Primates Face to Face: The Conservation Implications of Human-nonhuman Primate Interconnections: 29 (Cambridge Studies in Biological and Evolutionary Anthropology, Series Number 29) - Hardcover

Edited By Agust¡n Fuentes , Linda D. Wolfe

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 052179109X ISBN 13: 9780521791090

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2002

Synopsis

As our closest evolutionary relatives, nonhuman primates are integral elements in our mythologies, diets and scientific paradigms, yet most species now face an uncertain future through exploitation for the pet and bushmeat trades as well as progressive habitat loss. New information about disease transmission, dietary and economic linkage, and the continuing international focus on conservation and primate research have created a surge of interest in primates, and focus on the diverse interaction of human and nonhuman primates has become an important component in primatological and ethnographic studies. By examining the diverse and fascinating range of relationships between humans and other primates, and how this plays a critical role in conservation practice and programs, Primates Face to Face disseminates the information gained from the anthropological study of nonhuman primates to the wider academic and non-academic world.

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About the Authors

Agustín Fuentes is Professor of Anthropology and Director of the Primate Behaviour and Ecology Program at Central Washington University. His research interests include primate behavioural ecology, the evolution of social organization and conservation theory and practice.

Linda D. Wolfe is Professor and Chair of Anthropology at East Carolina University. Her research focuses on primate sexual and social behaviours.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 052179109X
• ISBN 13: 9780521791090
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 360