A well-known English zoologist, who devoted his life to the protection of rare species of animals, shares his impressions obtained during the first years of his travels in West Africa and South America. He talks about the habitat of animals, about the features of their behavior: mating games, housing, hunting, caring for offspring, etc. d. The author made all his observations using the help of the local population, with whom he developed the most friendly relations. Subtle humor, love for nature, good relations with people pass a red thread through all the stories of the author. Gerald Darrell's other books on the site: Oslocrads. Rosie's talking bundle is my kinsman. The fillet of the halibut Catch me the colobus My family and other animals . Birds, Animals and Relatives . Garden of the Gods New Noah . The Beasts in My Bed The Jubilee of the Ark . Aye-aye and me