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Book SynopsisCelebrate the kings of the canine world with this collection of photographs and information by award-winning author and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela.
Their beauty strikes us. Their mystique enchants us. Wolves, coyotes, and foxes are beloved, appreciated, and misunderstood. A sighting in nature is rare, which serves to enhance our fascination with these magnificent animals. Award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela believes that wolves, coyotes, and foxes are mystical and elusive. He spent more than 20 years traveling across the United States and Canada to observe and photograph the various species, from Gray Wolves and Arctic Foxes to Coyotes and Red Wolves. He documented every aspect of the canines’ secret lives: major events such as mating, as well as everyday activities including hunting, playing, and socializing.
The result is a striking portrayal of these mammals in Wolves, Coyotes & Foxes. Stan’s extraordinary photographs depict the creatures in a new, unique fashion. His fascinating text, drawn from detailed research and personal observations, provides information about every aspect of their lives. Presented with headings and short paragraphs, the coffee-table book is pleasurable to browse and easy to read.
“Their presence commands respect and attention,” says Stan. “They are nature’s perfect model of a family.”
Unmatched by any other book on the market, Wolves, Coyotes & Foxes is a must-have for lovers of wildlife and nature.
Table of ContentsWolves: A Symbol of All Things Wild
Ancient Times
The Wolf Spirit
Wolves and the Colonists
Wolves in the Twentieth Century
The Canine Family
Origins of the Species
Canids Around the World
Family Traits
Discovering Subspecies
Popular Names
Sizes North to South
Weights and Measures
Life Expectancy
Essential Habitat
Hunting to Survive
Hunting in Packs
Guiding the Pack
Family Ties
Dispersal from the Pack
Finding a Mate
Territory Contrasts
Roaming the Home Range
Following Prey in Winter
Scent Marking
Howling to Communicate
Silent Expressions
Tail Language
Conflict Response
Scent Rolling
Wolf and Dog Breeding
Wolf and Coyote Hybrids
Regional Diversity
Summer and Winter Coats
Graying Gracefully
Skull and Jaws
Canid Teeth
Excellent Sense of Smell
Ear Appeal
Acute Hearing
The Sight Field
Color and Splatter Vision
Long, Strong Legs
Loping to Running
Feet Geared for Travel
Diet
Feast-or-Famine Feeding
Traditions in Courtship
Mating Affairs
Denning
Breeding and Gestation
Litter Success
Birth and Development
Licking Up Feeding
Learning to Hunt
Lives of Wolves
Featured Canines
About the Author
