“A Neotropical Companion: An Introduction to the Animals, Plants, and Ecosystems of the New World Tropics” by John C. Kricher is a comprehensive textbook published by Princeton University Press in 1989. This trade paperback book, covers a wide range of subjects in the life sciences, specifically focusing on the ecology and regional aspects of the New World Tropics. This book serves as a valuable resource for students and nature enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of the diverse wildlife, flora, and ecosystems of the neotropical region.