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"Some 40 million miles of roadways encircle the earth, yet we tend to regard them only as infrastructure for human convenience. While roads are so ubiquitous they’re practically invisible to us, wild animals experience them as entirely alien forces of death and disruption. In Crossings, environmental journalist Ben Goldfarb travels throughout the United States and around the world to investigate how roads have transformed our planet. A million animals...
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"Mysterious, graceful, and ever-clever, otters have captivated our imaginations, despite the fact that few people have encountered one in the wild. In Otter Country, celebrated nature writer Miriam Darlington captures the fascination she’s had for these playful animals since childhood, and chronicles her immersive journey into their watery world. Over the course of a single year, Darlington takes readers on a winding expedition in pursuit of these...
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"This gorgeous compendium distills the essence of the beloved bestseller, The Hidden Life of Trees, and is the perfect pocket-sized gift for holding forester Peter Wohlleben's words dear, and sharing them with your loved ones. Discover the operations of the forest ecosystem where themes of communication, resilience, beauty, age, family, society and survival tie into our human world. With rich yet easy-to-understand language and evocative artwork from...
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"Embark on the journey of a lifetime to 20 of the world's wildest waters! Explore each environment and learn about the people who are working to preserve them for future generations. Meet the creatures who call these watery worlds home and discover how you can take active steps to make a difference"--Publisher's website.
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" We are an integral part of the ecosystem where we live. In this book we learn that what we do in our yards matters just as much as the way our local parks and nature preserves are managed. Author and professor of landscape ecology Sara Gagné focuses on the ecological importance of our day-to-day activities and spaces we are most familiar with and can most influence. With cutting-edge science, anecdotal experiences, and practical recommendations,...
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This is an inspiring tour of the world's oceans and 80 of its most notable inhabitants. Beautifully illustrated, the book includes fascinating stories of the fish, shellfish and other sea life that have somehow impacted human life--whether in our medicine, culture or folklore--in often surprising and unexpected ways.
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"Follow along as a day in the life of the food chain begins. From the sun that shines upon the grass and trees to the animals that feed each other, each element in nature has its place. But what happens when the food escapes? This cumulative story will delight, with a surprise ending that all science lovers will enjoy"--From publisher website.
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Wildlife conservation has both monetary and non-monetary benefits, and the success of conservation projects depends on a mix of economic and biological factors. In Tanzania, the economic benefits of conservation projects have positively impacted the conservation attitudes of local people around the Selous Game Reserve. Option value is a useful tool to measure the potential benefits of wildlife conservation, and expressed preference or contingent valuation...
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Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, while mostly noted for grizzly bears, elk, moose, and other large mammals, also host a high species diversity of butterflies, owing to the ecosystem's vast area of pristine habitat. Many of the nearly 120 butterflies described can also be found elsewhere in the Northern Rockies, making the book useful beyond the artificial borders of the public lands. Illustrated with color plates of each species, “A Field...
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Get the Summary of Charles C. Mann's 1491 in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "1491" by Charles C. Mann offers a comprehensive look at the pre-Columbian Americas, challenging the notion of a sparsely populated wilderness. Mann delves into the Wampanoag's strategic alliance with Plymouth colonists, the role of Tisquantum, and the devastating impact of European diseases on indigenous populations. He explores the ecological...
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The constant assault of natural forces make fragile barrier islands some of the most rapidly changing locations in the world, but human activities have had enormous impact on these islands as well. In Altered Environments, Jeffrey and Kathleen Pompe explore the complex interactions between nature and human habitation on the resilient Outer Banks of North Carolina. The Pompes employ modern and historical photographs and maps to illustrate the geographic...
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Der Klimanotstand bedroht die Existenz des gesamten Planeten! Die internationale Staatengemeinschaft hat die globale Erwärmung als größte Bedrohung zwar anerkannt, aber getan hatte sich bisher trotz allem relativ wenig. Doch das scheint sich jetzt endlich zu ändern. Wird im Jahr 2021 endlich die Wende eingeläutet? Immerhin beflügeln bereits zwei Ereignisse die Hoffnungen der Menschen, denn zum einen hatte Joe Biden, der neue Präsident der USA,...
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"Le Jardinage Écologique : Cultiver un Jardin Respectueux de l'Environnement" est un guide complet destiné à tous les passionnés de jardinage souhaitant cultiver leur jardin de manière écologique et durable. Du choix des plantes à la récolte des fruits et légumes, en passant par la gestion des ravageurs et la préservation de la biodiversité, ce livre offre des conseils pratiques et des informations précieuses pour créer et entretenir...
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"Get Outside! How Humans Connect with Nature explores the important relationship between people and nature. It asks big questions, like Are humans part of nature or separate from it? and Do all people have equal access to nature? By discussing global issues such as the climate crisis and environmental racism, the book shows us that, by strengthening our relationship with the natural world, we can learn how to take care of the environment and to let...
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"Did you know that there are animals that are completely transparent? That some tube worms live for 1,000 years? That the Pigbutt Worm is also known as the 'Flying Buttocks'? Or that there is a type of sea cucumber that is nicknamed "the headless chicken monster?" These are just some of the scientific facts, presented comics-style, that kids will pore over again and again. The Deep! is a rollicking survey of animals that live in the deepest part of...
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Biology essentials volume 046
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In this video lesson, Paul Andersen explains the major classification terms in ecology and how a community can be measured by species composition and species diversity. The symbiosis of leaf cutter ants is included. The lesson ends with a discussion of population growth.--Publisher.
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"A celebration of nature through the eyes of a boy whose dreams fill with the glorious yellow leaves of autumn. As this young poet-artist and his little sister engage in activities throughout the changing year, readers will explore the seasons with this lyrical and visual story about childhood in an urban neighborhood." --publisher's website
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Your map to understanding human geography Human Geography For Dummies introduces you to the ideas and perspectives encompassed by the field of human geography, and makes a great supplement to human geography courses in high school or college. So what is human geography? It's not about drawing maps all over your body (although you're welcome to do that if you want-no judgment). Human geography explores the relationship between humans and their natural...
19) Florida's Waters
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Taken from the earlier book Priceless Florida (and modified for a stand-alone book), this volume discusses the fresh-and saltwater systems of Florida, including lakes and ponds; rivers and streams; springs; aquatic caves; estuarine waters and seafloors; submarine meadows, sponge, rock, and reef communities; and the Gulf and Atlantic Ocean. Introduces readers to the trees and plants, insects, mammals, reptiles, and other species that live in Florida's...
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Although life can be defined in many different ways, most approaches agree that it involves a number of common characteristics, such as the ability to grow and develop, to reproduce, to respond to stimuli in the environment, to maintain a metabolism itself and to evolve over time.Furthermore, life is of inestimable value to humans and other creatures who share the planet with us. It offers a wealth of experiences and emotions, from joy and love to...
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