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...
Letter Tracing Book Handwriting Alphabet for Preschoolers Cute PANDA
by John J Dewald
Phenotypic Characterization of Animal Genetic Resources
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...
Texas Seashore Life (Pocket Naturalist Guide)
by James Kavanagh and Waterford Press
Stretching for 367 miles from Sea Rim State Park to Boca Chica State Park, the Texas coastline encompasses a variety of diverse habitats that are home to thousands of species of plants and animals. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of seashore birds, mammals, seashells, crabs and their kin, nearshore fishes and plants. It also includes a map featuring prominent wildlife-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized foldin...
"...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.
National Audubon Society sanctuaries across the United States preserve the unique combinations of plants, climates, soils, and water that endangered birds and other animals require to survive. Their success stories include the recovery of the common and snowy egrets, wood storks, Everglade kites, puffins, and sandhill cranes, to name only a few. In this book, Frosty Anderson describes the development of fifteen NAS sanctuaries from Maine to California and from the Texas coast to North Dakota. Dr...
Bella, the Wildlife Ambassador (Bella, the Wildlife Ambassador, #1)
by Katherine Dolan