Showing posts with label natural history. Show all posts
Showing posts with label natural history. Show all posts

Sunday, March 3, 2013

Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles of the Galapagos Islands: An Identification Guide, 2nd Edition

Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles of the Galapagos Islands
Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles of the Galapagos Islands: An Identification Guide, 2nd Edition
Andy Swash (Author), Rob Still (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars(22)

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This simple-to-use, pocket-size volume offers a comprehensive guide to the unique wildlife of the Galápagos, encompassing all the birds, mammals, and reptiles a visitor to these extraordinary islands might encounter. The second edition corrects and amends plates and text, as well as adds six new photos of the whales.
Reviews of the first edition: 
 AThe essential field companion for Galápagos visitors.”AThe Quarterly Review of Biology
 "I cannot conceive anyone going to the Galápagos without [this book] in hand." ANoble S. Proctor

  • Rank: #23964 in Books
  • Published on: 2006-02-28
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 7.99" h x .47" w x 7.64" l, .72 pounds
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 168 pages

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Description #2 by Overstock.com:

This simple-to-use, pocket-size volume offers a comprehensive guide to the unique wildlife of the Galapagos, encompassing all the birds, mammals, and reptiles a visitor to these extraordinary islands might encounter. The second edition corrects and amends plates and text, as well as adds six new photos of the whales. Reviews of the first edition: The essential field companion for Galapagos visitors. The Quarterly Review of Biology "I cannot conceive anyone going to the Galapagos without [this book] in hand." Noble S. Proctor

Description #3 by Barnes & Noble - McKenzie Books:

Categories: Mammals, Reptiles, Mammals. Contributors: Andy Swash - Author. Format: Paperback

Thursday, February 28, 2013

Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City

Field Guide
Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City
Leslie Day (Author), Mark A. Klingler (Illustrator), Michael R. Bloomberg (Foreword)
4.8 out of 5 stars(9)

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New York just might be the most biologically diverse city in temperate America. The five boroughs sit atop one of the most naturally rich sites in North America, directly under the Atlantic migratory flyway, at the mouth of a 300-mile-long river, and on three islands—Manhattan, Staten, and Long.

Leslie Day, a New York City naturalist, reveals this amazing world in her Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City. Combining the stunning paintings of Mark A. Klingler with a variety of photographs and maps, this book is a complete guide for the urban naturalist—with tips on identifying the city's flora and fauna and maps showing the nearest subway stop.

Here is your personal guide to the real wild side of America’s largest city. Throw it in your backpack, hop on the subway, and explore.

  • Rank: #420470 in Books
  • Published on: 2007-11-30
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 8.27" h x .79" w x 5.24" l, 1.45 pounds
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 356 pages

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New York just might be the most biologically diverse city in temperate America. The five boroughs sit atop one of the most naturally rich sites in North America, directly under the Atlantic migratory flyway, at the mouth of a 300-mile-long river, and on three islands--Manhattan, Staten, and Long. Leslie Day, a New York City naturalist, reveals this amazing world in her "Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City." Combining the stunning paintings of Mark A. Klingler with a variety of photographs and maps, this book is a complete guide for the urban naturalist--with tips on identifying the city''s flora and fauna and maps showing the nearest subway stop.Here is your personal guide to the "real" wild side of America''s largest city. Throw it in your backpack, hop on the subway, and explore.

Description #2 by ValoreBooks.com:

Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City , ISBN-13: 9780801886829, ISBN-10: 0801886821

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New York just might be the most biologically diverse city in temperate America. The five boroughs sit atop one of the most naturally rich sites in North America, directly under the Atlantic migratory flyway, at the mouth of a 300-mile-long river, and on three islands--Manhattan, Staten, and Long. Leslie Day, a New York City naturalist, reveals this amazing world in her "Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City." Combining the stunning paintings of Mark A. Klingler with a variety of photographs and maps, this book is a complete guide for the urban naturalist--with tips on identifying the city''s flora and fauna and maps showing the nearest subway stop.Here is your personal guide to the "real" wild side of America''s largest city. Throw it in your backpack, hop on the subway, and explore.

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Galapagos: A Natural History, Revised and Expanded

Galapagos
Galapagos: A Natural History, Revised and Expanded
Michael H. Jackson (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars(18)

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Twenty thousand copies of the first edition of Galápagos were sold. An attractive and comprehensive guidebook, this work has been completely revised and updated by the author. The reader will find an easy-to-use text which details the natural history of the plants and animals found in the Galápagos Islands. Management and conservation of the Galápagos National Park is discussed, and visitor information and notes about the various tourist sites are given. An index and checklist of plants and animals with page references and a glossary of technical terms are provided. New photographs have been added.

  • Rank: #27304 in Books
  • Published on: 1994-06-30
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 5.91" h x .91" w x 9.06" l, 1.33 pounds
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 336 pages

Description #1 by eBay:

Galapagos: A Natural History, by Michael H. Jackson. Revised and Expanded Edition. Paperback.University of Calgary Press, Canada Twenty thousand copies of the first edition of this book were sold. An attractive and comprehensive guidebook, this work has been completely revised and updated by the author. The reader will find an easy-to-use text which details the natural history of the plants and animals found in the Galapagos Islands. Management and conservation of the Galapagos National Park is

Description #2 by Eruditor.com:

University Of Calgary Press | 1994 | 316 pages | ISBN-13: 9781895176407 | ISBN-10: 1895176409 | You save 20%

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Sunday, February 24, 2013

New England Wildlife: Habitat, Natural History, and Distribution

New England Wildlife
New England Wildlife: Habitat, Natural History, and Distribution
Richard M. DeGraaf (Author), Mariko Yamasaki (Author)
5.0 out of 5 stars(3)

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New England Wildlife presents the natural histories and distributions of 338 inland wildlife species in New England. It also details the habitat relationships of all New England terrestrial and aquatic species, presented in sections on amphibians and reptiles, birds, and mammals. Each species account includes an illustration and range map, along with information on distribution in the region, status, habitat, special habitat requirements, details of breeding biology, home range and movements, and food habits, each fully documented from the pertinent literature. The introduction includes a brief land-use history of the region, descriptions of forest types and nonforest habitats, and wildlife responses to landscape change.

A necessity for all land managers and naturalists as well as birders, walkers, nature lovers, residents, and visitors to New England, the book includes the most recent information on natural history and distribution, and matrices relating all species to standard classifications of forest cover - types and nonforest habitats.

  • Rank: #423600 in Books
  • Published on: 2000-11-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 10.98" h x 1.22" w x 8.74" l, 3.70 pounds
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 496 pages

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Store Search search Title, ISBN and Author New England Wildlife: Habitat, Natural History, and Distribution by Richard M. DeGraaf, Mariko Yamasaki Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New New England Wildlife presents the natural histories and distributions of 338 inland wildlife species in New England. It also details the habitat relationships of all New England terrestrial and aquatic species, presented in sections on amphibians and reptiles, birds, and mamma

Description #2 by LangtonInfo.com:

Offers information on the status, breeding, habitat, biology, and food habits of 338 wildlife species found in New England.

Description #3 by Barnes & Noble - woodysbooks:

Categories: Zoogeography. Contributors: Richard M. DeGraaf - Author. Format: Paperback

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Africa: Eye to Eye with the Unknown

Africa
Africa: Eye to Eye with the Unknown
Michael Bright (Author), David Attenborough (Foreword)

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An extraordinary companion guide to the next landmark natural history documentary series from the BBC, aiming to reshape the way we think about each region of Africa by revealing never-before-seen impressions of the continent

Sir David Attenborough CBE and the award-winning BBC Natural History Unit embark on a watershed new series, painting a breathtaking portrait of Africa as never before caught on film. This lavish and unmissable companion to the series reveals the undiscovered side of Africa's five unique regions. Inspiring photography captures unprecedented glimpses of wildlife behavior, mesmerizing creatures, and magical landscapes that will astound, captivate, and challenge what audiences think they know about Africa. This is a spectacular journey through a vast and diverse continent in all its beautiful and unexpected abundance. Readers will witness the drama of eagles catching giant bats on the wing, lizards stalking their prey on the backs of lions, antelope-hunting monkeys, and a nail-biting giraffe fight; share the discovery of the world's rarest fish species and the first-ever access to an island sanctuary for the elusive African penguin; marvel at a Congo fish that flies like a butterfly and a lovestruck beetle who thinks he's James Bond; and join a unique expedition to the most extreme parts of this vast continent.

  • Rank: #48766 in Books
  • Published on: 2013-02-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 4.30 pounds
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • 336 pages

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15% OFF SALE IN FEBRUARY FOR ANY ITEM WITH AMETHYSTS, INCLUDING CUSTOM ORDERS! USE COUPON CODE FEBAM15 These beautiful earrings are made from solid .925 sterling silver and are set with 9x6mm genuine African Amethyst pear cut gemstones. The earrings are set in sterling basket settings and hung from 20mm dangle hooks with loops. They come with rubber earnuts to insure that they stay in place. Gemstone Information: Amethyst Eye clean Africa Treatment unknown As always, gemstone purchased at USA gem dealer. Please contact me with any questions! If you like beautiful photography, please visit my husband's new Etsy shop! He has many more photos he will be putting up soon too. Thanks!! http://www.etsy.com/shop/WrightFamilyPhoto

Description #2 by Barnes & Noble:

Contributors: Michael Bright - Author. Format: Hardcover

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Author: Lock, Graham, Murray, David ISBN-10: 0195340507