The Wildlife of Southern Africa – A Field Guide to the Animals and Plants of the Region edited by Vincent Carruthers

The Wildlife of Southern Africa: A Field Guide to the Animals and Plants of the Region is an outstanding all-in-one natural history reference edited by renowned environmentalist Vincent Carruthers. Published by Struik Publishers in 2000, this highly regarded field guide combines the fauna and flora of Southern Africa into a single accessible volume, making it an essential companion for birders, hikers, safari travellers, botanists, game viewers, students, and collectors of African natural history books.

Unlike many specialised guides that focus on only one category of wildlife, this beautifully produced reference covers a remarkable diversity of Southern African species including mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs, freshwater fish, insects, spiders, fungi, grasses, wild flowers, and trees. The Wildlife of Southern Africa features contributions from respected experts in their respective fields, including Ken Newman, Bill Branch, Elsa Pooley, Peter Apps, and others, giving it strong authority and long-standing popularity among outdoor enthusiasts.

With over 2,000 plants and animals referenced and more than 1,200 species illustrated, The Wildlife of Southern Africa for practical field use while remaining highly informative for home libraries and collectors. The colour-coded sections make navigation easy and intuitive, allowing readers to quickly identify species encountered in the bushveld, forests, wetlands, coastlines, and mountain regions of Southern Africa.

This edition is particularly appealing as a portable yet comprehensive wildlife companion for safari travellers and eco-tourists exploring South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and neighbouring regions. A valuable addition to any Africana, conservation, or wildlife collection.

Condition – Near Fine 

2000 paperback edition in near fine condition. Covers remain clean and bright with minimal shelf wear. Internally crisp, clean, and tightly bound. An excellent example of this sought-after Southern African wildlife field guide.