Bibliography of Gambian Related Publications

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Title: Philopatry and affiliation among red colobus.
Date: 1994
Source: Behaviour 1994 Sep Vol 130(3-4) 253-270
Author(s): Starin, E. D.
Abstract: Collected data on Temminck's red colobus living in the Abuko Nature Reserve, The Gambia, to demonstrate that this population does not fit most common descriptions of female-transfer species. Troop members had more prominent female-female bonds and less prominent male-male bonds than has been described in most other female-transfer, male-resident groups. This may be due to a number of factors such as female peer-group transfer, the small number of groups available to a transferee, the lack of sexual dimorphism, and the presence and importance of females in initiating and defending the social integrity of the social unit. It is clear from this that the presence of female-transfer, male-residence patterns is not always enough to automatically predict strong male-male bonds. Other factors must also be considered. (PsycINFO Database Copyright 1995 American Psychological Assn, all rights reserved)
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Title: Socioecology Of The Red Colobus Monkey In The Gambia With Particular Reference To Female-Male Differences And Transfer Patterns (Procolobus Badius Temminckii).
Date: 1991
Source: Thesis (PH.D.)--CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK, 1991. 423 p.; Source: Dissertation Abstracts International, Volume: 52-11, Section: A, page: 3988.
Author(s): STARIN, ERICA DAWN.
Abstract: Temminck's red colobus (Procolobus badius temminckii) was the focus of this study, which took place from February 1978-September 1983 in the 107 ha relict forest patch of the Abuko Nature Reserve, The Gambia, West Africa. I examine sexual differences in a population in which females generally transfer between troops, whereas males generally remain in their natal troop (except for an adolescent period of exile). All ages and reproductive stages were represented by transferring females, but juveniles clearly predominated. Males, however, emigrated at a younger age than females. Female departures appeared to be voluntary and not the result of competition and aggression, but young males left because of aggression received while in the confines of their natal troop. During the transfer process, females appeared to move immediately between troops while males spent months as solitaries looking for vacancies. Most males, however, returned to their natal troop when a vacancy occurred. This population has more prominent female-female bonds than has been described in other populations in which females transfer. I argue that this is due to the fact that females transfer between troops with, or immediately after, their natal troop peers and maintain these relationships with each other in their chosen troop. In fact, attraction among female peers is likely to be an important factor determining the timing of transfer and eventual troop choice. Females who originally shared a common natal troop rarely use aggression against each other, groom each other more than other females, and form subunits which leave the troop for days at a time. Female-female aggression was mostly between those individuals who did not share a common natal troop. Male-male bonds are not as prominent in this population as they are in most other female-transfer populations. A recurring theme is the importance of female peer transfer in the everyday interactions of the colobus in Abuko. I suggest that this practice fosters female bonding in what has traditionally been regarded as a non-female-bonded species. This is clearly at odds with previous ideas regarding female-transfer species in general and the bonding patterns of red colobus monkeys in particular. (Abstract shortened with permission of author.).
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Title: Chimps Go Wild!
Date: 1990
Source: National Geographic World, Vol. 179, 4-9
Author(s): Carter, Janis
Abstract: Describes aspects of the Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Project
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Title: Object manipulation by wild red colobus monkeys living in the Abuko Nature Reserve, The Gambia.
Date: 1990
Source: Primates 1990 Jul Vol 31(3) 385-391
Author(s): Starin, E. D.
Abstract: Examined object manipulation and tool use among approximately 32 wild red colobus monkeys. Ss' sensorimotor skills were of particular interest because of their lack of an external thumb and precision grip. Ss manipulated objects during solitary play, social play when there was an obvious goal involved, agonistic and intimidation displays, and tug-of-war contests. Some of the object manipulation seemed to be true tool use and manufacture. Variation in the form and frequency of manipulative activities showed clear sex differences that may have related to sex differences in social behavior. Age differences were also observed. All observed cases of tool manufacture occurred at times of maximum social upheaval for the individual concerned. (PsycINFO Database Copyright 1991 American Psychological Assn, all rights reserved)
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Title: Freed From Keepers and Cages, Chimps Come of Age on Baboon Island
Date: 1988
Source: Smithsonian, Vol. 19, 36-49, [Cover Story]
Author(s): Carter, Janis
Abstract: Describes aspects of the Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Project
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Title: Outward Bound for Chimps
Date: 1987
Source: International Wildlife, Vol. 17, No. 5 (September/October 1987), 18-21
Author(s): McBride, Bunny
Abstract:
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Title: A Journey to Freedom
Date: 1981
Source: Smithsonian, Vol. 12, 90-103.
Author(s): Carter, Janis
Abstract: On a remote island in the gambia river, an American graduate student teaches captive-reared chimpanzees how to survive as wild animals.
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Title: Pirang: Ecological Investigations In a Forest Island In the Gambia
Date: 1988
Source: Stiftung Walderhaltung in Afrika, Hamburg, Germany.
Author(s): H. Ellenberg et al
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Title: Mammals of Ghana, Sierra Leone and The Gambia
Date: 1998
Source: Trendrine Press.Zennor, Cornwall, UK. ISBN: 0 9512562 4 6
Author(s): Edited by P. Grubb, TS Jones, AG Davies, E. Edberg, ED Starin and JE Hill
Abstract:
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Title: A Field Guide to Birds of The Gambia and Senegal
Date: 1997
Author(s): Barlow, Wacher and Disley
Abstract:
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Title: Prospects for Wildlife Conservation in The Gambia
Date: 1973
Source: London: Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Author(s): Parker, ISC
Abstract: A Consultant Report to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. Overseas Development Administration's Project for a Land Resource Survey of The Gambia.
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Title: Threats to the Monkeys of The Gambia
Date: 1989
Source: Oryx. 23(4): 208-214
Author(s): E. D. Starin
Abstract:
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Title: The Gambia's first forest park opens
Date: 1992
Source: Oryx. 26(2):66-67
Author(s): E. D. Starin
Abstract:
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Title: Patterns of inbreeding avoidance in Temminck's Red Colobus
Date: 2001
Source: Behaviour. 138:453-465
Author(s): E. D. Starin. 2001
Abstract:
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Title: Notes on sitatunga in The Gambia
Date: 2000
Source: Journal of African Ecology. 38: 339-342.
Author(s): E. D. Starin
Abstract:
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Title: African rock pythons (Python sebae) in the Gambia: Natural History observations and interactions with primates
Date: 1992
Source: The snake. 24:50-62.
Author(s): E. D. Starin and GM Burghardt
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Title: 'Monkey Moves' in The Primate Anthology
Date: 1998
Source:
Author(s): E. Dawn Starin
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Title: 'The Kindness of Strangers' in Primate Anthology
Date: 1998
Source: R.L.Ciochon and R.A. Nisbett. Prentice Hall, N.J. 124-128.
Author(s): E. D. Starin
Abstract:
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Title: 'Drinking observations in Temminck's Red colobus in folia
Date: 2002
Source: Primatologica. vol:73(2-3) 137-139
Author(s): E. D. Starin
Abstract:
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Title: On the trail of the green monkey
Date: February 2008
Source: The Daily Telegraph
Author(s): D. Starin
Abstract:  Article on the growing conflict between tourists and green monkeys in Bijilo Forest Park in The Gambia.

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Title: Field Guide to Wildlife of The Gambia: an introduction to common flowers and animals.
Date: 2009
Source: Siri Scientific Press, Manchester. 120 pp, 21 x 15 cm, 554 colour photos, 1 colour illustration. ISBN 978-0-9558636-1-5.
Author(s): Penney, D
Abstract: The Gambia, located on the coast of tropical West Africa supports a diverse range of habitat types, from forests to mangrove swamps. It has a rich and biodiverse biota, which for some groups such as birds and mammals is relatively well known. However, for groups such as arachnids and most insect orders very little information is available. In this relatively small volume, the author provides close-up macrophotographs and notes on the biology of more than 500 non-marine species, including those most likely to be seen by the vigilant nature lover during a short visit to the country. Many of the species represent the first records for the country and several will almost certainly be new to science. The aim is for the book to be used for identification in the field, so text has been kept to a bare minimum. It is a most for anybody with even a passing interest in wildlife of The Gambia and West Africa in general.

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