Book Condition: As New in as New Dustjacket. Weight: 3.3 pounds. An amazing collection of nearly 400 photographs of many rare and endangered animals, and the stories behind them. Wild Rivers is a photographic odyssey along some of Thailand?s most important waterways: the Petchaburi, Huai Kha Khaeng, Mae Klong and Kwae Noi in the West, and the Mae Ping in the North. These rivers evolved millions of years ago, and still harbor many magnificent creatures including elephant, tiger, leopard, tapir, gaur, banteng, and wild water buffalo, plus a multitude of other mammals, reptiles, birds, insects, invertebrates and plant species. Tropical Habitats from mangrove swamps up to montane evergreen forests continue to thrive. The Kingdom has over 200 areas listed as national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, non-hunting areas and marine parks. However, many are under serious threat as humans continue to encroach into the wilderness. Some protected areas have little or no wildlife, but a few important ecosystems shown here are a tribute to the nation?s flora and fauna. These photographs reveal this beauty, but it is up to the current and future generations to take decisive action and look after these glorious animals and watersheds before it?s too late. This book is a wake-up call for more to be done to ensure they remain part of Thailand?s natural heritage.
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