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OverviewThe whistling dog, or dhole, of India is a little-known, distant cousin of our domestic dog. Highly intelligent, wary of man, and elusive as a jungle predator, this rare and beautiful creature is one of the most difficult animals to study. Its very nature defies the patience and skill of the most dedicated naturalist. Yet knowledge about its habits and a more widespread understanding and appreciation of this species are essential for its protection and continued survival. For, like so much of the world's wildlife today, the dhole is a species threatened with extinction. The first in-depth field study of the whistling dog, The Whistling Hunters examines the dhole in the animal's environment. The book is based on the author's field studies and the observations of other naturalists. It presents all the facts currently known about the species, as it makes a passionate plea for conservation and the reevaluation of our land-use patterns. The book is also an attempt to understand the essence of wilderness since it, too, like the whistling dog, is an endangered species. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Michael W. FoxPublisher: State University of New York Press Imprint: State University of New York Press Edition: illustrated edition Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.254kg ISBN: 9780873958431ISBN 10: 0873958438 Pages: 150 Publication Date: 30 June 1985 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsForeword Introduction 1. The First Days 2. Jungle Senses 3. The Whistling Dog's World 4. The Whistling Dog 5. The Whistling Hunter 6. Family Life and Communication 7. Politics, People, and the Jungle 8. The Place and Value of the Whistling Dog 9. Pariah Dogs of the City and Jungle 10. Men, Nature, Consciousness and Conservation References IndexReviewsAuthor InformationMichael W. Fox is Director of the Institute for the Study of Animal Problems, Humane Society of the United States. Formerly Professor of Psychology at Washington University, St. Louis, he holds higher degrees in veterinary medicine, psychology, and animal behavior, having earned the B.Vet. Med., Ph.D., and D.Sc. degrees from the University of London. A Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, England, Dr. Fox has published numerous technical and non-technical books on the subject of animal behavior. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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