Bevaring af vilde dyr og habitater

Bierne er vigtige bestøvere af både vilde og dyrkede planter, men de vilde bier er gået voldsomt tilbage i antal. For at hjælpe bierne må vi beskytte vores vilde natur og tilbyde bierne gode levesteder. Det gør vi bl.a. ved at indrette haven bi-venligt og undlade at sprøjte med giftstoffer. Susanne Harding, der er entomolog, beskriver en række vilde biers levevis og de planter, der året igennem kan hjælpe bierne med at overleve. Illustreret med fotos og tegninger af adskillige kunstnere.

Denne bog præsenterer de almindeligste arter af sommerfugle i den danske natur og ikke mindst i vore haver. Her fortælles om deres interessante liv, som man selv kan iagttage, bare man ved, hvad man skal kigge efter, og om de planter, man med fordel kan anskaffe til haven for at få endnu flere sommerfugle. Dagsommerfugle er smukke, og de vækker uvilkårligt beundring med deres farvepragt og elegante flugt. Vi glædes ved synet af den første gule citronsommerfugl en solskinsdag i februar eller af den farvestrålende dagpåfugleøje, der flakser omkring i staudebedet. Men sommerfugle er også natsværmere, som man ikke ser så meget til, da de først er aktive om aftenen, og møl, der ofte er små, gråbrune kræ. Men også de har har deres egen skønhed og poesi, når man først får øjnene op for dem. De fleste af de sommerfugle, der omtales i denne bog, kan man træffe i en almindelig villahave, og med en blomsterrig have kan man lokke flere til.Illustreret med fotos og tegninger af Peter Nielsen.Forfatter er Susanne Harding, insektøkolog, der også har skrevet bogen "Vilde bier og biplanter" i samme serie bøger.

Following on from its hugely successful launch in 1999, Collins Bird Guide - the ultimate reference book for bird enthusiasts - now enters its second edition.

The Book of Wilding, penned by the talented Isabella Tree, is a captivating literary work that you simply cannot miss. Published in 2023 by the renowned Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, this book is a brilliant addition to the world of literature. The genre of the book is as intriguing as its title, promising an immersive reading experience. The Book of Wilding takes its readers on a journey that is as unpredictable as it is enchanting. Isabella Tree, with her masterful storytelling, weaves a narrative that keeps the readers hooked from the first page to the last. The publication of this book in 2023 marked a significant moment in literature, showcasing the author's prowess and versatility. Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, a name synonymous with quality literature, The Book of Wilding continues to enthrall its readers with its unique narrative and compelling storyline. This book is a testament to Isabella Tree's literary genius and is a must-have for all book lovers.

Aldrig før har så mange ønsket at få en mere vild have. Men hvordan kommer man i gang, og hvad skal man gøre anderledes?TV-værten Lene Beier elsker sin have, for her er plads til pindsvin, insekter, fugle, blomster og selvfølgelig ukrudt. Men alligevel vil hun gerne vide endnu mere om den vilde natur. Derfor tager Lene Beier os med rundt i Danmark for at se, hvordan forskellige haveejere griber netop det an.VILDERE HAVE er historien om Lene Beiers egen frodige have, fortællinger fra otte spændende steder og ekspertens råd om biodiversitet. Og så er bogen fuld af smukke, inspirerende billeder og tips til alle, der gerne vil have mere vildskab ind bag hækken.

Sig hej til HEJ! HEJ! er en smukt illustreret børnebog for de 2- til 5-årige, fuld af skønne dyr og sjove rim. En stor bog til de små om forskelle, ligheder og fællesskab – og et finurligt indblik i den mageløse og mangfoldige dyreverden. Og så er der vigtig pointe med det hele. For mange af dyrene er ved at forsvinde, og det er med at møde dem nu og forstå deres store betydning for kloden, hvis vi skal nå at handle og gøre noget.

Start Small, Think Big is a primary-science picture book series that takes young readers from the small and familiar to new areas of knowledge where they need to think big! Little Brown Nut is about the Brazil nut tree told clearly and carefully to build knowledge about its lifecycle, the Amazon, and the world's rainforests, with a fold-out map.

En skelsættende og central bog om verdens fremtid og masseudryddelsen af planetens artsrigdom, der udspiller sig for øjnene af os. I løbet af den sidste halve milliard år har der været fem masseudryddelser, hvor mangfoldigheden af liv på jorden er faldet pludseligt og dramatisk. Forskere verden over registrerer i øjeblikket en sjette udryddelse af arter, der spås til at blive den mest omfattende siden asteroide-nedslaget på Yucatanhalvøen i Mexico for 66 millioner år siden, da dinosaurerne blev udslettet. Men denne gang kommer katastrofen ikke udefra. Det er os, der skaber den: menneskeheden.I Den sjette masseuddøen formidler videnskabsjournalist og forfatter Elizabeth Kolbert feltarbejdet i biodiversitetens frontlinje, som snesevis af forskere inden for et halvt dusin discipliner har foretaget gennem de seneste årtier. Hun tager almindelige læsere med derud, hvor masseudryddelsen er i fuld gang: til bunden af dybhavet, hvor geologerne studerer borekerner og dokumenterer krisen i oceanerne; til trægrænsen, der klatrer højere og højere op ad Andesbjergene til stor bekymring for botanikerne; til Great Barrier Reef, hvor havbiologerne ser livet rinde ud i korallerne. På levende og øjenåbnende vis introducerer Elizabeth Kolbert også læseren til et dusin utrolige arter, som for nogles vedkommende allerede er væk, mens andre står over for udryddelse og kun holdes i live i unaturlige omgivelser, for eksempel den panamanske gyldne tudse, alkefuglen og sumatranæsehornet.Gennem sine beretninger fra felten leverer Kolbert en bevægende beretning om udryddelsen af arter, der finder sted overalt omkring os, og samtidig undersøger hun artsudryddelsens begrebshistorie, fra pioneren Georges Cuvier i Paris i 1800-tallet og frem til i dag, hvor det snart står klart for enhver, at udryddelsen er et faktum, og at menneskeheden bærer et hovedansvar. Det bliver næppe de syv vidundere, månelandingen og internettet, som vil stå tilbage som menneskehedens verdensarv, men den sjette udryddelse. Som Kolbert skriver, tvinger det os til at genoverveje det grundlæggende spørgsmål om, hvad det vil sige at være menneske.Elizabeth Kolbert vandt en Pulitzer Prize for Den sjette masseuddøen, og den er nr. 1 på The Guardians "100 Best Nonfiction Books of All Time".

Gennem mere end 10 år har forfatteren Robert Zola Christensen rejst i hælene på den kendte danske klimaforsker Sebastian H. Mernild. Sammen har de to været på ekspedition til nogle af verdens mest fjerne egne for at dokumentere, hvad det forandrende klima gør ved vores klode. For der hersker ingen tvivl. Klimaet er under enorme forandringer. Der bliver målt stigende vandstande mange steder, det er blevet varmere, og isen smelter på polerne. Konsekvenserne er enorme.I Da kulden forsvandt tager Sebastian H.  Mernild og Robert Zola Christensen os med ud på Indlandsisen for at bore efter is i flere kilometers dybde, vi er fanget i en snestorm højt oppe i Andesbjergene, og så møder vi de mennesker, der må forlade deres hjem, fordi klimaet tvinger dem væk.Bogen er en barsk og samtidig livsbekræftende reportagerejse til klimafronten, hvor to venner – naturvidenskabsmanden og humanisten – dokumenterer den brutale og uundgåelige udvikling, vi alle er vidne til, og sammen reflekterer de to over, hvad der skal til for at fylde fremtiden med håb.

Legendary conservationists show us that we still have the power to prevent critical consequences of the sixth extinction in this game-changing book.Can we save threatened animals and ecosystems in the midst of a mass extinction? The answer is a resounding yes, and Before They Vanish shows us how. In their ambitious, impassioned, and wise new book, conservation scientists Paul R. Ehrlich, Gerardo Ceballos, and Rodolfo Dirzo urge us to shift our thinking rather than bow our heads, grieving over the losses that humanity faces. This comprehensive look at a crucial but often overlooked aspect of conservation--population extinction--urges us toward a new, hopeful path. While the extinction of species describes the global disappearance of entire kinds of organisms, population extinction represents the loss of fundamental geographic elements of species. The authors argue that conservationists have placed too much emphasis on the extinction of entire species, which occurs gradually enough that we only detect it in the direst of cases, by which time meaningful action may be impossible. By shifting the focus to identifying extinction threats at the more localized population level, we can intervene more rapidly and effectively to prevent broader declines--and the eventual extinction of entire species themselves. This shift represents a critical step in saving these vanishing species; early detection and intervention may be our last, best hope for stemming the tide of this global crisis. Using examples from the worlds of vertebrates, invertebrates, plants, fungi, and microorganisms, the authors explain the concept of population extinction, its causes and consequences, and how to prevent the mass destruction of the amazing and unique creatures with whom we share our planet. This call to action is a must-read for anyone concerned with saving endangered and threatened species, our natural world--and ourselves.

Syv sommerfugleture er en begynderguide til danske sommerfugle skrevet af Kurt Ramskov Laursen. Bogen består af syv ture spredt hen over sommeren til forskellige naturtyper.Hvor og hvornår finder du forskellige sommerfugle i Danmark?Danmark rummer omkring 50 almindelige sommerfuglearter, der kan ses om dagen – arter som skovrandøje, kejserkåbe og tidselsommerfugl.På syv ture til forskellige naturtyper og på forskellige tidspunkter i sommerhalvåret får du her en guide til at opleve alle de almindelige danske sommerfugle. Du får vejledning til, hvor du skal kigge efter arterne, og hvordan du kan genkende arterne. Turene vil give dig et godt indblik i de danske sommerfugles skønhed og levevis.Bogen kræver ingen forhåndsviden og giver dig de nødvendige praktiske råd, så du får størst muligt udbytte af turene. Bogen er rigt illustreret med billeder af de omtalte arter.Lidt om Kurt Ramskov Laursen:Kurt Ramskov Laursen er passioneret sommerfugleobservatør og har siden 2016 registreret mange tusinde fund af sommerfugle fra de fleste områder i Danmark. Han har en baggrund som underviser i gymnasieskolen og fungerer som frivillig guide på sommerfugleture for Danmarks Naturfredningsforening. Han er desuden involveret i overvågning og registrering af nogle af de sjældnere sommerfuglearter på Sydsjælland.

"Why We Need the Sea" is an eloquent ode to the profound significance of Earth's expansive oceans. Delving into the pages of this book is a journey of discovery, where the sea transforms from a vast expanse of water into a lifeline for our planet.This narrative unfolds the ecological marvels of the sea, emphasizing its pivotal role in maintaining global climate balance. From regulating temperature to absorbing carbon dioxide, the sea emerges as a guardian of planetary stability.Beyond its environmental importance, the book navigates the historical tapestry woven by the sea. It explores the cultural richness fostered by coastal civilizations, highlighting the interconnectedness of humanity with the ebb and flow of the tides."Why We Need the Sea" is not merely a scientific exposition but a celebration of the sea's bounty. It unravels the intricate web of marine life, from the mesmerizing depths to the sunlit shallows, showcasing the diversity that sustains both ecosystems and human livelihoods.Ultimately, this literary voyage encapsulates the deep emotional resonance humans share with the sea. It is an urgent call to appreciate, protect, and forge a sustainable coexistence with this vast and mysterious realm that, in essence, shapes the very essence of our existence.

The sixth mass extinction or Anthropocene extinction is one of the most pervasive issues of our time. Animals, Plants and Afterimages brings together leading scholars in the humanities and life sciences to explore how extinct species are represented in art and visual culture, with a special emphasis on museums. Engaging with celebrated cases of vanished species such as the quagga and the thylacine as well as less well-known examples of animals and plants, these essays explore how representations of recent and ancient extinctions help advance scientific understanding and speak to contemporary ecological and environmental concerns.

Keineswegs polemisch, jedoch wortgewaltig und mit viel Leidenschaft trägt Gabriele Taubenhuber ihre Anliegen jeweils im öffentlichen Teil der Ratssitzungen im Rahmen der Bürgerfragestunde vor. Warum sie das tut? ¿Es bereitet mir einfach körperliche Schmerzen, wenn ich sehe, dass es auf unseren landwirtschaftlich genutzten Feldern keinen Platz mehr für Pflanzen und Blumen gibt und somit auch keine Nahrung mehr für unsere Insekten und Vögel¿

"Conventional wisdom is that wild animals are being wiped out. But conventional wisdom skips some important details. Wildlife is rebounding. Not everywhere. Not every species. But a handful of wildlife populations have reached numbers unimaginable in a century. Red deer in Europe, bison in North America, humpback whales in the Atlantic. They have all seen their populations explode. They are back from the brink, numbering in the tens, or even hundreds, of thousands. Their return thrills those who have rooted for their recovery. It terrifies those who grew comfortable without them. This book tracks-and tries to understand-these dramatic rebounds. It shines a light on species returning to forests and farms, prairies and oceans, rivers and cities. It asks how these transformations can be happening and what they have to teach"--

A debut memoir from one of the first women in the United States to study wild wolves in their natural habitat—a story of passion, resilience, and determination.“The story of a woman in a career dominated by men, tracking wolves as they return to a world dominated by humans—Diane Boyd’s A Woman Among Wolves is, in more ways than one, a gripping and vital portrait of wolf repopulation. It is impossible not to root for her, or for the wolves.”—Erica Berry, author of WolfishCalled the Jane Goodall of wolves, world-renowned wildlife biologist Diane Boyd has spent four decades studying and advocating for wolves in the wilds of Montana near Glacier National Park. When she started in the 1970s, she was the only female biologist in the United States researching and radio-collaring wild wolves. With her two dogs for company, she faced the rigors of the Montana winter in an isolated cabin without running water or electricity.Boyd fearlessly forded icy rivers, strapped on skis to navigate thick stands of lodgepole pine, and monitored packs from the air in a tiny bush plane that skimmed the treetops so she could count wolves and see what they were feeding on. She faced down grizzly bears, mountain lions, wolverines—and the occasional trapper—as she stalked her quarry: a handful of wolves that were making their way south from Canada into Montana. Resilient and resourceful, she devised her own trapping methods and negotiated with locals as wolf populations grew from the first natural colonizer to more than 3,000 wolves in the West today.In this captivating book, Boyd takes the reader on a wild ride from the early days of wolf research to the present-day challenges of wolf management across the globe, highlighting her interactions with an apex predator that captured her heart and her undying admiration. Her writing resonates with her indomitable spirit as she explores the intricate balance of human and wolf coexistence.

“Fans of Merlin Sheldrake’s Entangled Life and Suzanne Simard’s Finding the Mother Tree will enjoy Seifert’s latest... A perspective-shifting guide to our microfungal matrix.”—KirkusEven though we can’t always see them, fungi exist all around us. From forests and farms to food and medicine—and even our homes and bodies—fungal connections shape how we live.In this illuminating book, readers will “discover how these marvels of nature enrich (and sometimes threaten) our lives.”(Peter Wohlleben, New York Times-bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees.Esteemed career mycologist Keith Seifert reveals the important role that microscopic fungi, including yeasts, molds, and slimes, play in our lives, all while remaining invisible to the naked eye. Divided into sections, each one exploring a different environment where fungi thrive, The Hidden Kingdom of Fungi introduces readers to the fascinating world of mycology, with information on:How fungi are at the heart of life-changing medical breakthroughs, including the development of antibiotics such as penicillin and organ transplant drugs.Where fungi live in our homes and how they influence our health, from our gut to our scalps.How fungi add important vitamins to our diet and make our favorite foods and drinks possible, including wine, cheese, chocolate, and beer.The essential role fungi are playing in innovative technologies, such as creating alternative energy sources, reducing plastic pollution, cleaning up toxins from oil spills, and even building architecture for a Mars colony.Despite their many benefits, we hold a precarious relationship with fungi: fungal diseases lead to over 1 million deaths each year, and they have played a destructive role in disasters ranging from the Irish Potato Famine to possibly even the extinction of the dinosaurs. The Hidden Kingdom of Fungi urges us to better understand our relationship with fungi—and to plan our future with them in mind—while revealing their world in all its beautiful complexity.

Book Five in the Award-Winning “Alpha Wolves of Yellowstone” series“Rick’s writing is so vivid, so powerful, that I feel I have been right there with him among the wolves of Yellowstone.”—Jane GoodallFollowing eight major wolf personalities, Thinking Like a Wolf draws on decades of field notes to uncover the challenges and triumphs of Yellowstone’s wolf packs, from the “chief historian of the most famous wolf population in the world” (Washington Post).In his latest book, award-winning author and renowned wolf researcher, Rick McIntyre, explores the intricate world of wolf behavior in Yellowstone National Park and highlights the individual character traits that allow wolf packs to thrive.Unveiling power struggles, pack politics, the roles of family protection, inter-pack conflicts, and more, Rick skillfully follows the intricacy of packs and the unique attributes each wolf has. In these true stories, he celebrates the many lessons we can learn from wolf packs and the dynamic personalities that enable them to expand across new territories amidst adversity.Weaving an impressive web of politics and power, family cooperation and commitment, rivalry and resilience, Thinking Like a Wolf provides readers with a unique window into the fascinating inner workings of wolf packs.

The graphic novel adaptation of Peter Wohlleben’s international bestseller, with breathtaking illustrations and easy-to-follow text that will delight readers young and old.Are trees social beings? For forester Peter Wohlleben, the answer has always been yes, the forest is a social network. Trees live like human families: tree parents live together with their children, support them as they grow, share nutrients with those who are sick and struggling, and even warn each other of impending dangers.This vibrantly illustrated graphic novel follows Peter as its loveable main character, revealing the secret network of the forest and sharing struggles and triumphs from his career protecting trees. Told in Peter’s warm, conversational voice, not unlike that of a beloved grandfather chatting fireside, this visually stunning book offers scientific insights and pearls of wisdom gained from Peter’s decades of observing forests, including how trees impact weather and climate, how they communicate with each other, and how they interact with fungal networks deep within the ground. It also offers poignant memories from Peter’s personal life.Featuring 240 pages of full-color illustrations and text covering the entirety of The Hidden Life of Trees, this adaptation honors the spirit of the original book by seeking to change the way the world looks at trees, and will inspire generations of readers to celebrate the natural world and protect our last remaining forests before it’s too late.

The development of plant structures like prickles involves a complex interplay of genetic pathways and regulatory networks. In this book, author used molecular analysis to identify potential gene networks and transcription factors regulating prickle development in Solanum viarum, a prickly plant species.The prickleless mutant was used as a model system to investigate the molecular mechanisms involved in prickle development. RNA sequencing and transcriptomic analysis were used to identify differentially expressed genes in the prickleless mutant compared to wild type plants. Further analysis of these genes revealed potential signaling pathways and genetic pathways involved in prickle development. Proteomic and metabolomic analysis were also used to identify potential protein-protein interactions and secondary metabolic pathways involved in the regulation of prickle development.To reconstruct gene networks involved in prickle development, gene co-expression and clustering analysis were performed, and gene ontology analysis was used to predict protein function. Pathway analysis was performed to identify potential pathways involved in prickle development, and the findings were validated by gene knockouts and other genetic manipulations.This book revealed the prickle development in Solanum viarum is regulated by a complex network of genes and pathways, including those involved in plant morphology, growth, and cell differentiation. Hormonal regulation also played a significant role, with plant hormones like auxin, cytokinin, abscisic acid, gibberellins, ethylene, and jasmonic acid being involved in the regulation of prickle development.Additionally, plant defense and secondary metabolism pathways were identified as playing a role in prickle development. The identification of potential gene networks and regulatory pathways involved in prickle development provides important insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying the development of plant structures; the information in this book could be used to develop new strategies for improving plant growth and development, as well as for crop breeding and genetic engineering.

For readers 9-12, get up close and personal with a clever corvid and discover the fascinating world of crows.Crows are all around us, shouting from lamp posts, poking around on lawns, and generally taking a bright-eyed interest in everything that moves. But most of us don’t know much about their lives. In How to Know a Crow, award-winning author Candace Savage invites us into the fascinating world of these big, brash, and surprisingly brainy birds.From the moment baby crow Oki pokes her egg tooth through her shell and emerges into her nest, we are her constant companions. As we follow her through the seasons of her life, we explore how crows see and sense the world.With How to Know a Crow, uncover the answers to questions such as:Do crows have families?How do crows communicate with one another?Do crows play?How can we interact with them?Featuring gorgeous illustrations from Rachel Hudson, How to Know a Crow is a memorable journey of discovery.

From a Yellowstone wildlife guide, learn to tap into animal sounds and decode the secret conversations happening all around you.“An engaging guide to a world of wonders hiding in plain sight.”—Peter Wohlleben, New York Times bestselling author of The Inner Life of Animals and The Hidden Life of TreesHumans once relied on the calls of wild animals to understand the natural world and their place within it. Now, this remarkable guide reveals what our ancestors knew long ago—that tuning in to the owl in the tree, the deer in the gully, can tell us important information and help us feel connected to our wild community.Wildlife ecologist George Bumann shares fascinating stories and insights he has gained from leading animal intelligence tours in Yellowstone National Park alongside tips, tricks, and advice for readers living in urban, suburban and rural areas. As Bumann clearly shows, you don’t need an exotic vacation for wildlife encounters; listening to and observing creatures in your own backyard, on nearby trails, and in local parks, fields, and forests can lead to extraordinary experiences and a profound sense of belonging.Are you ready to eavesdrop on your wild neighbors? Are you ready to learn how to tell a warning call from a mating call, a purr of satisfaction from idle chatter? Then this book is for you!

In the sensitive woven artwork of biodiversity, certain species wind up roosted on the slope of elimination, wavering on the verge as dire preservation challenges continue. This basic point requests prompt consideration and purposeful endeavors to forestall irreversible misfortunes in our planet's organic variety. One of the essential variables adding to the unstable condition of these species is living space obliteration. As human exercises extend, normal living spaces shrivel, driving numerous greenery to the brink of endurance. Deforestation, urbanization, and environmental change have sped up this cycle, passing on species with decreasing spaces to flourish and satisfy their natural jobs. Unlawful untamed life exchange remains as one more imposing danger, pushing various species to the edge of annihilation. Poaching for colorful pets, conventional prescriptions, and fancy merchandise has wrecked populaces of notable and less popular species the same. The rewarding idea of this illegal industry energizes a constant attack on biodiversity, requesting prompt and hearty mediation to control its staggering outcomes. Environmental change arises as a pervasive hazard intensifying the situation of weak species. Modified weather conditions, increasing temperatures, and outrageous occasions disturb environments, putting extra weight on previously striving populaces. The criticalness of tending to environmental change as a protection challenge couldn't possibly be more significant, as its belongings pervade each feature of the regular world. Additionally, intrusive species present a slippery danger, outcompeting local greenery for assets and in a general sense modifying environments. The unrestrained spread of non-local species disturbs fragile natural adjusts, driving endemic creatures to the edge as they wrestle with new contenders. Despite these difficulties, critical protection activity is basic. Exhaustive living space insurance, reclamation drives, and reasonable improvement rehearses should be carried out to moderate the effects of natural surroundings obliteration. Hearty enemy of poaching measures, worldwide participation, and rigid policing vital for battle unlawful natural life exchange. Addressing environmental change requests worldwide obligation to decrease ozone harming substance emanations and execute versatile techniques to shield weak species. Also, controlling the spread of intrusive species requires careful checking, the executives, and rebuilding endeavors to safeguard local biodiversity. The species on the verge act as piercing tokens of the interconnectedness of all life on The planet. Their endurance relies on our aggregate liability to save and safeguard the rich embroidered artwork of life that supports our planet. Just through earnest and facilitated preservation endeavors might we at any point desire to steer the results for these endangered species and secure a more biodiverse and strong future.

Silent Roar: The Predicament of Imperiled Creatures" is a piercing and reminiscent investigation of the fragile harmony among mankind and the collective of animals, revealing insight into the desperate conditions looked by a portion of the World's most jeopardized species. This narrative is an enthralling excursion into the core of preservation challenges, uncovering the quiet cries of creatures near the very edge of elimination. The book handily explores through different environments, catching the great excellence of animals presently wavering on the edge of insensibility. From the thick rainforests to the immense savannahs and the profundities of the seas, "Silent Roar" slyly uncovered the dangers these creatures face, going from environment misfortune and environmental change to poaching and human-natural life struggle. Through amazing cinematography and close narrating, the narrative acquaints us with the enthusiastic people and associations committing their lives to safeguarding these species. Their battles and wins structure a convincing story that fills in as a source of inspiration for watchers around the world. It prompts reflection on our aggregate liability to safeguard the rich biodiversity that supports our planet. The book doesn't avoid resolving the moral inquiries encompassing preservation, diving into the intricacies of human intercessions, for example, hostage rearing and renewed introduction programs. It provokes watchers to examine the moral problems innate in our endeavors to save species from elimination while wrestling with the potentially negative results of our activities. "Silent Roar " isn't just a documentation of despondency; it is a demonstration of the strength of nature and the unstoppable soul of those focused on protecting it. As the title proposes, the narrative catches the quiet thunder of imperiled creatures, a supplication for help that resounds through the regular world. Through its strong narrating and outwardly capturing symbolism, "Silent Roar" urges us to tune in and answer before it's past the point of no return, motivating a restored obligation to protection and conjunction.

The story of one woman's remarkable work with a trio of charismatic, endangered bird species--and her discoveries about the devastating threats that imperil them. In Feather Trails, wildlife biologist and birder Sophie A. H. Osborn reveals how the harmful environmental choices we've made--including pesticide use, the introduction of invasive species, lead poisoning, and habitat destruction--have decimated Peregrine Falcons, Hawaiian Crows, and California Condors. In the Rocky Mountains, the cloud forests of Hawai'i, and the Grand Canyon, Sophie and her colleagues work day-to-day to try to reintroduce these birds to the wild, even when it seems that the odds are steeply stacked against their survival. With humor and suspense, Feather Trails introduces us to the fascinating behaviors and unique personalities of Sophie's avian charges and shows that what endangers them ultimately threatens all life on our planet. More than a deeply researched environmental investigation, Feather Trails is also a personal journey and human story, in which Sophie overcomes her own obstacles--among them heat exhaustion, poachers, rattlesnakes, and chauvinism. Ultimately, Feather Trails is an inspiring, poignant narrative about endangered birds and how our choices can help to ensure a future not only for the rarest species, but for us too. "An intimate look at the wonder and effort needed for working with endangered species in the wild. [Osborn's] matter-of-fact writing style and wry humor make the reader part of the action."--Booklist (starred review)