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A Sting in the Tale is a captivating book written by Dave Goulson. Published in 2014 by Vintage Publishing, this engaging read falls under the genre of non-fiction. The book takes you on a fascinating journey, giving you a peek into the intriguing world of bees. Dave Goulson, a renowned biologist and bumblebee expert, shares his deep love for these tiny creatures and the vital role they play in our ecosystem. The book is not just an informative piece but also an urgent plea to protect these often misunderstood and underappreciated insects. A Sting in the Tale is a must-read for nature enthusiasts and anyone interested in the conservation of our planet's precious biodiversity. Don't miss out on this riveting tale from Vintage Publishing.

The essential guide for puppy owners - the half million copy bestseller widely recognised as a classic work - revised and updated for the first time in two decades

Following Atticus is Tom Ryan's moving true story, of a man and his remarkable dog.Tom Ryan is a middle-aged, overweight, no-nonsense newspaper editor. But when Atticus M. Finch, a Miniature Schnauzer, arrives, he is forced to question everything about his life. Wanting to raise money in memory of a friend who died of cancer, Tom decides that they will both climb 48 of New Hampshire's mountains during a single winter - twice.What awaits the pair is the adventure of a lifetime. In an enchanting but dangerous winter wonderland, they face raging blizzards, frostbite and storms. It is a rare test of endurance that soon becomes a soul-searching journey. And then, within a month of returning home, tragedy strikes. Atticus goes blind, and the blood tests suggest something even worse. Now facing an even greater challenge, Tom and Atticus undertake a journey through darkness and into light. For anyone that loved Marley and Me, Following Atticus by Tom Ryan is a heartwarming story of friendship, selflessness, redemption -- and above all, love.Tom Ryan worked as an editor until 2007, when he decided to sell his newspaper move to the White Mountains of New Hampshire. He started climbing in memory of a friend who died of cancer, and in the last five years has climbed an incredible four hundred and fifty 4,000-foot peaks.

The Perfect Puppy is one of the most popular puppy-care guides in the world, having sold over 350,000 copies

Get your one-stop guide for understanding and raising this popular pet lizard. Reptiles are now kept in one out of every seven pet homes, so it's no surprise that millions have gone gaga for geckos.

This comprehensive, illustrated book gives essential advice on how to become the pack leader by understanding and interpreting the body language of man's best friend.

"At leve med en Tjekkoslovakisk Ulvehund er ikke en hobby, det er en livsstil."Denne bog er skrevet med kærlighed og ærlighed om den Tjekkoslovakiske Ulvehunds fortræffeligheder og fortrædeligheder.Myter om denne fantastiske og udfordrende race kommer igennem storvasken hos de to forfattere, der ikke lægger skjul på, at det kræver ekstraordinær tålmodighed at (vej)lede denne majestæt. Det beskriver de blandt andet med 'Bilka-testen'."Vores vigtigste mission er at gøre folk bekendt med racen, så man ikke køber den for udseendets skyld. Den er uegnet som potensforlænger, og det er synd for både ejer og hund, hvis man vælger forkert."Bogen handler om Tjekkoslovakisk Ulvehund, men kan med fordel læses af alle hundeinteresserede.

Bogen behandler alle hovedgrupper for urochordater og cephalochordater til vertebrater inkl. slimål. For hver gruppe gennemgås fylogeni, ydre morfologi, vigtige organsystemer og embryologi samt evt. centrale træk i dyrenes biologi. Dertil kommer en systematisk oversigt, hvor et stort antal udvalgte arter og slægter præsenteres med oplysninger, som går ud over det rent håndbogsmæssige.

"A richly illustrated guide to wasps around the world. Wasps have been around since before the dinosaurs and are one of the world's largest insect groups. More than 150,000 species have been identified, and while the black-and-yellow insect with a cinched waist may be the most familiar, most wasps are tiny parasitoids that use other insects for food. Wasps of the World provides a breathtaking look at the diverse characteristics, habitats, and lifestyles of these extraordinary insects."--Page [4] of cover.

Hver årstid har sin karakter – og sine fugle. De stille vintermåneder går over i de forårsmånedernes hektiske aktivitet, hvor fuglesangen tager til. Så kommer sommerens jagt på føde til de små unger, og når efteråret sætter ind, er det tid for mange fugle til at bryde op for at drage mod varmere himmelstrøg.Denne kalender løber parallelt med fuglenes liv – her kan aftaler skrives op side efter side med notater om fugle i haven eller i naturen.Den perfekte kalender for naturinteresserede og de mange, der følger fuglenes liv på foderbrættet.

Have you ever wished you could get the dog in your life to behave better?Southend Dog Training founder Adam Spivey can help. In this indispensable book he teaches you all you need to know to build a better connection with your dog and solve any behavioural issues with simple, proven training techniques. He won't just tell you what to do to get your dog to listen to your commands, but will also help you to understand how your dog thinks and why they might be struggling with certain things.Here are just a few of the things How to Train Your Dog will help you with: - Lead training, recall and reactivity when you're out and about - Jumping up, excessive barking and reacting to the TV or doorbell- Do's and don'ts for households with children and/or multiple dogs- Chewing, biting and destructive behaviourNo matter how big or small your dog's issues, whether it's old or young, a rescue or puppy, or if you live in a multi-dog household, Adam's inimitable straight-talking approach will get you to a better place with your best friend.

Hvad er rogn, og hvordan kan vi bruge den i vores køkken på en bæredygtig måde med respekt for naturen og med fokus på smag, ikke mindst i det grønne køkken? Rogn er æg fra fisk, krebsdyr og bløddyr og spises både som en dagligdags, folkekær spise som torskerogn og er populær som sæsonvare som stenbiderrogn, men rogn er også en eftertragtet og dyr, gastronomisk delikatesse som caviar.Bogen Rogn illustrerer de forskellige anvendelser af mange slags rogn både ved klassiske og nyfortolkede retter såvel som helt nye tilberedninger.Den er blevet til som et samarbejde mellem en kok, Klavs Styrbæk, og en videnskabsmand, Ole G. Mouritsen, der sammen er gået i køkkenet for at blive klogere på rogn ved at smage sig frem, eksperimentere og udvise interesse for at kombinere nysgerrighed og viden med godt kokkehåndværk.Rogn, der er flot illustreret med fotografier af Jonas Drotner Mouritsen, henvender sig til et bredt publikum, som er interesseret i verden og den del af verden, vi spiser.

Ten Birds That Changed the World is a captivating book penned by renowned author, Stephen Moss. Published in 2023 by Guardian Faber Publishing, this book delves into the fascinating world of ornithology. The genre of the book is non-fiction, focusing on nature and wildlife. Moss, with his expert storytelling, takes readers on a journey through the lives of ten extraordinary bird species that have had a profound impact on human civilization. From their unique behaviors to their remarkable survival skills, these birds have not only intrigued scientists but also inspired cultures and societies around the globe. This book is an enlightening read for anyone interested in nature, wildlife, or the intricate bond between humans and birds. Published by Guardian Faber Publishing, it is a testament to Moss's deep understanding and passion for the avian world.

Learn about the natural history of the domestic dog from a feeding perspective and what this means for the dogs we live and work with. Assess how the human-dog relationship can affect the nutritional choices we make for our dogs and how this might impact on your own dog's diet. Apply practical nutritional knowledge to support your own dog's nutrition, with chapters devoted to specific life stages, health, wellbeing and activity.

An "illustrated guide to the incredible diversity of snakes around the world. Snakes are found on every continent except Antarctica and have evolved to occupy a vast range of habitats, from mountains to oceans and deserts to rain forests. Snakes of the World explores their extraordinary diversity, with an in-depth introduction covering anatomy, behavior, habitats, reproduction, conservation, and other essential topics. This expert guide also includes profiles of some of the approximately 4,000 species of snakes, featuring examples from every family and subfamily. Each family profile highlights the remarkable appearance, characteristics, and lifestyle of notable snake species. Covering how snakes use venom or constriction to subdue their prey, how a snake's appearance can aid camouflage or boast of its killing capacity, and how habitat destruction is jeopardizing the future of many species, Snakes of the World is an invaluable guide to these fascinating reptiles."--Back cover.

The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs: A New History of Their Lost World is a captivating book by renowned paleontologist Steve Brusatte. Published in 2019 by WILLIAM MORROW, this book provides a fresh perspective on the fascinating world of dinosaurs. The book is a unique blend of history and science, diving deep into the rise and fall of the most dominant creatures that ever lived on Earth. The author, Steve Brusatte, brilliantly narrates the evolutionary journey of these magnificent creatures, their rise to dominance, and their eventual downfall. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Earth and the life that once roamed it. It's a thrilling journey back in time, brought to life by one of the most respected voices in the field. A masterpiece in the genre of paleontology, this book is sure to captivate readers from start to finish.

New from the author of acclaimed bestseller The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs ("A masterpiece of science writing" ?Washington Post) and ?one of the stars of modern paleontology? (National Geographic), a sweeping and revelatory history of mammals, illuminating the lost story of the extraordinary family tree that led to us We humans are the inheritors of a dynasty that has reigned over the planet for nearly 66 million years, through fiery cataclysm and ice ages: the mammals. Our lineage includes saber-toothed tigers, woolly mammoths, armadillos the size of a car, cave bears three times the weight of a grizzly, clever scurriers that outlasted Tyrannosaurus rex, and even other types of humans, like Neanderthals. Indeed humankind and many of the beloved fellow mammals we share the planet with today?lions, whales, dogs?represent only the few survivors of a sprawling and astonishing family tree that has been pruned by time and mass extinctions. How did we get here?In his acclaimed bestseller The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs?hailed as ?the ultimate dinosaur biography? by Scientific American?American paleontologist Steve Brusatte enchanted readers with his definitive his - tory of the dinosaurs. Now, picking up the narrative in the ashes of the extinction event that doomed T-rex and its kind, Brusatte explores the remarkable story of the family of animals that inherited the Earth?mammals? and brilliantly reveals that their story is every bit as fascinating and complex as that of the dinosaurs.Beginning with the earliest days of our lineage some 325 million years ago, Brusatte charts how mammals survived the asteroid that claimed the dinosaurs and made the world their own, becoming the astonishingly diverse range of animals that dominate today's Earth. Brusatte also brings alive the lost worlds mammals inhabited through time, from ice ages to volcanic catastrophes. Entwined in this story is the detective work he and other scientists have done to piece together our understanding using fossil clues and cutting-edge technology.A sterling example of scientific storytelling by one of our finest young researchers, The Rise and Reign of the Mammals illustrates how this incredible history laid the foundation for today's world, for us, and our future.

Learn how to create four hyper-realistic wild animals, with step-by-step instructions and photos from start to finish, written by a world class needle felting artist. The book shows a range of armatures, coats, textures, shapes, and finishing touches.

He passionately argues that we must all learn to love, respect and care for our six-legged friends. Eye-opening, inspiring and riveting, Silent Earth is part love letter to the insect world, part elegy, part rousing manifesto for a greener planet.

Den svenske hundeguru Anders Hallgren er uddannet psykolog og den første hundepsykolog i Europa og formentlig også i resten af verden.Han har mere end 50 års erfaring som hundepsykolog og træner og har skrevet over 30 bøger om hundeadfærd.I "Et godt hundeliv" kommer han i kort form omkring: Dagligdagen med hunden / Hundens sprog og kommunikation / Hundens sanser / Den første tid med hvalpen / Læring og leg med hvalpen / Den unge hund / Den voksne hund / Den gamle hund.Bogen er meget pædagogisk opbygget. Med mellemrum opsummeres de vigtigste pointer i nogle få linjer med overskriften: "Tænk på at ", og i slutningen af hvert kapitel er en liste med svar på de almindeligste spørgsmål.

Er du god til at finde ting? Se hvor hurtigt, du kan finde og tælle de forskellige dyr på gården og mon du kan finde mariehønen på forsiden af bogen? Denne bog med de sjove dyr fra Wacky Wonders verdenen er god til enhver hyggestund. Læs den lille søde historie og find de forskellige dyr og ting fra gården i de 5 opslag. Barbo Toys produkter er designet med omsorg her i Danmark og med fokus på bæredygtighed og materialer af høj kvalitet. Vores produkter er designet og fremstillet efter filosofien “lær gennem leg” og understøtter og stimulerer aktivt barnets fantasi og læringsudvikling. Velegnet til børn fra 12 måneder.Andre bøger i samme serie:Wacky Wonders - Årstiderne på gården Wacky Wonders - Mad fra bondegården Wacky Wonders - En dag på gården