-depth species profiles covering the golden jackal, black-backed jackal, and side-striped jackal, including their evolutionary history, communication techniques, and survival strategies.
Ecological insights into their role as scavengers and predators, and how they shape the ecosystems they inhabit.
Fascinating behaviors such as monogamy, cooperative parenting, scent-marking, territorial defense, and pack dynamics.
Conservation challenges faced by jackals today—including habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, climate change, and the illegal wildlife trade.
Captive care considerations and ethical issues related to jackals in zoos, sanctuaries, and wildlife centers.
Legends and folklore where jackals take center stage—from Anubis in ancient Egypt to trickster tales across Africa and India.
How scientists track and study jackals using field techniques like GPS tagging, scat analysis, and camera traps.
Responsible ecotourism practices for observing jackals in the wild without disrupting their natural behavior or habitats.
Resources for further exploration including must-read books, scientific journals, wildlife documentaries, and organizations working to protect wild canids.

Unlike domestic dogs or wolves, jackals live in a fascinating liminal space between myth and reality, survival and persecution. This book blends scientific accuracy with cultural storytelling, offering a uniquely holistic view of jackals through the lens of biology, conservation, history, and human perception.

Whether you're researching for a project, preparing for a wildlife safari, or simply seeking to understand more about wild canines, "Jackals Handbook" is your ultimate guide to everything jackal.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798294729585
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 157
• 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