{"title":"Jill Pruetz","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Jill Pruetz's works, where science meets an unwavering passion for nature. Known for her insightful contributions to the field of primatology, Jill Pruetz has carved a niche as a distinguished researcher and author who brings the fascinating lives of apes to the forefront.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her book, \u003cem\u003eApes on the Edge\u003c\/em\u003e, Pruetz invites readers to embark on an enlightening journey into the often perilous yet profoundly inspiring habitats of apes. Her research, set against the backdrop of some of the most remote and challenging landscapes, offers a rare glimpse into the behaviour, social structures, and conservation challenges facing these remarkable creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJill Pruetz's writings not only convey the complexities and wonders of the animal kingdom but also prompt a deeper understanding of the intricate ties between humans and our primate relatives. Her work is a compelling resource for anyone interested in Science \u0026amp; Nature, helping to bridge the gap between academic research and accessible, engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this collection and immerse yourself in the enriching learning experience that Jill Pruetz's books offer—ideal for curious minds eager to discover the wonders of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"apes-on-the-edge-by-jill-pruetz-9780226837512","title":"Apes on the Edge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA moving story of survival and an eye-opening introduction to an extraordinary community of chimps and people.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFongoli chimpanzees are unique for many reasons. Their female hunters are the only apes that regularly hunt with tools, seeking out tiny bush babies with wooden spears. Unlike most other chimps, these apes fear neither water nor fire, using shallow pools to cool off in the Senegalese heat. Up to 90 percent of their home range burns annually—the result of human hunting or clearing for gold mining—and Fongoli chimpanzees have learned to predict the movement of such fires and to avoid them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe study of Fongoli chimps is also unique. While most primate research occurs in isolated reserves, Fongoli chimpanzees live alongside humans, and as primatologist and anthropologist Jill Pruetz reports, this shared habitat creates both challenges and opportunities. The issues faced by Fongoli chimpanzees—particularly food scarcity and environmental degradation—are also issues faced by their human neighbours. This connection is one reason Pruetz, who has studied Fongoli apes for over two decades, created the nonprofit Neighbor Ape in 2008 to provide for the welfare of the humans who share their landscape with apes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also why Pruetz decided to write this book, the first to offer readers a view of these chimps' lives and to explain the specific conservation efforts needed to help them. Incorporating stories from Pruetz's time in the field, including the compelling rescue of a young chimp from poachers, \u003cem\u003eApes on the Edge\u003c\/em\u003e opens a fascinating window into primate research, conservation, and the inner workings of a very special population of our closest nonhuman relatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853972852972,"sku":"9780226837512","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20603403482268.jpg?v=1759229028"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/jill-pruetz.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}