Endangered mammals. Among tapirs, pacas and peccaries

This book explores mammals traditionally used as food by humans, facing challenges like overexploitation, deforestation, and inadequate management, leading to drastic population declines. Human actions, such as habitat destruction, disrupt their environments, food sources, and safety from predators, increasing their risk of extinction.

The book begins with identifying these mammals, often elusive and seen primarily in zoos due to their shy nature and preference for tropical forests and wilderness. Their diets and natural predators are also discussed.

Lastly, the book examines various conservation measures recommended by scientists to protect these species, including the Baird’s Tapir, the Paca, and the Collared Peccary.