The Tapir's Morning Bath

Mysteries of the Tropical Rain Forest and the Scientists Who Are Trying to Solve Them

Autori

• Elizabeth Royte

Parametri

Pagine

338pagine

Tempo di lettura

12ore

• Animali
• Natura
• Natura, animali
• Saggistica
• Scienze Naturali

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The book delves into the scientific exploration of Barro Colorado Island, a six-square-mile rain forest in Panama, renowned for its biodiversity. Since 1923, researchers have sought to understand the complex interactions within this tropical ecosystem, echoing Darwin's historical inquiry about the abundance of species. Through a blend of history and contemporary science, it highlights the ongoing quest to unravel the mysteries of this unique environment.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2002

(In brossura)