Carnivores are among the most spectacular creatures in the natural world, and also the most feared. This book is a field guide to all 245 terrestrial species of true carnivores, from the majestic polar bear and predatory wild cats to the tiny least weasel. It features 86 color plates by wildlife artist Priscilla Barrett that depict every species and numerous subspecies, as well as about 400 line drawings of skulls and footprints. The species accounts describe key identification features, distribution and habitat, feeding ecology, behavior, social patters, reproduction and demography, status, threats, lifespan, and mortality.