By
Friderun Ankel-Simons, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, U.S.A.
Description
This book is unlike ay other work on primates: it systematically reviews the biology of all living primates, including humans. It describes
their bio-geographical information and provides crucial data pertaining to their body size, fur coloration external distinguishing features,
habitat and basic life strategies.
Now in its third edition,
Primate Anatomy discusses species that are new to science
since the last edition with details concerning anatomical features among primates that were re-discovered. New research in molecular
primatology is also included due to recent relevant findings in molecular biology in accordance with new technology. The basics of biological
taxonomy are introduced, along with photographs of all major groups. Important new and controversal issues make this edition key for
every primatologists, anthropologist, and anatomist.
Audience:
Researchers and students in primatology anthropology, anatomy, mammology, and vertebrate paleontology.
