Disney Nature: African Cats

Disney Nature: African Cats

Author: Amanda Barrett

Publisher: Disney Editions

Published: 2011-03-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781423134107

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In the heart of Africa, the Masai Mara Game Reserve is a place where, in place of justice and fairness, raw power rules the day, and to survive means to fight. Lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, gazelles, and other large mammals roam the vast, rolling plains of the reserve, and with so many species competing for space and food, the stakes are high, and danger looms at every turn./DIV In African Cats: Kingdom of Courage, filmmakers Keith Scholey and Amanda Barrett follow the lives of some of the Masai Mara’s big cats, focusing on two lionesses and a cheetah and her adorable cubs. This companion book to their incredible film offers a fascinating exploration of the unique, yet interwoven, stories of each cat. Filled with stunning photographs of the Kenyan plains and the remarkable animals that reside on them, this book will take you on an unforgettable journey chronicling the struggle to survive.DIV


African Cats: Sita the Cheetah

African Cats: Sita the Cheetah

Author: Disney Books

Publisher: Disney Electronic Content

Published: 2015-06-30

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1484751167

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Read along with Disney! This early reader is inspired by the story of the cheetahs from the Disneynature film. Kids will love the beautiful pictures of a mother cheetah and her cubs, taken as the filmmakers follow their journey. With simple text and full-color images, this reader is perfect for newly independent readers.


Cats of Africa

Cats of Africa

Author: Luke Hunter

Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa

Published: 2013-06-25

Total Pages: 319

ISBN-13: 1775840557

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There is nowhere on Earth like Africa for observing wild cats. A week spent in the superb national parks and game reserves produces almost guaranteed sightings of the three most spectacular and sought-after species - lions, cheetahs and leopards. Yet, alongside the big three, Africa is home to a further seven species of cat far less conspicuous than their larger cousins. Of these, the caracal, serval and African wildcat are marginally better known, while few people have seen the remaining four - the black-footed cat, African golden cat, jungle cat and sand cat. Rarely observed and little understood, most have never been the focus of dedicated scientific research. This book covers all 10 species. Inevitably, the bias is towards the large, well-studied cats but it includes all that is known about the smaller species, including observations and data from their Asian range or from captivity to fill in some gaps. Chapters deal with evolution and anatomy, predation, social systems, reproduction and survival, competition and conflict, and conservation, and include the most current research findings from around the continent. Supported by a wealth of dramatic and beautiful images, this is a comprehensive overview of the cat family in Africa - from the famous and popular African parks with their celebrated, safari-friendly felids, to the few remaining places on the continent uninhabited by people, where a wild cat may spend its entire life without feeling the effects of the human presence. Unfortunately, such untrammelled freedom is rare. The challenges facing cats in Africa are profound. Only one, the ubiquitous domestic cat, does not require dedicated conservation activity to ensure its survival for the next century. More than at any time in history, the fate of Africa's wild cats is in our hands.


The Black Leopard

The Black Leopard

Author: Will Burrard-Lucas

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2021-04-20

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 1797203584

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This inspiring book tells the story of a photographer's journey to find the mysterious black leopard. There are few creatures as gorgeous and elusive as the black leopard. In Africa, these magnificent cats are so rare as to be the stuff of legend. Will Burrard-Lucas's love for leopards began during his childhood in Tanzania and propelled him into a career as a wildlife photographer. In his quest to create intimate portraits of animals, he developed innovative technology, including a remotely controlled camera buggy and a high quality camera trap system for photographing nocturnal creatures. Then, one day in 2018, he heard about sightings of a young African black leopard in Kenya and with the help of people from the local community, he succeeded in capturing a series of high-quality photographs of the elusive cat. In this compelling and visually stunning book, Burrard-Lucas tells his story of creativity, entrepreneurship, and passion for wild animals, alongside awe-inspiring images of lions, elephants, and the black leopard itself. • STAR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER: Will Burrard-Lucas's passion for nature and expertise in camera technology have earned him coverage from National Geographic, The New York Times, and the BBC—and over 1 million fans enjoy his breathtaking work online. • NATURE'S HIDDEN WONDERS: Black leopards are individual animals in whom a gene mutation results in excess melanin and an elegant black coat. Most are found in Southeast Asia, where lush vegetation offers them camouflage. In the semiarid shrub lands of Africa, black leopards are extraordinarily rare. Burrard-Lucas's images—showing these beautiful creatures prowling their territory under cover of night—are vivid reminders of nature's hidden wonders. • INCREDIBLE STORY: This is an adventure story that takes place in remote and wild corners of Africa. It reveals Burrard-Lucas's devotion, vision, and innovation that led to him capturing photos that are not only incredibly rare, but also breathtakingly beautiful. Perfect for: • Aspiring and professional photographers • Photography buffs • Nature and animal lovers • Big cat enthusiasts • Conservationists • National Geographic readers • Fans of memoir and adventure stories • Travelers to Eastern and Southern Africa


Cats of Africa

Cats of Africa

Author: Anthony Hall-Martin

Publisher:

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 9781853109362

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This publication covers all the wild cat species found in Africa, but most emphasis is given to the lion, leopard and cheetah. It comprises five chapters, each of which is illustrated with paintings (some full page), sketches and drawings. All the illustrations show the behaviour and activities of the different species, their interactions with their prey and features of their environment such as resting places in trees or on rocks and vantage points on fallen trees or termite mounds. The text also features anecdotal material which illustrates certain aspects of the cats' behaviour or lifestyle.


African Cats: African Cats

African Cats: African Cats

Author: Disney Book Group

Publisher: Disney Press

Published: 2011-03-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781423142171

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This full-color sticker-activity book is sure to delight with its reusable stickers of captivating savannah animals from Disneynature's African Cats! Young fans can match the animals to their footprints, figure out which baby animal belongs with which parent, and create their own landscape play scene. Plus, the book includes two pull-out posters! /DIVDIV


Wild Cats of the World

Wild Cats of the World

Author: Luke Hunter

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2015-10-22

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 1472922859

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Wild Cats of the World provides detailed accounts for all 38 species of wild cat accompanied by magnificent artwork and stunning photography. From the rabbit-sized Black-footed Cat of southern Africa to bear-killing Amur tigers of the Russian Far East, the 38 members of the Cat Family include some of the world's most fascinating and magnificent species on earth. Supremely adapted for the kill, all cats are obligate carnivores; they survive only by preying upon other animals, and they have become one of evolution's most successful predatory lineages of mammals. Wild Cats of the World explores the spectacular Cat Family in unprecedented depth. Drawing on thousands of scientific papers and direct observations in the field, each species is profiled at length, covering all aspects of felid behaviour and ecology. The book is profusely illustrated with colour plates, black-and-white sketches showing important aspects of cat life and accurate images of every species' skull. Over 400 spectacular photographs are included, many of them showing extremely rare and little-known cats published here for the first time. Each profile includes an up-to-date range map and explains the most current science on how cats are classified and related to each other, including some very recent, surprising discoveries. Despite their great evolutionary success, the challenges facing felids in the modern world are profound. Only one, the ubiquitous domestic cat, does not require dedicated conservation action to ensure survival for the next century. The book also explores the current conservation issues facing wild cats, the increasingly perilous status of many species and how they can be saved.


Small Wild Cats

Small Wild Cats

Author: James G. Sanderson

Publisher: JHU Press

Published: 2011-10

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 0801898854

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This book examines the behavior, biology, and conservation of the more than 30 small wild cat species.


African Cats

African Cats

Author: Geoffrey C. Saign

Publisher: Turtleback

Published: 1999-09-01

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780613538992

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Focuses on ten African cats, from the lion, leopard, and cheetah to the tiny sand cat.


The African Cats

The African Cats

Author: Geoffrey Saign

Publisher: Franklin Watts

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780531203651

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Describes the physical characteristics and behavior patterns of ten types of cats found in Africa.