The Florida Panther: Life and Death of a Vanishing Carnivore
de David S. Maehr (Ed. Island Press) Isbn : 1559635061
37.60 € / 246.64 FF
When the first field study of the Florida panther took place in 1973, so little was known about the animal that many scientists believed it was already extinct. During more extensive research conducted from 1981 to 1986, panthers were proven to exist, but the handful of senile, anemic, and parasite-infested specimens that were captured indicated a grim future. During those early years a remarkably enduring image of the panther was born, and despite voluminous data gathered over the next decade...

A Guide to the Birds of Mexico and Northern Central America
de Steve N. G. Howell, Sophie Webb (Ed. Oxford University Press) Isbn : 0198540124
58.58 € / 384.26 FF
When Steve Howell first visited Mexico in November of 1981, he arrived armed with a strong background of birding in Britain and the Western Palearctic, and an even stronger enthusiasm for the diverse and exotic birds of Northern Central America. But he also arrived without an adequate field guide. Indeed, to his surprise, he found that relatively little was known (and even less written) about the myriad of bird species that inhabit the region stretching from the U.S.-Mexican border to...

Cold Noses and Warm Hearts: Beloved Dog Stories by Great Authors
de Laurie Morrow (Ed. Willow Creek Press) Isbn : 1572230665
20.90 € / 137.1 FF
When originally published in 1959, this marvelous collection of dog stories compiled by the late humorist Corey Ford was an immediate bestseller. For this edition, Ford selected pieces written by his friends and peers whose names appeared on the mastheads of The New Yorker, Vanity Fair, Life, and Colliers, including such greats as Thurber, Benchley, Wodehouse, White, Woollcott, and Marquis. Ford also provided balance with stories from Steinbeck, Lardner, Lawrence and others, including his own superbly poignant, original version of his classic short, The Road to Tinkhamtown. All the stories in Cold Noses and Warm Hearts share the same theme, whether underscored by humor or deep emotion: the strong, enigmatic bond between dog and master. Laurie Morrow is the official biographer of Dartmouth ...

Backyard Birding in the Northeast United States
de Elmer Waldemar Eriksson (Ed. Seven Locks Press) Isbn : 1931643040
11.15 € / 73.14 FF
When men settled on the land in the Northeast United States they cleared land and started raising crops for their families and for trade. The birds in the area thrived in this manmade environment, taking advantage of the abundance of seed and the increase in the insect population. The last thirty or so years has led to the conversion of the land from largely agrarian to a more suburban and urban environment. The result has been a substantial loss of food and shelter for the birds of the region. For the sake of birds and, in turn, for the best interest of man, it is important for homeowners to do what they can to make up for this debilitating loss. Bird feed and shelter is especially important during the brutal winter months of the Northeast when the bird's caloric intake has to increase bu...

Birds of Grand Teton: And the Surrounding Area
de Bert Raynes (Ed. Grand Teton Natural Hist Assn) Isbn : 0931895006
6.56 € / 43.03 FF
What we have here is a book that I can't categorize. But then that is to be expected. I defy anyone to categorize the author, Bert Raynes. It is a book for the browser as well as useful to the bird fanatic. More importantly, it will be most useful for the majority of us who just want to enjoy birds by learning more about new species or familiar species in different situations without the threat of cerebral overload. This book features sixty species that have obviously been carefully chosen. The featured species will give the reader a good cross section of common species, the«high profile»birds ; the unique species for which one has a good or better chance of observing in the Jackson Hole area as anywhere else in the United States ; and some of Uncle Bert's favorites. This cross section gi8...

What Is a Bird?
de Bobbie Kalman (Ed. Crabtree Publishing Company) Isbn : 0865058806
15.55 € / 102 FF
What makes birds different from other animals ? Do all birds fly ? How are the bodies of birds different ? Where do they live and how do they build their nests ? These questions are answered in this fascinating new book on what makes a bird.

Birds, Birds, Birds!
de National Wildlife Federation (Ed. Learning Triangle Press) Isbn : 0070470960
10.82 € / 70.97 FF
What makes a bird a bird ? How do birds affect our livesNand how do we affect theirs ? What is it like to fly ? Twenty-five environmentally-conscious indoor and outdoor activities fit the bill for young bird watchers. Watch youngsters take flight into the captivating world of our feathered friends as they learn about migration patterns, habitats, eggs, family life, feathers, and much more. Birds, Birds, Birds supplies all the guidance and inspiration teachers and other group leaders need to steer young minds into hands-on learning and fun. This volume is part of the newly revised NatureScope¨ education series of creative, activities-centered resource books, dedicated to inspiring in children an understanding and appreciation of the natural world, while developing the skills they will need ...

Ortho's All About Attracting Hummingbirds and Butterflies
de Ortho's (Ed. Ortho Books) Isbn : 0897214560
9.99 € / 65.53 FF
What an audience ! Millions of bird watchers, butterfly enthusiasts, and gardeners. Potential audience : 55 million bird watchers, millions of butterfly enthusiasts, and countless gardeners Explanation of anatomy, life cycle, and food requirements 15 plans for gorgeous gardens that double as friendly habitats Gallery of plants, including regional recommendations 236 photographs

Wetland Birds: Habitat Resources and Conservation Implications
de Milton W. Weller (Ed. Cambridge University Press) Isbn : 0521633265
61.79 € / 405.32 FF
Wetland birds provide us with some of nature's most wonderful sights--from vast flocks soaring overhead to newly-hatched chicks drying in the sun. Apart from their beauty and recreational and economic importance, these birds are excellent indicators of water quality and measures of biodiversity. But how do they use wetland habitats, and how can we best conserve and maintain them for the future ? Milton Weller describes the ecology of wetland birds by identifying patterns of habitat use and typical bird communities that result from the use of resources such as food, cover, and breeding sites. He integrates basic and practical information on bird/habitat relationships for researchers, landowners, managers, and avid birders alike. As wetlands continue to decline, this book will help us to und...

Wetland Birds: Habitat Resources and Conservation Implications
de Milton W. Weller (Ed. Cambridge University Press) Isbn : 0521633621
32.97 € / 216.27 FF
Wetland birds provide us with some of nature's most wonderful sights--from vast flocks soaring overhead to newly-hatched chicks drying in the sun. Apart from their beauty and recreational and economic importance, these birds are excellent indicators of water quality and measures of biodiversity. But how do they use wetland habitats, and how can we best conserve and maintain them for the future ? Milton Weller describes the ecology of wetland birds by identifying patterns of habitat use and typical bird communities that result from the use of resources such as food, cover, and breeding sites. He integrates basic and practical information on bird/habitat relationships for researchers, landowners, managers, and avid birders alike. As wetlands continue to decline, this book will help us to und...