He is not alone, and the mass of immigrants changes and destroys much of the ecosystem. An explanation rather than an apology, the narrative is evocative without being sensational. As NGOs are demanding greater say in environmental policy, books such as this are important to gauge who is actually doing what. Only one chapter focuses on Latin America, but the book has a global relevancy. Offers case studies and experiences from Latin America and Asia.
Examples show how communities can work together to protect parks and environmental refuges.
Every bird species you may come across in Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, Uruaguay and southern Boliva and Brazil is described here, with more than 1,000 species illustrated in color. The text compliments the visuals, providing info about habitat, sounds and identification features. Revision of his classic work began before his death in 1993. For researchers, this is a must-read book. It provides a clear overview of botanical studies of the Rio Mayo, a contemporary view of the vegatation, excerpts from the original text and an annotated list of plants.