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Title informationFaces in the ForestThe Endangered Muriqui Monkeys of Brazil Karen B Strier
158 pages, 21 b/w photos, 15 line illus.
The woolly spider monkey, or muriqui, of Brazil is one of the most threatened primates in the world today. Deforestation and the resulting fragmentation of its habitat has left only 500 individuals in the wild. Strier provides data on the natural history of this monkey, and tells the story of its decline, from discovery in 1806 to the present day. related organisations include: Ape Alliance International Primate Protection League Orangutan Foundation International PRIMATE SOCIETY OF GREAT BRITAIN If you are involved in a scientific, conservation or environmental organisation and would like to be listed, please see our NHBS-Xchange information page. |
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