Kategoria BISAC: Nature >> Animals - General

The erythrocyte presents morphologic, cytochemical, and quantitative adaptations as it progresses through its evolutionary continuum. This text is a comprehensive exploration of the evolutionary relationship of the avian erythrocyte with the erythrocytes of the antecedent lower vertebrates such as amphibians and reptiles as well as mammalians. It also presents tabular erythrocytic taxonomically organized data which provide an essential reference source.

" An] engagingly offbeat study . . . let's us in on the bizarre and sometimes repellent world of taxidermy." --The Wall Street Journal

Why would someone want to create or own the mounted skin of a dead animal? That's the question Dave Madden explores in The Authentic Animal. Madden starts his journey with the life story of Carl Akeley, the father of modern taxidermy. Akeley started small by stuffing a canary, but by the end of his life he had created the astonishing Akeley Hall of African Mammals at The American Museum of Natural History. What Akeley strove for and what...

Detailed but easy-to-use, this volume is a guide to the more than 160 recognized species of these mostly large, colorful tropical reef fishes, also known as rockcod. With outstanding color photographs, the book presents up-to-date biological, ecological, and population information for each species. The text is an indispensable publication for fisheries scientists and managers as well as divers, anglers, and those with a general interest in reef fishes.

From two of the world's most distinguished experts in animal behavior, Animal Architects is a creative and accessible approach to understanding animal...

Betty, a big blue whale eagerly tries to save the planet from pollution and global warming. When she and her grandmother are separated, she must find out all she can from many of the sea animals she encounters along this journey.

As she majestically makes her way around the globe, she meets many wonderful creatures along her journey who are eager to offer Betty advice.

She is adamant to help the environment and all creatures big and small and save the blue planet.

With a big heart and a hope of saving the earth, Betty's journey begins.

Praise for "The Alpacas of Stormwind Farm"

If I were an alpaca, I would want to live on the author's farm. Ingrid Wood writes with respect and compassion about the animals that inhabit Stormwind Farm. It is refreshing to read an honest and insightful chronicle of daily farm life. A worthwhile read.

Jovi Larson

Fibergenix Suris

If you are new to the world of alpacas, or are seriously considering becoming a breeder, this is the perfect book-kept beside your bed or in your tote/briefcase-to read as free moments present themselves. It will be time...