Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Hoofed mammals (also called ungulates) are the most abundant large mammals in British Columbia. Nine wild native species live here: Moose, Elk, Caribou, Bison, Mountain Goat, two species of deer and two of sheep. There are also several introduced species.
In Hoofed Mammals of British Columbia, David Shackleton provides a comprehensive examination of wild ungulates. In the introduction, he discusses their evolution and biology, including morphological and behavioural adaptations to their unique lifestyle. Excellent illustrations and two keys help identify each species by its external features or its skull. The author also describes each species and subspecies in detail, and discusses its natural history: habitat, diet, social organization, reproductive data, life expectancy, and mortality factors (including predators). Each species account has a distribution map, as well as data on taxonomy, populations, conservation status and traditional aboriginal use.
Generously illustrated throughout, this authoritative book brings together all current knowledge on the hoofed mammals of British Columbia.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 254-263) and index.