<DIV>Conservation-minded Belize, just south of Mexico, has long been popular with ecotourists. With unpolluted waters and vast forests, Belize is home to more than 500 species of birds, 75 species of bats, over 100 species of reptiles/amphibians and large numbers of coastal and aquatic species.<br><BR>Water-resistant and weighing less than an ounce, Belize Wildlife offers visitors or armchair travelers the information needed to identify some of the country’s most significant and magnificent flora and fauna. Descriptive text on the 10 panels highlight more than 150 species with beautiful full color illustrations and descriptive text indicating distinguishing features, scientific names and measurements. A locator map is conveniently located on the back panel/cover with additional information on the nations most frequently visited parks and preserves.</DIV>