Wildlife: mammals: general interest Books
Great Northern Books Ltd For The Love Of Bears
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£21.25
Gallic Books Green Lion
Book SynopsisWhen a lion at a breeding park mauls an old school friend of his, Con must step in as the keeper of Sekhmet, the last remaining black-maned lioness in the world. In a Cape Town where fences keep people and wildlife apart, park officials and investors fret about their flagship big-cat project. And while Con grows steadily more bonded to his enigmatic charge, a cult of animal lovers seek to claim her as their own.Trade Review'Rose-Innes is a writer almost in the Virginia Woolf mould - lateral of mind and poetic in her style of narration.' Sunday Times (SA); 'I love Henrietta Rose-Innes' work. With plotlines that are wittily subversive and language that is whippet-lean, it is long overdue for discovery by a wider readership.' Patrick Gale
£8.54
Yellow Pear Press The Pride of a Lion: What the Animal Kingdom Can
Book SynopsisWhat One Pride Can Teach Us About Survival, Fear, and Family#1 New Release in Biology of Cats, Lions & TigersDiscover the true survival story of how K’wasi the lion cub overcame unimaginable odds, was saved and nurtured by his adopted mother and family, fathered his own son Atlas, and grew into a magnificent star of Lion Country Safari.Documented by Ron Magill. K’wasi’s story is told by world renowned wildlife expert, photographer, and Zoo Miami’s “Goodwill Ambassador”, Ron Magill who documented and photographed every stage of K’wasi’s remarkable roller coaster life.A survival story of grit and resilience. The story of K’wasi the lion cub is one of heartbreak, adoption, fear, and family. He was born to his mother Asha at Zoo Miami in late 2013 and gained nationwide attention as an incredibly cute lion cub. In March 2014, he was orphaned when his mother Asha tragically died. K’wasi’s remarkable journey takes him from the untimely death of his mother to redefining what it means to be in a pride, and most importantly, what it means to have a family.Animals have feelings too. Society has only recently accepted the incredible emotional intelligence of dogs, pigs, and chimpanzees. But through K’wasi’s remarkable story, Ron Magill details how evolved the animal kingdom truly is—lions in particular. Funny, engaging, touching, and thrilling, The Pride of a Lion teaches us about family, resilience, and the meaning of life.In Ron Magill’s book find pictures captured during the many challenges K’wasi faced and overcame: As a young cub When his father and uncle fought over Asha his mother Being supplemented with milk because his mother did not produce enough When Jabare attacked and could have ended K’wasi’s life, until Kashifa his adopted mother saved him If you are a fan of The Lion King, or have read The Lion Tracker’s Guide to Life, The Soul of an Octopus, or The Good Good Pig, you will love Ron Magill’s The Pride of a Lion. Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1 - A Miracle Chapter 2 - Only SonChapter 3 - A Mother and her SisterChapter 4 - K'Wasi's Last DayChapter 5 - ProtectionChapter 6 - Adoption Chapter 7 - Sibling Rivalries Chapter 8 - Not My FamilyChapter 9 - Facing DeathChapter 10 - The Perfect Mother and the Perfect SisterChapter 11 - Pride of a LionAfterword
£17.59
Pan Macmillan The Elephant Whisperer: Learning About Life, Loyalty and Freedom From a Remarkable Herd of Elephants
A moving account of one man's race to save a herd of elephants – with unforgettable characters and exotic wildlife, The Elephant Whisperer is an enthralling book that will appeal to animal lovers and adventurous souls everywhere.When South African conservationist Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a herd of 'rogue' elephants on his Thula Thula game reserve in Zululand, his common sense told him to refuse. But he was the herd's last chance of survival – dangerous and unpredictable, they would be killed if Anthony wouldn't take them in.As Anthony risked his life to create a bond with the troubled elephants and persuade them to stay on his reserve, he came to realize what a special family they were, from the wise matriarch Nana, who guided the herd, to her warrior sister Frankie, always ready to see off any threat, and their children who fought so hard to survive.
£10.44
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Hedgehog Handbook
Book Synopsis'Wonderful' Yorkshire Times 'Not just a celebration of these enigmatic creatures, but also a timely alarm bell about their shrinking numbers' The Lady 'Just about every hedgehog fact you could wish to know' Northern Echo Hedgehogs, with their quiet determination and bristling, bumbling ways, are one of the most enduring symbols of the countryside and town gardens. The Hedgehog Handbook explores different facets of this enigmatic and much-admired mammal – from its eating and sleeping habits to its literary heritage and how we can help preserve this icon of rural life. Packed with inspirational quotes, entertaining facts, folklore and literary references, it's the perfect gift for anyone with a penchant for prickles.Trade ReviewWonderful... A responsible perspective on animal conservation is underwritten by presentation of the shocking facts' * Yorkshire Times *Just about every hedgehog fact you could wish to know * Northern Echo *Not just a celebration of these enigmatic creatures, but also a timely alarm bell about their shrinking numbers * The Lady *One of our favourite books of the year * Yorkshire Post *
£9.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Handbook of Whales Dolphins and Porpoises
Book Synopsis''Everyone who loves the sea and what''s in it should own this book.'' - Bill BrysonFrom the blue whale to the Indo-Pacific finless porpoise, this handbook is the most comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date reference to each of the world's 90 species of cetaceans. With more than 1,000 meticulous and specially commissioned illustrations complete with flukes, blows and dive sequences it includes detailed annotations pointing out significant field marks, as well as extensive distribution and migration maps.Many of the world's most respected whale biologists have collaborated on the text, helping to provide the ultimate guide to the identification, distribution, behaviour, life history and conservation of every species and subspecies of whale, dolphin and porpoise. This is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in these truly spectacular animals.Trade ReviewA dazzling and epic achievement. Everyone who loves the sea and what's in it should own this book. -- Bill BrysonThe essential guide to cetacean identification for many years to come. * Conservation Biology *Table of ContentsHow to use this book The challenges of identification Introduction to the 14 cetacean families Information for working at sea Cetacean topography Barnacles to whale lice Quick ID Guides Bow-riding dolphins and porpoises Identifying whales by their flukes Identifying whales by their blows North Atlantic Ocean South Atlantic Ocean North Pacific Ocean South Pacific Ocean Indian Ocean Southern Ocean Right and bowhead whales (family Balaenidae) Pygmy right whale (family Neobalaeidae) Grey whale (family Eschrichtiidae) Rorquals (family Balaenopteridae) Sperm whales (families Physeteridae, Kogiidae) Narwhal and beluga (family Monodontidae) Beaked whales (family Ziphiidae) Blackfish (family Dolphinidae) Shorter-beaked oceanic dolphins (family Delphinidae) Longer-beaked oceanic dolphines (family Delphinidae) River dolphins (families Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, Lipotidae) Porpoises (family Phocoenidae) Caring for whales, dolphins and porpoises Glossary Species checklist Conversion units Sources and resources Artists' biographies Acknowledgements Image credits
£31.50
Pan Macmillan Born Free
Book SynopsisJoy Adamson was a pioneer in the field of conservation. With her husband George, senior game warden in a huge area of the northern frontier province of Kenya, she established one of the world's first wild animal appeals. Now the Elsa Conservation Trust, it operates an education, training and wildlife retreat centre at the Adamsons' former home of Elsamere, on the shores of Lake Naivasha.
£9.49
Whittet Books Ltd Pine Martens
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£18.00
Faber & Faber Boobies
Book SynopsisA cheeky celebration of boobies! Nancy Vo's latest creation is fresh and funny, while serving up just the right amount of fact.
£7.59
Remembering Wildlife Remembering Elephants
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£45.00
Remembering Wildlife Remembering Lions
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£45.00
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Mammals of Iberia
Book SynopsisThe definitive photographic guide to the mammals of Spain, Portugal and the Balearic Islands.With rushing rivers, steep mountains, and a rich variety of forests, the Iberian Peninsula is home to a wealth of wildlife. Over recent years, areas of conservation and rewilding have seen mammals such as the Grey Wolf and the endemic Iberian Ibex and Iberian Lynx thrive, making it an increasingly popular destination for ecotourists. Written by celebrated wildlife photographer Carlos Bocos Gonzalez and naturalist James Lowen, this guide covers all 99 terrestrial and aerial mammal species resident in the region. Each species account includes concise details on the animal's behaviour, habitat and activity periods, as well as full colour photographs and descriptions of key features to aid accurate identification. Practical guidance for finding wildlife is also provided, including an overview of some of the best locations, seven recommended mammalwatching itineraries and i
£17.09
HarperCollins Publishers Platypus Matters The Extraordinary Story of
Book SynopsisWinner of the Whitley Award for Best Natural History Book 2022A compelling, funny, first-hand account of Australia''s wonderfully unique mammals and how our perceptions impact their future. Think of a platypus: they lay eggs (that hatch into so-called platypups), they produce milk without nipples and venom without fangs and they can detect electricity. Or a wombat: their teeth never stop growing, they poo cubes and they defend themselves with reinforced rears. Platypuses, possums, wombats, echidnas, devils, kangaroos, quolls, dibblers, dunnarts, kowaris: Australia has some truly astonishing mammals with incredible, unfamiliar features. But how does the world regard these creatures? And what does that mean for their conservation?In Platypus Matters, naturalist Jack Ashby shares his love for these often-misunderstood animals. Informed by his own experiences meeting living marsupials and egg-laying mammals on fieldwork in Tasmania and mainland Australia, as well as his work with thousandsTrade Review‘Charming, informative … a marvellous read’ Tim Flannery, New York Review of Books ‘Ashby reveals marvellous creatures, and the mysteries and myths surrounding them’ BBC Wildlife magazine ‘Ashby’s spirited tour of the Australian bestiary is a revelation to readers unfamiliar with the intricacies of platypus biology, and unacquainted with nabarleks, dunnarts and other indigenous Australian fauna.’ Natural History ‘Building on his considerable scientific knowledge and decades of field experience, Ashby immerses readers in all things platypus … A must-read for any mammal nerd or Aussie wildlife enthusiast.’ Nature Conservancy's Cool Green Science ‘An engaging natural (and enraging colonial) history’ Washington Independent Review of Books ‘From platypuses and possums, through wombats, echidnas, devils and kangaroos, to quolls, dibblers, dunnarts and kowaris, Ashby knows them all; and he guides his readers on a tour of their lives, their evolutionary stories and the challenges they face in the modern world.’ The Well-read Naturalist ‘Fascinating … This is wonderfully dorky stuff … A persistently, defiantly upbeat book, downright infused with Ashby’s scientific exuberance’ Open Letters Review ‘Keen to overturn the warped, colonial perception that monotremes (e.g. platypuses and echidnas) and marsupials are more primitive than other mammal species, the zoologist author who runs Cambridge's Natural History Museum takes us on a tour of the fauna of Australia in all their glory …Engaging and entertaining’ Bookseller ‘This is a compelling, funny, firsthand account of our wonderfully unique mammals and how our perceptions of them impact their future.’ Australian Geographic ‘Ashby has an infectious enthusiasm for Aussie marsupials and monotremes’ West Australian ‘Written in a lively, conversational style and drawing on decades of fieldwork, this is a beguiling portrait of our unique fauna.’ Sydney Morning Herald
£9.49
Remembering Wildlife Remembering African Wild Dogs
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£42.75
Amber Books Ltd Horses
Book SynopsisFrom the Azteca to the Appaloosa, Choctaw to the Palomina, Brumbys in Australia to the Mongolian, from rare breeds such as the Polish Konik to the semi-feral Pyrenean Pottok, Horses celebrates a wide variety of breeds from all around the world. Ranging from dressage to police horses, from racing horses to rodeo and polo, the book looks at the anatomy and lifecycle of foals and yearlings, colts and fillies, stallions, mares and geldings around the globe. It includes draft horses and warmbloods, light horses and thoroughbreds, gaited horses, ponies and breeds that have become feral. Each photograph is accompanied by a caption with fascinating information about the characteristics of each breed. Illustrated with 200 outstanding colour photographs, Horses is an exquisitely produced work packed with lively information about this beloved animal.Table of ContentsIntroduction Types of Horses Horse Anatomy Working Horses Young Horses Wild & Feral Horses Breeds featured include: Akhal-Teke American Quarter American Saddlebred Andalusian Appaloosa Arabian Ardennes Azteca Balikun Basque Mountain Belgian (Brabant) Boerperd Brandenburger Brumby Camarillo White Camargue Campolina Canadian Pacer Caspian Choctaw Cleveland Bay Dutch Draft Friesian Haflinger Irish Draft Jeju Kazakh Knabstrup Konik Lipizzaner Mallorquin Marwari Mérens Mongolian Morgans Mountain Pleasure Mustang Nez Perce Nokota Norwegian Fjord Orlov Trotter Palomino Pampa Paso Fino Persano Pottok Przewalski’s – the only remaining true wild horse subspecies Quarter Horse Rocky Mountain Horse Russian Don Schleswig Coldblood Shetland Pony Shire Horse Soviet Heavy Draft Swedish Ardennes Taishū Tennessee Walking Thoroughbred Trait du Nord
£9.49
Remembering Wildlife Remembering Leopards
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£47.02
Penguin Random House South Africa Stuarts’ Field Guide to Larger Mammals of Africa
Book SynopsisOf the more than 5,500 mammals species worldwide, at least 1,200 occur in Africa. Stuarts’ Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Africa concentrates on the more visible and easily distinguished larger species, as well as some of the more frequently seen smaller mammals. This new edition has been extensively revised, expanded and redesigned and includes: the most recent research and taxonomy, revised distribution maps and many new images, colour-coded grouping of orders, size icons, detailed descriptions of each species, offering insight into key identification characters, typical behaviour, preferred habitat, food choice, reproduction and longevity, whales and dolphins now featured too. Sales points: text extensively updated, now includes marine mammals of the region, reflects latest changes in taxonomy, including many new species, fresh new design, all distribution maps revised.
£24.27
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Bats of Britain and Europe
Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to the bats of Britain and Europe.This concise and definitive guide presents all 45 bat species that regularly occur in Europe (of which 17 are known to breed in the British Isles). The extensive introduction details the remarkable biology of bats and explores the latest findings in bat evolution, behaviour and echolocation.This is followed by in-depth species accounts covering life history, conservation status and identification, including echolocation characteristics, and complemented by accurate distribution maps, with the book illustrated throughout with superb colour photography.- Allows identification of families, genera and where possible species of all European bats- Illustrated throughout with almost 700 colour photographs- Packed with information on bat behaviour, ecology and conservationSuitable for beginners, students, professionals or conservationists alike, Bats of Britain and Europe is the authoritative field guide for bat watchers an Trade ReviewThe information presented is largely accessible to anyone with an interest in bat biology, conservation and natural history. * National Speleological Society *The information presented is largely accessible to anyone with an interest in bat biology, conservation and natural history. * CHOICE magazine *Table of ContentsBats - the mystery begins Bat roosts Tracking bats Detecting bats Identification of bats The bat species Introduction to the species accounts Fruit bats Pteropodidae Horseshoe bats Rhinolophidae Vesper or plain-nosed bats Vespertilionidae Bent-winged bats Miniopteridae Free-tailed bats Molossidae Glossary Bibliography The genera of European bats
£25.50
John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of India
Book SynopsisA Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of India is an introductory, easy-to-use identification guide to 200 mammal species most commonly seen in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Compact and fact-filled, it is perfect for resident and visitor alike. This new 2nd edition includes updated taxonomy and many new images. High quality photographs from India's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers the early study of mammals in India, types of habitat, and details of orders and families. Also included is an up-to-date checklist of all of the mammals of India encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific name, and its global IUCN status.
£11.69
Yale University Press Beastly Britain An Animal History
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£22.50
Chronicle Books Como te Llamas
Book SynopsisSome mornings are Claire mornings. Allyn, we know just how you feel...A funny book of llama illustrations by artist Kristin Llamas (her real name) with personality-rich portraits of named llamas, penned in a realistic and humorous black-and-white style.Amusing, endearingly modern quips and names lend personality to each llama drawing.• Finely detailed black and white illustrations of llamas• An adorable collection of super-relatable llama portraits• A sweet gift book that allows you to find a llama with your nameFans of Llamanoes, Have a Little Pun, and Llive, Llaugh, Llove Llike a Llama will love this book. • Llama fans• Animal lovers • Anyone who appreciates modern humor
£9.89
Whittet Books Ltd Polecats
Book SynopsisThe polecat's recovery in Britain is one of the least celebrated wildlife success stories of recent times, probably because it has done it discreetly and all by itself with no active human involvement. Our spirits have been lifted by the carefully managed reintroduction of red kites, the nocturnal polecat has slipped back under the radar.
£16.14
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Beasts Before Us
Book SynopsisFor most of us, the story of mammal evolution starts after the asteroid impact that killed the dinosaurs, but over the last 20 years scientists have uncovered new fossils and used new technologies that have upended this story. In Beasts Before Us, palaeontologist Elsa Panciroli charts the emergence of the mammal lineage, Synapsida, beginning at their murky split from the reptiles in the Carboniferous period, over three hundred million years ago. They made the world theirs long before the rise of dinosaurs. Travelling forward into the Permian and then Triassic periods, we learn how our ancient mammal ancestors evolved from large hairy beasts with accelerating metabolisms to exploit miniaturisation, which was key to unlocking the traits that define mammals as we now know them. Elsa criss-crosses the globe to explore the sites where discoveries are being made and meet the people who make them. In Scotland, she traverses the desert dunes of prehistoric Moray, where quarry workers unearthTrade ReviewSmart, passionate and seditious * The New York Times Book Review *A pioneering study … If you thought it all began with the extinction of the non-bird dinosaurs … think again. * Nature *Under Ms. Panciroli’s adroit tutelage, the Carboniferous and Permian (pre-dinosaur) periods are brought to life … she regularly enlivens this surprisingly readable book with quick and often humorous observations. * The Wall Street Journal *Fascinating ... filled with as many weird and wonderful creatures as any reptilian tale ... there's much here to intrigue. * Geographical *Provides a fascinating and uplifting look at the resilience of life on this planet, through the lens of how mammals came to be. * Writer's Voice *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1: Isle of Mists and Lagoons 2: A Thoroughly Modern Platypus 3: Like a Hole in the Head 4: The First Age of Mammals 5: Hot-blooded Hunters 6: A Total Disaster 7: Milk Tooth 8: Digital Bones 9: Chinese Revelations 10: Time of Revolt 11: The Journey Home Epilogue: Triumph of the Little Guy Acknowledgements Notes Bibliography Index
£12.34
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Animal
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£32.00
Remembering Wildlife Remembering Cheetahs
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£45.00
Scholastic The Christmas Pine CBB
Book SynopsisA stunning book for Christmas, written in Julia Donaldson's perfect, heartfelt rhyme, now as a chunky board book for little ones!
£7.59
Pegasus Books Elephants in the Hourglass
Book SynopsisA moving and adventure-filled tale of one woman’s quest for the truth about endangered Asian elephants and their evolving relationship with humans. Delving deep into an intricate web of unlikely heroes, power struggles, and living legends, Elephants in the Hourglass takes readers on an extraordinary journey of discovery. In her extraordinary narrative debut, Kim Frank blends personal narrative, vivid descriptions, and meticulous research as she illuminates the ways we seek to survive on our rapidly changing planet. Like Jane Goodall or Dian Fossey before her, Kim is a female adventurer who found her life completely changed as she was drawn deeper and deeper into the plight of a remarkable animal. For Kim, once she learned about the unique plight of the elephants in North India, she was unable to rest until she had learned more. This was a world totally unknown to her. Up until that point, she was an ordinary middle-class mom. After a fraugh
£21.71
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Pocket Nature Wildlife of Britain and Ireland
Book SynopsisIdentifying wildlife in Britain and Ireland is quick and easy with this complete practical field guide to the animals, plants, and fungi of the British Isles.The pocket-sized format means Pocket Nature Wildlife of Britain and Ireland is perfectly portable and ideal for slipping into your rucksack while rambling, or popping into the glove compartment for trips further afield. Packed with in-situ photography and text written by wildlife experts, this indispensable book covers everything from trees, wild flowers, and fungi to wild animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and insects.The key features of this beautiful book to British and Irish wildlife includes: - Close-up photography shows key details and highlights distinguishing features, making it easy to identify species.- Each entry includes at-a-glance facts for quick reference.- Simple graphics provide information on scale and silhouette shape to aid quick identification.-Distribution maps provide a quick and easy guide to the best areas to spot each speciesThis nature book is organized into groups that are easily understood and recognized by the complete novice. Coverage is comprehensive, with more than 1,000 species included. Each entry comprises a prominent photo of the subject for identification, supporting photos that show important details or variations, and a data panel to summarize key facts consistently. A simple text profile picks out the most useful details to aid accurate identification and provides interesting background information. Maps show you where you can expect to find a species, so you can plan your spotting and make the most of your surroundings, whether you are on a holiday browse or serious quest.From the Hummingbird Hawk-moth to the False Deathcap fungus, Pocket Nature Wildlife of Britain and Ireland is the ideal family guide to wildlife in the British Isles.
£15.29
Little, Brown Book Group Deer Man
Book SynopsisThe astonishing, true account of one man''s quest to immerse himself in nature and live with wild deer for seven years.''Haunting, remarkable and ultimately very moving'' Sunday Times''A story of extraordinary power and tenderness'' Charles Foster''A startling portrait of an animal that is both familiar to us and yet shockingly misunderstood'' GuardianGeoffroy Delorme never felt he fitted into the human world. He would often disappear into the woods, drawn to the rhythms of animal life and away from the rules of a society he did not understand. One night, an encounter with a deer changed his life: from then on, he knew he wanted to live among them. In Deer Man, Delorme describes becoming a creature of the forest, working to blend in with the deer and witnessing their births and deaths, loves and battles, ostracism and friendship. In his seventh year in the forest, Delorme meets a woman walking through the trees. He knows he can stay in the forest and die with his friends - or he can leave, and speak their truth to a human world that desperately needs to hear it.Trade ReviewA story of extraordinary power and tenderness, showing that intimate relationship with the wild world and the wild self is both possible and vital. Delorme is the best possible guide through the tangle of the woods and the tangle of the psyche. Deer Man will change you. It has the distinctive scent of an enduring classic. -- Charles Foster, author of Being a Beast and Being a Human'An extraordinary, unique story about how one man connected to the natural world in the 21st century * Northern Life *Haunting, remarkable and ultimately very moving * Sunday Times *A startling portrait of an animal that is both familiar to us and yet shockingly misunderstood... it is a delightful, moving read - and a quietly revolutionary one. -- Melanie Challenger * Guardian *Some deeply eccentric books have crossed my path in my time, but this one probably takes the biscuit . . . This is a lyrical, rather lovely book by a talented writer. -- Marcus Berkmann * Daily Mail *Deer Man conveys an intense sympathy for the animals and has passages of real beauty... It also has the special evocativeness of tales of time in the wild that take place close to ordinary life -- Peter Godfrey-Smith * Times Literary Supplement *
£10.44
Vintage Publishing A Life in Nature: Or How to Catch a Mole
Book SynopsisA captivating, life-affirming memoir of a life in nature that celebrates finding wonder in our world. 'A wonderful book... It has taught me a lot. I feel great love for it' MAX PORTERAt the age of sixteen, Marc Hamer left home with only a rucksack and started walking. By day, he observed the animals and birds. By night, he slept under hedges, in woodlands and on riverbanks. It was the beginning of a life in nature.Years later, now working as a gardener and mole-catcher in the Welsh countryside, Marc tells of the experiences that have shaped him and of the wonders that he encounters each day. He considers, too, the fascinating ways of the mole and the myths that surround this curious creature.This beautiful, meditative book explores what nature can teach us about ourselves and our search for contentment. It is a celebration of living peacefully and finding joy in the world around us.'It is rare to encounter such respect and understanding of nature' Rosamund Young, author of The Secret Life of Cows** Longlisted for The Wainwright Prize 2019 **(Published in hardback as How to Catch a Mole)Trade ReviewIn lyrical prose, Hamer revealed a curious kinship with moles - creatures who, like him, often work alone. Like Laurie Lee, Hamer is an elegist, attracted to what's beautiful precisely because it's poised to pass away. * Washington Post *From the first few words I knew I had encountered loving honesty and no one needs more than that. It is rare to encounter such respect and understanding of nature for herself. -- Rosamund Young, author of The Secret Life of CowsHow To Catch A Mole is a beguiling mixture: part autobiography, part handbook, part travel book, part philosophical treatise. I’m happy to report that it succeeds on each level -- Craig Brown * Mail on Sunday *Not only a compelling meditation on the 'little gentleman in black velvet'…but also a fascinating, lyrical account of the loneliness and beauty of life on the margins, a memoir of vagrancy * Times Literary Supplement *This is a wonderful book about our relationship with the earth, with other animals and with our own troubled humanity. It has taught me a lot. I feel great love for it. -- Max Porter
£11.69
Amber Books Ltd Cats: A Celebration of our Feline Friends
Book SynopsisWhy do cats purr? How much can you learn about a cat’s mood from the direction it flicks its tail? How do cats show trust with their eyes? Why do cats rub against their owners’ legs? Arranged in chapters covering physical characteristics, senses, lifecycle and behaviour, Cats features a huge range of breeds from all around the world. From Siamese to Russian Blue, Manx to American Bobtail, Burmese to Bombay, the book expertly explores and celebrates this most beloved pet. With fascinating captions on every page, even cat lovers will learn something new. Cats is a brilliant examination in 150 outstanding colour photographs.Table of ContentsContents to include Introduction PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Size, skeleton, skull, ambulation, claws SENSES Vision, hearing, smell, taste, whiskers, balance LIFECYCLE Reproduction, kittens, litters, maturity BEHA VIOUR Sociability, grooming, feeding, hunting fighting, playing, communication BREEDS FEATURED INCLUDE: Abyssinian American Bobtail American Curl Balinese Bengal Birman Exotic Shorthair Cat Manx American Shorthair American Curl Chartreux Bengal Cat Japanese Bobtail Russian Blue Cat Korat Burmese Bombay Singapura Ocicat California spangled cat Snowshoe cat Cornish Rex Cat Devon Rex Sphinx Cat Selkirk Rex Siamese Cat Tonkinese Oriental Shorthair Cat Havana Brown Cat Egyptian Mau Cat Persian Birman Turkish Angora Cat Turkish Van Cat Maine Coon Norwegian Forest Ragdoll Siberian
£16.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Field Guide to Whales Dolphins and Porpoises
Book SynopsisPractical and portable, this is the ultimate field guide to the world''s cetaceans.This outstanding new field guide to whales, dolphins and porpoises is the most comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date guide to these popular mammals. With more than 500 accurate and detailed illustrations complete with detailed annotations pointing out the most significant field marks this new field guide covers all 93 species and every subspecies in the world.Many of the world''s most respected whale biologists have collaborated on the concise text, which is packed with helpful identification tips from cetacean expert, Mark Carwardine. Mark''s informative text is accompanied by up-to-date distribution maps for each species. Beautifully designed, to ensure critical information is quickly accessible, this is an indispensable resource that every whale-watcher will want to carry out to sea.Table of ContentsHow to use this book The challenges of identification Cetacean topography Quick ID guides Right and bowhead whales Pygmy right whale Grey whale Rorquals Sperm whales Narwhal and beluga Beaked whales Blackfish Shorter-beaked oceanic dolphins Longer-beaked oceanic dolphins River dolphins Porpoises Caring for whales, dolphins and porpoises Glossary Species checklist Sources and resources Artists' biographies Image credits Acknowledgements Index
£18.70
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC RSPB Spotlight Hedgehogs
Book SynopsisRSPB Spotlight: Hedgehogs is packed with eye-catching, informative colour photos, and features succinct and detailed text written by a knowledgeable naturalist.Much loved - but about to be lost? The Hedgehog regularly tops polls of the UK's favourite animal, yet numbers in our countryside have halved this century. Generations of children have been captivated by Beatrix Potter's The Tale of Mrs Tiggy-Winkle, though our complex and contradictory relationship with the Hedgehog is also characterised by persecution and death. This unmistakable, spiny mammal is a gardener's best friend', but one that we rarely see alive and in our midst.In Spotlight: Hedgehogs, James Lowen reveals what a Hedgehog is and how it lives, unveiling the secrets of its lifestyle, such as foraging and hibernating, rolling into a ball and building a nest. He also investigates the relationship between Hedgehogs and people from film and fun to conservation and crisps and offers practical aTrade ReviewProfusely illustrated, and written in an informal, engaging style ... it manages to tell you just about everything you could possibly want to know about hedgehogs, including in many cases how surprisingly little we know -- Ken Thompson * British Ecological Society's 'The Niche' magazine *Table of ContentsMeet the Hedgehogs Bodywork Breeding and Growth Home, Habits and Food (Anti)social Life Threats and Conservation Hedgehogs and People Hedgehogs in Culture How to See Hedgehogs Glossary Acknowledgements Further Reading Resources Image Credits Index
£11.69
Sandstone Press Ltd The Secret Life of the Otter
Book SynopsisAmong the most popular and endearing of Britain's wild creatures, otters inhabit not only the full length of the British and Irish coasts but also many river systems and lochs. Formerly hunted almost to extinction, they are one of conservation's great success stories. In The Secret Life of the Otter, Andy Howard opens their lives to us with a perfect combination of words and images: how they hunt, the beauty of their movement, fierce battles over territory, and how they raise their young. From the Scottish Highlands to Vancouver Island, Andy's stunning photography will amaze and enlighten.Trade Review'In this glittering collection of intimate portraits, Andy Howard brings us closer to the lives of wild otters than any casual observer could ever hope for.' Sir John Lister-Kaye OBE‘This is a cracker of a book with some stunning photos. It really is the next best thing to seeing these wonderful animals in the wild.’ Iolo WilliamsMarvellous.
£21.24
Pen & Sword Books Ltd The Secret Life of Foxes
Book SynopsisIt will be a well-rounded book like no other currently available on the market that covers all aspects of this mammal's life. No stone will be left unturned.
£21.25
Hodder & Stoughton The Last Giants: The Rise and Fall of the African
Book Synopsis*Levison Wood's documentary series on WALKING WITH ELEPHANTS is available to watch now on Channel 4*This book comes at a critical time. Fifty years ago, Africa was home to just over 1.3 million elephants, but by 1990 the number had halved. Meanwhile in the span of a lifetime, the human population has more than doubled. In Levison Wood's The Last Giants, he explores the rapid decline of one of the world's favourite animals. Filled with stories from his own time spent travelling with elephants in Africa, and documenting their migration in his Channel 4 series, Walking With Elephants, the book is a passionate wake-up call for this endangered species we take for granted. The Last Giants was written to inspire us all to act - to learn more and help save the species from permanent extinction.
£17.00
Graffeg Limited Water Vole Book, The
Book SynopsisThrough informative chapters ranging from the physiological and environmental to the water vole''s inclusion in myth, legend, art and literature, The Water Vole Book is an ideal guide to its subject for all nature lovers, beautifully illustrated throughout with brand new photography and artwork.
£9.49
Canongate Books Wolfish: The stories we tell about fear, ferocity
Book SynopsisA MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2023 FOR FINANCIAL TIMES, TIME, VULTURE, LIT HUB, GOODREADS, RUMPUS, BUSTLE, READER'S DIGEST and moreBoth vilified and venerated, wolves abound through cultural folklore and literature. In this hauntingly lyrical and unflinching inquiry, Erica Berry untangles these depictions - alongside her own research of the wolf and experience as a woman - to try to understand how we navigate terror, vulnerability and violence in our fragile, often dangerous world.Luminously wise and unusually brave, Wolfish will stay with you long into the night.Trade ReviewBerry draws on a huge, rich depository of lupine literature. Wolfish is more than just an interesting exercise in cultural anthropology, though. The book's most obvious ancestor is Helen Macdonald's megahit of 2014, H Is for Hawk; it has that same intellectual range and a prose style that pushes [. . .] towards the poetic * * Sunday Times * *A singular book. Reading this will invite you to examine your own walk through the world - hungry, afraid, brave -- KATHERINE MAYStartling in its scope, covering everything from fairy tales to domestic violence. This book should be required reading * * LA Times * *Ranging far and wide culturally in the company of wolves . . . Berry segues effortlessly from the reintroduction of wolves at Yellowstone national park to Pliny the Elder's belief that wolves held pharmacological benefits for women's bodies * * Guardian * *Singular . . . a book entirely its own * * TIME * *Explores the contours of human relationships - and what it means to be a woman - through this most familiar yet mysterious of creatures * * Financial Times * *Terror propels Erica Berry's exhilarating book . . . No matter where Berry weaves, she sniffs out fascinating insights. And she writes about it in clear, beautiful language * * Washington Post * *I devoured every startling, lyrical, haunting, yet all-too-familiar page of Wolfish. Such a stunning achievement, it left me feeling like one of the pack -- ELIZABETH RUSH, author of RISING, a finalist for the Pulitzer PrizeAn exhilarating book - intricate, thoughtful, and thick with connections -- MEGHA MAJUMDAR, New York Times bestselling author of A BURNINGBerry's braided approach renders Wolfish both a vulnerable self-investigation and a wide-ranging exploration of fear - and, ultimately, an antidote to it. She makes a stirring case for walking alongside the symbolic wolf * * Atlantic * *
£10.44
Amber Books Ltd Cats
Book SynopsisWhy do cats purr? How much can you learn about a cat’s mood from the direction it flicks its tail? How do cats show trust with their eyes? Why do cats rub against their owners’ legs? Arranged in chapters covering physical characteristics, senses, lifecycle and behaviour, Cats features a huge range of breeds from all around the world. From Siamese to Russian Blue, Manx to American Bobtail, Burmese to Bombay, the book expertly explores and celebrates this most beloved pet. With fascinating captions on every page, even cat lovers will learn something new. Cats is a brilliant examination in 150 outstanding colour photographs.Table of ContentsContents to include Introduction PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Size, skeleton, skull, ambulation, claws SENSES Vision, hearing, smell, taste, whiskers, balance LIFECYCLE Reproduction, kittens, litters, maturity BEHAVIOUR Sociability, grooming, feeding, hunting fighting, playing, communication BREEDS FEATURED INCLUDE: Abyssinian American Bobtail American Curl Balinese Bengal Birman Exotic Shorthair Cat Manx American Shorthair American Curl Chartreux Bengal Cat Japanese Bobtail Russian Blue Cat Korat Burmese Bombay Singapura Ocicat California spangled cat Snowshoe cat Cornish Rex Cat Devon Rex Sphinx Cat Selkirk Rex Siamese Cat Tonkinese Oriental Shorthair Cat Havana Brown Cat Egyptian Mau Cat Persian Birman Turkish Angora Cat Turkish Van Cat Maine Coon Norwegian Forest Ragdoll Siberian
£9.49
Amber Books Ltd Tigers
Book SynopsisTigers is an outstanding collection of photographs showing these fearsome yet magnificent animals in action. Tigers are the largest big cats in the world and because of this, many cultures consider the tiger to be a symbol of strength, courage and dignity. They are featured in ancient mythology and folklore and continue to be depicted in modern films and literature. You’ll discover how tigers are adapted for hunting: A tiger’s paws and claws are one of its greatest weapons during the hunt. Strong, and powerful enough to kill prey with a swipe, the bones in their paws also have cord-like ligaments to buffer them from the impact of hitting prey at a full run. You’ll also learn many other fascinating facts, such as how each tiger is unique – did you know that no two tigers have the same pattern of stripes? Or that you can tell a tiger’s age by its nose? Young tigers have a pink nose which gradually darkens, turning orange, then a blackish-brown as it reaches maturity. With full captions explaining how these incredible animals hunt and feed, rear their young and survive in the wild, Tigers is a brilliant examination in 150 outstanding colour photographs of this beautiful animal.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Tiger Species All of today’s tigers are believed to be descended from a common ancestor who lived around 72,000–108,000 years ago. Tigers are the world’s biggest wild cat and the Siberian tiger is the biggest of them all. This chapter features Siberian, Sumatran, Bengal, Indochinese, South China and Malayan. Physical traits of different species, how they compare and contrast. Close-up images of their coats/stripes/teeth. 2. Habitat Adaptable and tenacious, these iconic creatures are equally at home in evergreen forests, mangrove swamps, rocky mountains, snowy highlands, coniferous woodlands and grasslands. Like all animals they thrive where the threats are low and the food, water and shelter are plentiful. This chapter focuses on how they adapt to their environment and how they are under threat from habitat loss. 3. Hunting Tigers are apex predators. They sit at the top of their food chain, and rarely compete for resources with other animals. Yet they’re far more than just powerful killers. This chapter focuses on how and what they eat. 4. Tiger Cubs Cubs are playful and adventurous by nature but, in the wild, there are threats everywhere. There’s also the very real risks posed by male tigers, who may kill cubs in order to bring the female into oestrus, so that she’s ready to mate with him. Only around half of all young tigers reach adulthood and, for the tigress, the work of keeping them safe starts immediately.
£9.49
Granta Books Otter Country: In Search of the Wild Otter
Book SynopsisOver the course of a year, Miriam Darlington travelled around Britain in search of wild otters; from her home in Devon to the wilds of Scotland; to Cumbria, Wales, Northumberland, Cornwall, Somerset and the River Lea; to her childhood home near the Ouse, the source of her watery obsession. Otter Country follows Darlington's search through different landscapes, seasons, weather and light, as she tracks one of Britain's most elusive animals. During her journey, she meets otter experts, representatives of the Environment Agency, conservationists, ecologists, walkers, Henry Williamson's family, Gavin Maxwell's heir; zoo keepers, fishermen, scientists, hunters and poets. Above all she learns how to track and be around otters, and that the stillness required to actually see this shy animal can bring many unasked-for wonders. Written in mesmerising prose, Otter Country establishes Darlington as a prominent voice in the new generation of British nature writers.
£10.44
Greystone Books,Canada The Reign of Wolf 21: The Saga of Yellowstone's
Book Synopsis“A redemption story, an adventure story, and perhaps above all, a love story.”—Nate Blakeslee, New York Times-bestselling author of American WolfThe Druid Peak Pack was the most famous wolf pack in Yellowstone National Park, and maybe even in the world.This is the dramatic true story of its remarkable leader, Wolf 21—whose compassion and loyalty challenges commonly held beliefs about alpha males.In this compelling follow-up to the national bestseller The Rise of Wolf 8, Rick McIntyre profiles one of Yellowstone’s most revered alpha males, Wolf 21. Leader of the Druid Peak Pack, Wolf 21 was known for his unwavering bravery, his unusual benevolence (unlike other alphas, he never killed defeated rival males), and his fierce commitment to his mate, the formidable Wolf 42.Wolf 21 and Wolf 42 were attracted to each other the moment they met—but Wolf 42’s jealous sister interfered viciously in their relationship. After an explosive insurrection within the pack, the two wolves came together at last as leaders of the Druid Peak Pack, which dominated the park for more than 10 years.McIntyre recounts the pack’s fascinating saga with compassion and a keen eye for detail, drawing on his many years of experience observing Yellowstone wolves in the wild. His outstanding work of science writing offers unparalleled insight into wolf behavior and Yellowstone’s famed wolf reintroduction project. It also offers a love story for the ages.“Like Thomas McNamee, David Mech, Barry Lopez, and other literary naturalists with an interest in wolf behavior, McIntyre writes with both elegance and flair, making complex biology and ethology a pleasure to read. Fans of wild wolves will eat this one up.”—Kirkus starred reviewTrade Review“McIntyre’s stories of mutual aid among the wolves will remind us that all life is poised in an ever-shifting dance of competition and co-operation. We can all learn some lessons from McIntyre’s beloved beasts.”—The Vancouver Sun“Like Thomas McNamee, David Mech, Barry Lopez, and other literary naturalists with an interest in wolf behavior, McIntyre writes with both elegance and flair, making complex biology and ethology a pleasure to read. Fans of wild wolves will eat this one up.”—Kirkus starred review“Like Darwin, McIntyre is an inclusionist and is thus able to enter the hearts and minds of wolves, providing us with a consummately rounded picture of their lives. Along the way, he creates a fully realized world that stands whole and sublime alongside our far more troubled human one.”—Mountain Journal“Wolves have always been majestic creatures, and The Reign of Wolf 21 [...] beautifully illustrates this. [G]reat for nature lovers or people interested in learning more about wolves and wolf behavior.”—The Yakima Herald“A gripping tale of triumph and loss told with an unsurpassed appreciation for the wolves of Yellowstone and the natural world they inhabit.”—Bernd Heinrich, professor emeritus of biology at the University of Vermont and author of Mind of the Raven“I’m always eager for the next book by Rick McIntyre. I learn so much fascinating information about wolves and their interactions with each other and with their prey.”—L. David Mech, author of The Wolf: Ecology and Behavior of an Endangered Species, now in its 50th year in print“It is the way [Rick McIntyre] sees wolves—as fellow social beings with stories to share—that makes his books so powerful.”—Ed Bangs, former US Fish and Wildlife Service wolf recovery coordinator for the Northern Rockies“This book is a treasure.”—Douglas W. Smith, PhD, Yellowstone Wolf Project Leader, Yellowstone National Park“Rick is constantly collecting information—from his own observations and those made by others. He is a researcher to the bone and an amazing witness to the wolves’ incredible stories.”—Scott Frazier, Crow/Santee, director of Project Indigenous“In his second book on Yellowstone wolves, Rick McIntyre provides a riveting history about a powerful dynasty, a wolf pack called the Druids. There were palace revolutions, despotic leaders, and interlopers to contend with, overlaying the incredible daily challenge of making a living with just teeth and feet. Life begets life, and this fascinating story is dominated by the overwhelming strength of family bonds, bravery, and benevolence.”—Rolf Peterson, Michigan Technological University, author of The Wolves of Isle Royale: A Broken Balance“Rick brilliantly weaves the dramatic life-story of wolf 21 through the intertwining of his life with the different personalities of his mate wolf 42, their sons and daughters, and members of nearby packs. As a story teller, Rick generates great compassion in the reader - a fitting antidote to the hatred and indifference that still plagues this long-persecuted species.”—Dr. John and Mary Theberge, wildlife ecologists, wolf biologists and authors“Wolves are possessed of an ancient and enduring wisdom. This is why old-time Indians used to spend the kind of time watching wolves that Rick has, and for the same reasons—to learn FROM them, not just ABOUT them.”—John Potter, Anishinaabe wildlife artist“If ever there was a ‘perfect’ wolf, it was Wolf 21. He lived an outsized life, more like an action hero than a real creature. And no one knew him better than master storyteller Rick McIntyre.”—Carl Safina, author of Becoming Wild; How Animal Cultures Raise Families, Create Beauty, and Achieve Peace“No wolf's life has ever been laid before us in such detail and with such rich analysis.”—Norm Bishop, director of the Wolf Recovery Foundation and co-author of Yellowstone's Northern Range: Complexity and Change in a Wildland EcosystemPraise for the first book in the Alpha Wolves of Yellowstone series, The Rise of Wolf 8:An Amazon.com Best Science Book of 2019“Rick’s book is a goldmine... and clearly shows [wolves] are clever, smart, and emotional beings.”—PSYCHOLOGY TODAY“[Rick McIntyre’s] greatest strength is the quiet respect and wonder with which he regards his subjects, a quality clearly informed by decades of careful watching.”—PUBLISHERS WEEKLY“The main attraction of [The Rise of Wolf 8] is the storytelling... including the powerful origin story of one of Yellowstone’s greatest and most famous wolves.”—WASHINGTON POST“Fascinating.”—NEWSWEEK“McIntyre is a gifted and fluent storyteller... His book will make readers reconsider negative images of the wolf.”—VANCOUVER SUN
£999.99
Penguin Books Ltd The AyeAye and I
Book Synopsis''In the gloom it came along the branches towards me, its round, hypnotic eyes blazing, its spoon-like ears turning to and fro independently like radar dishes . . . it was Lewis Carroll''s Jabberwocky come to life . . . one of the most incredible creatures I had ever been privileged to meet.''The fourth largest island in the world, Madagascar is home to woodlice the size of golf balls, moths the size of Regency fans and the Aye-Aye, a type of lemur held by local superstion to be an omen of death. But when Gerald Durrell visited the island, the destruction of the forests meant that the Aye-Aye and many other creatures were in danger of extinction.Told with his unique sense of humour and inimitable charm, Gerald Durrell''s The Aye Aye and I is the final adventure from one of Britain''s best loved conservationists.Trade ReviewA renegade who was right . . . He was truly a man before his time -- Sir David AttenboroughIf animals, birds and insects could speak, they would possibly award Mr Gerald Durrell one of their first Nobel prizes * Times Literary Supplement *Durrell has an uncanny knack of discovering human as well as animal eccentricities * Sunday Telegraph *
£10.44
The University of Chicago Press How to Tame a Fox and Build a Dog Visionary
Book SynopsisThe crazy story of how Soviet scientists in Siberia in the 1950s embarked on a project to turn foxes into dogs through selective breeding—and managed it within mere generations.Trade Review"If you read only two biology books this year, this is one of those two that you simply must read."--Grrl Scientist "Forbes " "Dugatkin and Trut have collaborated to produce a well-written and engaging account of one the most influential biological studies ever: the fox farm experiment. Over sixty years ago, a Russian geneticist dared to start an experiment to see if foxes could be domesticated and what variables contributed to the changes domestication brought. The courage involved in starting such an experiment in the USSR of the 1950s was remarkable; the dedication and curiosity that have kept it going ever since have led to stunning new insights on the mechanisms of domestication. Every biologist should read this book!"--Pat Shipman, author of The Invaders: How Humans and Their Dogs Drove Neanderthals to Extinction "An excellent book. The writing is clear and makes for fascinating popular science. This book will attract a wide audience, and I know of none other with such a dramatic combination of good science and social history."--Aubrey Manning, coauthor of An Introduction to Animal Behaviour "Over the course of decades, Russian scientists transformed wild foxes into friendly pets. They used no science-fiction genetic engineering. They simply guided evolution. This landmark experiment tells us some profound things about domestication, behavior, and ourselves. Finally, someone has written a book-length account of the experience--and a fascinating one at that."--Carl Zimmer, author of Evolution: The Triumph of an Idea "In the first book on the famous 'Siberian fox study, ' this extraordinary chronicle recounts one of the world's most important animal studies. It has not only provided stunning insights into how domestication works and how fast it can happen. It also helps us understand the origins of our deepest non-human bonds--our friendships with our dogs--and where and how they came into being."--Carl Safina, author of Beyond Words: What Animals Think and Feel "Profound insights into how dogs evolved from wolves come from a remarkable, multidecade experiment on foxes that was carried out under the supervision of the Russian geneticist Dmitri Belyaev from the 1950s onward. Because much of the research was published in Russian, How to Tame a Fox, which is cowritten by Lyudmila Trut--a central figure in the project over many decades--will be widely welcomed for the extraordinary detail it contains." --Tim Flannery "New York Review of Books "
£17.10
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Wildlife of Britain and Ireland
Book SynopsisAuthoritative, lavishly illustrated, and beautifully designed, this photographic ID of British and Irish flora and fauna will captivate nature enthusiasts of every age and ability. From golden eagles in the Scottish Highlands to Portuguese Man ''o'' War jellyfish off the coast of Cornwall, the British Isles boasts an astonishing array of wildlife and habitat - and in this photographic tour, DK invites you to explore its extraordinary beauty, diversity, and wonder from the comfort of your living room.Habitat by habitat, British and Irish wildlife is revealed, and changes to the seasons are uncovered. Profiles of trees, flowers and plants, fungi, insects, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, invertebrates, fish, and birds provide key information on when and where to experience animals and plants in the flesh and at their best, while hundreds of spectacular photographs offer visual prompts to identification by showing them in their natural environments. An ou
£25.50
Scholastic The Christmas Pine BCD
Book SynopsisA stunning picture book and CD for Christmas, with Julia Donaldsonreading her perfect heartfelt rhyme. With gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations, and four Christmas songs,including a brand-new composition by Julia, this beautiful, movingstory brims with festivity and hope.
£9.49
John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd Phillipps Field Guide to the Mammals of Borneo
Book SynopsisA fully updated second edition of this user-friendly field guide to the mammals of Borneo, covering Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei and Kalimantan. The book gives descriptions of all 247 land mammals and 30 marine species. These are superbly illustrated in 141 colour plates. Each plate is accompanied by species descriptions covering taxonomy, size, range, distribution, habits and status. Distribution is shown by detailed thumbnail maps. There are 7 habitat plates, 12 regional maps, fast-find graphic indexes and a full overview of vegetation, climate and ecology.
£21.24
John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of Sri Lanka
Book SynopsisA photographic identification guide to 92 land and 30 marine mammals represents 90 per cent of all mammals in Sri Lanka, providing a perfect for guide for residents and visitors alike. Over 300 high-quality photographs from Sri Lanka’s top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habitat and viewing tips. The user-friendly introduction covers climatic zones, topography, top wildlife sites, night safaris and where to watch marine mammals. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the mammals of Sri Lanka encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific names.
£11.69
