The mouflon, the hardy European wild sheep, is a native of the rugged mountains on the Mediterranean islands of Corsica and Sardinia. This illustration comes from “Wildlife of the Mountains,” by Edward R. Ricciuti (Chanticleer Press, New York, and Windward Books, London. 223 pp, index, $18.95). The book has companion volumes, “Wildlife of the Oceans” and “Wildlife of the Forests.” All are profusely illustrated in colour. They do not attempt to be exhaustive in their chosen fields, but each ranges widely round the world discussing mammals, reptiles, birds, insects and fish. Attempts are made to explain the variations of life brought about by climate and geography. Attention is given to the manner in which creatures rely on one another for survival. Many of the illustrations are outstanding.

Press, 6 September 1980, Page 17

The mouflon, the hardy European wild sheep, is a native of the rugged mountains on the Mediterranean islands of Corsica and Sardinia. This illustration comes from “Wildlife of the Mountains,” by Edward R. Ricciuti (Chanticleer Press, New York, and Windward Books, London. 223 pp, index, $18.95). The book has companion volumes, “Wildlife of the Oceans” and “Wildlife of the Forests.” All are profusely illustrated in colour. They do not attempt to be exhaustive in their chosen fields, but each ranges widely round the world discussing mammals, reptiles, birds, insects and fish. Attempts are made to explain the variations of life brought about by climate and geography. Attention is given to the manner in which creatures rely on one another for survival. Many of the illustrations are outstanding.