The Hair Scale Identification Guide to Terrestrial Mammalian Carnivores of Canad

Description: The Hair Scale Identification Guide to Terrestrial Mammalian Carnivores of Canada by Justin Kestler This highly illustrated, comprehensive guide features hair scale impressions and characteristics for all terrestrial carnivorous mammals found in Canada. An ideal reference and monitoring resource, including range maps and key identification characteristics, as well as superb images. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Mammalian predators are keystone species in any ecosystem. But many are elusive by nature and have territories that cover large areas of land, which makes them challenging to monitor. When tracks and signs prove difficult to interpret or are non-existent, hair samples recovered from the field offer a fantastic resource – one that is often overlooked.The Hair Scale Identification Guide to Terrestrial Mammalian Carnivores of Canada provides a fully illustrated, up-to-date hair scale reference for all 25 of the terrestrial carnivorous mammals of Canada. From the tiny least weasel (Mustela nivalis) to the giant polar bear (Ursus maritimus), unique traits – as well as tricky similarities – can clearly be observed through hair scale patterns magnified at the medial portion of the hair impression. These scale patterns aid in species identification when hair is the only possible evidence available.This guide also outlines hair impression techniques for samples found in the field, assisting ecologists and technicians with wildlife monitoring studies on predatory mammals where additional identification is required. Including range maps and key identification characteristics for all species represented, as well as superb images of hair scale impressions at two magnification levels, this book is a comprehensive tool for animal hair ID. Author Biography Justin Kestler is a wildlife biologist and outdoor educator. He graduated from Sault Colleges School of Natural Environment and earned a communications degree from the University of Toronto. He has been involved in various wildlife monitoring projects and worked as a field technician for Natural Resources Canada, McMaster University and the University of Alberta. Table of Contents Acknowledgements Introduction and Guide Interpretation - Materials and Methods - Hair Scale Reference Key - Winter White Colour Phases - Undersides: Colour Differences in Guard Hairs - Colour Morphs and Regional Variations CANIDAE Swift Fox Arctic Fox Grey Fox Red Fox Coyote Grey Wolf FELIDAE Bobcat Canada Lynx Mountain Lion MEPHITIDAE Western Spotted Skunk Striped Skunk MUSTELIDAE Least Weasel Short-Tailed Weasel Long-Tailed Weasel American Mink Black-Footed Ferret American Marten Fisher American Badger Northern River Otter Wolverine PROCYONIDAE Raccoon URSIDAE Black Bear Grizzly Bear Polar Bear References Appendix 1: A Summary of Scale Types Appendix 2: Patterns and Comparisons Review This handy identification guide to the hairs of carnivores found in Canada will be a valuable reference source for wildlife managers, biologists, and naturalists. The book is attractively presented with beautiful colour images of fur pelts accompanied by microphotographs at two resolutions that spectacularly illustrate the fine hair-scale impressions that will aid in identifying the species of carnivorous mammals.--Burton K. Lim, Assistant Curator of Mammalogy, Royal Ontario Museum Long Description Mammalian predators are keystone species in any ecosystem. But many are elusive by nature and have territories that cover large areas of land, which makes them challenging to monitor. When tracks and signs prove difficult to interpret or are non-existent, hair samples recovered from the field offer a fantastic resource - one that is often overlooked.The Hair Scale Identification Guide to Terrestrial Mammalian Carnivores of Canada provides a fully illustrated, up-to-date hair scale reference for all 25 of the terrestrial carnivorous mammals of Canada. From the tiny least weasel (Mustela nivalis) to the giant polar bear (Ursus maritimus), unique traits - as well as tricky similarities - can clearly be observed through hair scale patterns magnified at the medial portion of the hair impression. These scale patterns aid in species identification when hair is the only possible evidence available.This guide also outlines hair impression techniques for samples found in the field, assisting ecologists and technicians with wildlife monitoring studies on predatory mammals where additional identification is required. Including range maps and key identification characteristics for all species represented, as well as superb images of hair scale impressions at two magnification levels, this book is a comprehensive tool for animal hair ID. Review Quote This handy identification guide to the hairs of carnivores found in Canada will be a valuable reference source for wildlife managers, biologists, and naturalists. The book is attractively presented with beautiful colour images of fur pelts accompanied by microphotographs at two resolutions that spectacularly illustrate the fine hair-scale impressions that will aid in identifying the species of carnivorous mammals. Details ISBN1784272825 Author Justin Kestler Publisher Pelagic Publishing Series Pelagic Identification Guides Year 2022 ISBN-10 1784272825 ISBN-13 9781784272821 Format Paperback Imprint Pelagic Publishing Place of Publication Exeter Country of Publication United Kingdom Pages 80 AU Release Date 2022-07-19 NZ Release Date 2022-07-19 Illustrations 7 Figures; 61 Illustrations, black and white; 43 Illustrations, color Publication Date 2022-07-19 UK Release Date 2022-07-19 DEWEY 599.70971 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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