The Natural History of Madagascar provides the most comprehensive, up-to-date synthesis available of this island's priceless biological treasures. Contributions by nearly three hundred world-renowned experts cover the history of scientific exploration in Madagascar, as well as its geology and soils, climate, forest and human ecology, marine and coastal ecosystems, plants invertebrates, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. Beautifully illustrated throughout. 1709 pages. Hardcover. 9" x 11".