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This is a natural history study on the snow leopard, one of the most elusive creatures in the world, that reads as an adventure story. It describes how the team managed to trap, radiocollar, photograph and track six of them at different times in horrendous weather conditions and terrifying terrain.

The effect of pesticides on bees is a hot topic of discussion with the current focus on neonicotinoids and the recent restrictions imposed on its use. Interest in these issues is likely to continue for the foreseeable future with the drive for increased agricultural production. This book will address the most up-to-date information and aims to present a balanced perspective of this much-debated topic with contributors from academia, industry and government. Coverage of issues related to toxicity...

This conference represents the first time in my life when I felt it was a misfor tune, rather than a major cause of my happiness, that I do conservation work in New Guinea. Yes, it is true that New Guinea is a fascinating microcosm, it has fascinating birds and people, and it has large expanses of undisturbed rainforest. In the course of my work there, helping the Indonesian government and World Wildlife Fund set up a comprehensive national park system, I have been able to study animals in areas...

This practical pocket guide, published in association with the Wildlife Trusts, includes more than 190 species of animal and plant that inhabit still-water bodies such as ponds, pools and small lakes in northern Europe. Each species account includes accurate artworks and concise descriptions outlining essential details such as size, habitat, ecology and distribution in Britain and the near Continent. A vast number of species occurs in these habitats, so the guide selectively pictures and d...

As people come to understand more about animals' inner lives-the intricacies of their thoughts and the emotions that are expressed every day by whales and cows, octopus and mice, even bees-we feel a growing compassion, a desire to better their lives. But how do we translate this compassion into helping other creatures, both those that are and are not our pets? Bringing together the latest science with heartfelt storytelling, Animals' Best Friends reveals the opportunities we have in everyday lif...

These guidelines on Phenotypic characterisation of animal genetic resources address Strategic Priority Area 1 of the Global Plan of Action - ""Characterisation, inventory and monitoring of trends and associated risks"". They offer advice on how to conduct a well-targeted and cost-effective phenotypic characterisation study that contributes to the improvement of animal genetic resources management in the context of country-level implementation of the GPA. An overview of the concepts and approache...

"...includes: Beautifully photographed directory of wildlife friendly plants; Helpful step-by-step projects for planting, pruning and dividing; Extended backflap with a guide to the symbols used throughout the book. Many of these plants are perfect for use in small spaces, such as a patio, terrace or window box."--from publisher description.