The international encyclopedia of primatology

The International Encyclopedia of Primatology represents the first comprehensive encyclopedic reference focusing on the behaviour, biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, and taxonomy of human and non-human primates. Represents the first comprehensive encyclopedic reference relating to primatologyFeatures more than 450 entries covering topics ranging from the taxonomy, history, behaviour, ecology, captive management and diseases of primates to their use in research, cognition, conservation, and representations in literatureIncludes coverage of the basic scientific concepts that underlie each topic, along with the latest advances in the fieldHighly accessible to undergraduate and graduate students in primatology, anthropology, and the medical, biological and zoological sciencesEssential reference for academics, researchers and commercial and conservation organizations This work is also available as an online resource at www.encyclopediaofprimatology.com