Johns Hopkins University Press Mountain Gorillas: Biology, Conservation, and Coexistence

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Tucked into one of the most beautiful and conflicted regions of the world are the last of the mountain gorillas. These apes have survived centuries of human encroachment into their habitat and range and decades of intense conflict and violence. The remaining 720 mountain gorillas exist in a fragile habitat, nestled in an area torn by human interests and needs for land, water, and minerals. With captivating photography and the most recent scientific research, Mountain Gorillas takes you deep into the montane rain forests of Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo to reveal the complex story of the mountain gorillas of the Virunga Volcanos and Bwindi. Gene Eckhart and Annette Lanjouw reveal how humankind affects the gorillas and their habitat, detail the innovative conservation and education efforts undertaken by governments and nongovernmental organizations, and explain how ecotourism and other conservation-focused enterprises support efforts to protect the two mountain gorilla populations. This perfect blend of intimate photography, thought-provoking scholarship, and engaging stories demonstrates the inexorable ties among the animals, environment, and peoples of the region, and makes clear why the continued existence of the Virunga and Bwindi gorillas is so important. Mountain Gorillas features stunning photos and four appendices documenting key biological and ecological information, habitat vegetation, milestones in mountain gorilla conservation, and travel information. Review: A must have for the mountain gorilla supporter - Amazing book in every way. For those concerned and following a passion for our lovely mountain gorillas, you must have this. Great quality hardback, very informative and amazing photos. Review: Großartiges Buch - Besonders für Reisende, die auch wissenschaftlich interessante Informationen schätzen. Sehr schöne Aufmachung, tolle Fotos! Dafür ist der Preis sehr günstig, das Buch bleibt aktuell!