Description
Book SynopsisDocuments the extent to which cats have subverted, and are continuing to subvert, Australia's biodiversity. The book also describes the origins of cats and their global spread, their long-standing and varying relationship with people, their global impacts and their ecology. It also describes the challenge of managing cats.
Trade Review"The authors of this book should be commended for their thoughtful and thorough approach to this complex topic." -- Tim Low * Wildlife Australia *
"Overall, the book is a fascinating and important read. The authors provide extensive scientific detail but punctuate this with interesting quotes, historical accounts, anecdotes, photos and illustrations, making the book accessible to a wide audience. A must-read for anyone working in or interested in wildlife conservation!" -- Kelly Miller * Australasian Journal of Environmental Management, 27(1) *
"Cats in Australia contains so much information on cats and their impact on Australia’s indigenous fauna that it should be essential reading for conservationists, wildlife managers, and cat lovers, especially those on that continent." -- Ron Moorhouse * Conservation Biology 35(3) *
