Cheetah - Tapa dura

This large-format book depicts the history, evolution, behaviour and day-to-day survival of one of the most fascinating cats of the African continent. It discusses the evolution of the cheetah, its lifestyle, mating, rearing of cubs, family grouping and its distribution in Africa. It also focuses on the endangered future of the cheetah, its declining numbers and decreasing habitats, touching on both genetic and conservation issues. The authoritative text highlights research in the field of wildlife conservation, dispelling several myths about the cheetah's so called "genetic bottleneck". The text is support by colour photographs.

John McNutt has a Ph.D. in animal behaviour from the University of California, and has worked for more than 20 years as a field biologist all over the world. He is co-author, along with his wife, Lesley Boggs, of Running Wild; an in-depth account of the life of a pack of African wild dogs in the Okavango Delta. Dave Hamman has worked for more than 10 years as a licensed bush guide and wildlife photographer. His photographs have been published around the world in magazines such as National Geographic and Africa - Environment and Wildlife.