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Mark O'Shea is professor of herpetology at the University of Wolverhampton. He has presented numerous television series focused on snakes for the Discovery Channel, ITV, and the BBC; run a variety of herpetological field projects for the Royal Geographical Society, Operation Raleigh, and Discovery Expeditions; and conducted snakebite research in collaboration with the universities of Oxford, Liverpool, Melbourne, and Adelaide. His many books include...
583) Coral Reef
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Dive into the ocean, explore the colorful coral reef, and learn about the sea animals who call it home in this amazing picture book.
The ocean is a magical place with so much to see. So, grab your snorkel and swim around a beautiful coral reef where you'll discover all the amazing sea creatures who live there! From hermit crabs, fish, and eels to sea horses, octopuses, dolphins, and so much more, this picture book lets you peek inside while learning...
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Roger F. Pasquier, a lifelong birder, has had a career with the International Council for Bird Conservation, the Environmental Defense Fund, and the National Audubon Society, and is currently an associate in the Department of Ornithology at the American Museum of Natural History. His many books include Watching Birds and Masterpieces of Bird Art.
How birds have evolved and adapted to survive winter
Birds in Winter is the first book devoted to the...
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A CONSERVATIONIST'S DEEPLY PERSONAL AND FASCINATING REFLECTION ON OWNING AND REVITALIZING A FARM IN RURAL FRANCE
A Sting in the Tale, Dave Goulson's account of a lifetime studying bees, was a powerful call to arms for nature lovers everywhere. Brilliantly reviewed, it was shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson Prize for the best nonfiction book of the year, and debuted the already renowned conservationist's ability to charm and educate, and tell an absorbing...
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Jeffrey E. Lovich is a research ecologist with the U.S. Geological Survey, Southwest Biological Science Center. His books include two editions of Turtles of the United States and Canada. Whit Gibbons is professor emeritus of ecology at the University of Georgia and former head of the Environmental Outreach and Education program at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory. His books include Snakes of the Eastern United States. The species of turtle Graptemys...
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Have you ever wondered what your cat is saying?
Cats do not meow randomly, nor do they growl or hiss because they have nothing better to do. Cat sounds have a purpose, and they can carry important messages, whether for us or other cats.
Susanne Schötz is hard at work on breaking the cat code. She is a professor at Lund University in Sweden, where a long-standing research program is proving that cats do actually use vocal communication-with...
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Remarkable new discoveries affirm the octopus as one of nature's most intelligent and complex animals.
This new book-written by the beloved author of the international bestseller The Soul of an Octopus and enhanced with vivid National Geographic photography-brings us closer than ever to these elusive creatures.
The companion to the highly-anticipated National Geographic television special, this beautifully illustrated book explores the alluring...
590) Birds of Belize
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With nearly six hundred identified species of birds-and an average of five "new" species discovered annually-Belize is becoming a birding hotspot for amateur and professional birders from around the globe. Thousands of birders visit the country each year to enjoy Belize's amazing abundance and variety of both temperate and tropical birds in natural habitats that remain largely unspoiled. But until now, despite the growing need for an authoritative...
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A lively, rich natural history of Hawaiian birds that challenges existing ideas about what constitutes biocultural nativeness and belonging
This natural history takes readers on a thousand-year journey as it explores the Hawaiian Islands' beautiful birds and a variety of topics including extinction, evolution, survival, conservationists and their work, and, most significantly, the concept of belonging. Author Daniel Lewis, an award-winning historian...
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Get the New Edition of Alabama's Best-Selling Bird Guide
Learn to identify birds in Alabama and make bird-watching even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela's famous field guide, bird identification is simple and informative. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don't live in your area. This book features 146 species of Alabama birds organized by color for ease of use. Do you see a yellow bird and don't know what it is? Go...
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What type of mouse plays football? A field mouse. This book is filled with fun jokes, limericks, tongue twisters, and knock-knock jokes that will make readers squeal in delight. They'll read fascinating facts about mice, moles, gophers, and other small animals. They'll also learn how to create their own book of silly limericks.
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Get the New Edition of Kentucky's Best-Selling Bird Guide
Learn to identify birds in Kentucky and make bird-watching even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela's famous field guide, bird identification is simple and informative. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don't live in your area. This book features 118 species of Kentucky birds organized by color for ease of use. Do you see a yellow bird and don't know what it is?...
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Nature author Marianne Taylor's The Animal Mind is a fascinating exploration of animal intelligence and emotion, with thought-provoking essays, surprising insights, and breathtaking images by leading photographers Joel Sartore, Melissa Groo, Peter Delaney, and others.
We are only beginning to understand the ways in which the animal mind is as complex as our own. A prairie dog's vocal language is now the most sophisticated ever decoded, but their...
596) Bugs
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Introduce children to 10 fascinating insects and bugs through this bug-themed board book.
Children are never too young to begin learning about and appreciating nature. That's the idea behind the Nature Baby series of board books, and it's exemplified in Nature Baby: Bugs. Ideal for your family's youngest nature lovers, ages 0–5, the board book utilizes full-color photography and short, simple text to showcase 10 types of creepy-crawlies.
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Introduce Bird Watching to a New Generation of Birders
Stan Tekiela's famous Birds of Georgia Field Guide has been delighting bird watchers for years. Now, the award-winning author has written the perfect bird identification guide for children! The Kids' Guide to Birds of Georgia features 87 of the most common and important birds to know, with species organized by color for ease of use. Do you see a yellow bird and don't know what it is? Go to the...
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The Essential Guide for Bearded Dragon Pet Owners
Bearded dragons are the true charmers of the reptile pet world.
Hardy, happy and easy-going, clean and very quiet, it's easy to see why they've become such popular pets!
Beardies are interesting to meet and fun to know. They can also be fairly easy to care for if you know what you're doing, when, why and exactly how to do it.
Sadly, there's a lot of confusion among new owners about good, bearded dragon...
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With fun activities for the whole family, like building a birdhouse and preparing your own bird food, this is a must-have beginner's guide to bird watching in the Lone Star State! Stan Tekiela’s famous Birds of Texas Field Guide has been delighting bird watchers for years. Now, the award-winning author has written the perfect bird identification guide for children! The Kids’ Guide to Birds of Texas features: 90 of the most common and important...
600) A Wilder Kingdom
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Zoos have always had a troubled relationship to what is considered the "real" wild. Even the most immersive and naturalistic zoos, critics maintain, are inherently contrived and inauthentic environments. Zoo animals' diet, care, and reproduction are under pervasive human control, with natural phenomena like disease and death kept mostly hidden from public view. Furthermore, despite their growing commitment to conservation and education, zoos are entertainment...
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