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Human exploitation of terra firme fauna in Amazonia
Author:
Nigel J.H. Smith
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Smith, N. (1977). Human exploitation of terra firme fauna in Amazonia. Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas da Amazônia, Manaus, Brazil.
Summary:
A brief overview is presented of human exploitation of faunal resources of the non-flooded terra firme environment of Amazonia, an area which accounts for approximately 95% of the basin. Attention is focused on the trade in wild animal skins, live animals and conservation.