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Uganda is probably the best country to visit for access to African butterflies, with a wide range of habitats and a very pleasant climate all year round. The road network is good, providing access to accommodation that is clean, with good food and a warm welcome.This second edition has 70 colour plates, 14 more than the first edition, with 96 more photographs, covering 33 more species. All photographs were taken during five visits to Uganda, between 2016 and 2020, mostly, but not exclusively, in places that visitors will go to see other animals, such as birds, chimpanzees or gorillas.The major habitats can be roughly equally divided between savannah and forest, both of which are comfortable to walk in and offer a rich selection of butterflies, with about 1270 species on the list, about double what South Africa has to offer. We have provided a brief description of the places we would recommend but you will find butterflies everywhere in Uganda.

"An encounter with a spider will never be the same again ... This warm-hearted book offers fascinating science and captivating storytelling to persuade readers to fall in love with -- or at least tolerate -- these eight-legged wonders. Eight-Legged Wonders unveils the remarkable lives of one of the most misunderstood and maligned creatures on the planet: the spider. With over 50,000 species, spiders play vital roles in our ecosystems and the vast majority are harmless to humans. With this in mind, shouldn't we at least try to set aside our creepy-crawly associations, and cultivate a deeper appreciation for these truly wonderful beings? Eight-Legged Wonders helps us do just that. In this affectionate and surprisingly giddy ode to spiders, James O'Hanlon, a scientist and spider expert, introduces spiders that we may never have noticed before, including spiders that cosplay as ants, balloon through the air, and scuba-dive. He describes the peacock spider's colorful dances and the Portia jumping spider's cunning hunting techniques. He dispels bite concerns, highlights groundbreaking research using spiders for human benefit, and aims to shift perceptions, ultimately revealing spiders as truly remarkable beings worthy of our admiration."--

"Called 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."--

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 lives and habitats of two majestic bird species are shared through striking space, aerial, and surface photographs to artfully convey the fragile elegance of life on Earth.New perspectives can inspire us to think differently about our place in the universe. The first photos of Earth from space showed the home of all known life as a small “blue marble” in a vast darkness and are thought by many to have inspired the environmental movement. For Dr. Roberta L. Bondar, the first female Canadian astronaut and the world’s first neurologist in space, the rare perspective she enjoyed aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery enhanced her reverence for the world we share with non-human life— especially birds, the only animals also able to fly vast distances across the globe.In Space for Birds: Patterns and Parallels of Beauty and Flight, Bondar, also an accomplished professional nature and landscape photographer, focuses her lens on two international species: the endangered Whooping Crane, which migrates from its boreal nesting grounds in Canada’s Wood Buffalo National Park to the seaside abundance of its winter habitat in Texas; and the near-threatened Lesser Flamingo, which is seen in dazzling pink flocks on and above East African Rift Valley soda lakes. Photos from the International Space Station convey the continental scale of these birds’ travels, and Bondar’s aerial and surface photos, accompanied by insights both scientific and personal, offer intimate glimpses of their daily lives and unique behaviours. While these birds lead different lives on opposite sides of the globe, they share, with each other and with us, an imperative to survive and a reliance on Earth’s fragile ecosystems.This book complements a travelling photographic exhibit, Patterns & Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive.

"Identify West Virginia birds with this easy-to-use field guide, organized by color and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information. Make birdwatching in West Virginia even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela's famous bird guides, field identification is simple and informative. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don't live in your area. The Birds of West Virginia Field Guide features 125 species of West Virginia birds organized by color for ease of use. Full-page photographs present the species as you'll see them in nature, and a "compare" feature helps you to decide between look-alikes"--

"A humorous guide to Bay Area animal life, featuring more than sixty species of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and insects"--

Updated for the first time in twenty years with completely redrawn birds and more, the classic and remarkably easy-to-use guide for identifying birds in the Sierra Nevada.John Muir Laws began his lifelong project of connecting people to the natural world when he noticed that novice birders often distinguish birds by color and size rather than by family, genus, and species. Inspired by his observation, he created a guide to Sierra birds that assumes no prior birding knowledge on the part of the reader. The guide became the most popular of its kind, used frequently by local birders and visitors alike. Now updated for the first time in twenty years, The Laws Field Guide to Sierra Birds—originally published as Sierra Birds: A Hiker’s Guide—features fully redrawn color illustrations throughout.Color-coded keys eliminate the time-consuming frustration of thumbing randomly through a guide, and a cross-index is also included for more advanced birders. All this in a format that is simply organized, lightweight, and small enough to tuck inside a pocket. Featuring more than 200 species, The Laws Field Guide to Sierra Birds is a friendly, invaluable resource for anyone seeking to identify birds in the Sierra Nevada mountain range.

"Explores the beautiful, comic, and endearing qualities of over fifteen bird species that live among California's oaks"--

Discover the fascinating stories behind 300 species of insects and explore their world.Did you know that insects are essential to life on Earth? Without them, we simply couldn't exist-they pollinate our crops, break down dead matter, and play a vital role in our ecosystems. Yet their numbers are plummeting in the face of changing climates, pesticide use, and threats to their essential habitats. This cutting-edge book, grounded in the latest research by the Royal Entomological Society, teaches you all you need to know about bugs, beetles, butterflies, and more-revealing how vital they are to us and we are to them.From a look at Ancient Egyptian beekeeping, to the use of insects in medicines, to their importance in art and literature, this fascinating book knits together science, food, culture, and natural history.With advice on spotting insects in a range of habitats, species identification notes, a guide to attracting beneficial insects to your outdoor space, and more, this book is the ultimate wildlife lover's companion.

Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide.Birds are dinosaurs with a history going back millions of years. Our fascination with them runs deep in history, and our close association is reflected in creation stories, myths, legends, songs, and children's stories.This book explores:Both the natural history of birds and that deep cultural connection. From their evolution and anatomy to their behavior and diversity.Hawks, finches, swans, or birds of paradise, moving the focus away from a predictable species-by-species account and allowing for truly global coverage. The bold nature of European Robins and why they are associated with Christmas; the mythical Phoenix, which rises from the ashes; and learn about eagles, from their hunting prowess to their myriad of stories and symbolism. Packed with information, beautiful photography, and illustrations, The Bird Book is a must-have for nature enthusiasts.

"Chirps and Challenges: The Economic Impact of Bird Flu Outbreaks" offers a detailed exploration of the multifaceted consequences that avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, inflicts on the economy. This insightful analysis delves into the intricate relationship between bird flu outbreaks and various economic sectors, shedding light on the challenges faced by industries, businesses, and communities affected by the spread of avian diseases.The comprehensive examination begins by unraveling the economic repercussions on the poultry industry, a primary sector directly impacted by bird flu outbreaks. It addresses the financial losses incurred by farmers, the decline in poultry production, and the subsequent disruptions in the supply chain. Moreover, the guide investigates how such outbreaks reverberate through related industries, including feed production, transportation, and food processing, influencing market dynamics on a broader scale.Beyond agriculture, "Chirps and Challenges" investigates the economic ripples that extend to public health systems and healthcare industries. It analyzes the financial burdens placed on healthcare infrastructure, the costs associated with prevention and containment efforts, and the potential economic strain caused by increased demand for medical resources.The guide also explores the broader economic implications for affected regions, considering factors such as tourism, trade restrictions, and the overall impact on local economies. Additionally, it addresses global repercussions, as bird flu outbreaks can trigger shifts in international trade patterns and influence the prices of poultry products in the global market.Through this exploration, "Chirps and Challenges" aims to equip policymakers, businesses, and communities with a deeper understanding of the economic dimensions of bird flu outbreaks. By providing insights into the various challenges posed by avian influenza, the guide encourages proactive measures, preparedness, and collaborative strategies to mitigate the economic fallout associated with these infectious diseases.In summary, "Chirps and Challenges" serves as a valuable resource for stakeholders seeking to comprehend, anticipate, and respond effectively to the intricate economic dynamics intertwined with bird flu outbreaks.

"Life in the Pocket: Kangaroo Nurturing Mysteries" dives into the captivating universe of kangaroo nurturing, offering a one of a kind point of view on the supporting propensities for these notable marsupials and attracting fascinating equals to human nurturing. The book disentangles the secrets hid inside the kangaroo pocket, investigating the unpredictable elements of maternal consideration, nourishing techniques, and the helpful endeavors of the two moms and fathers in raising their young. Perusers set out on an excursion through the Australian wild, acquiring experiences into the regular living space and ecological variables that shape kangaroo nurturing ways of behaving. From the defensive senses of moms to the unrecognized heroics of kangaroo fathers, the book reveals the phenomenal variations and methods for surviving utilized by these marsupials. "Life in the Pocket" isn't only a perception of creature conduct; it fills in as a wellspring of motivation for human guardians. The book features the equals between kangaroo nurturing and human providing care, offering important illustrations that can be applied in current everyday life. By analyzing the versatility and flexibility of kangaroo guardians notwithstanding natural dangers, the book draws convincing correlations with the difficulties looked by human guardians today. Logical bits of knowledge assume an essential part in the story, with a devoted section investigating exploration and concentrates on kangaroo nurturing. The ramifications for human youngster improvement are inspected, giving an extension between the set of all animals and the developing scene of nurturing science. As perusers progress through the pages, they witness the steady change from pocket to autonomy, finding how kangaroo posterity explore life outside the pocket. The book finishes up with a union of kangaroo nurturing mysteries, offering reasonable focal points for human guardians and imagining a future of nurturing that flawlessly mixes the best of nature and support. "Life in the Pocket" isn't simply a zoological investigation; it's a charming investigation of the general topics of care, strength, and family bonds.

"Diversity in Vertebrate Locomotion: From Fins to Wings" embarks on a fascinating journey through the myriad ways vertebrates traverse their environments, showcasing the remarkable adaptations that have evolved over millions of years. This comprehensive exploration unravels the intricate tapestry of locomotion, from the graceful undulations of fins beneath the water's surface to the soaring flight of winged creatures in the skies.Within the pages of this enlightening volume, readers delve into the dynamic world of vertebrate movement, where diversity takes center stage. The narrative unfolds as a captivating narrative that examines the evolution of locomotion strategies across different species, highlighting the astonishing variety of forms and functions that have emerged.From the aquatic elegance of fish navigating oceans to the terrestrial prowess of mammals exploring diverse landscapes, and the airborne acrobatics of birds soaring through the air, each chapter unveils the specific adaptations that enable these vertebrates to thrive in their respective habitats. The book acts as a visual and intellectual feast, filled with illustrations, diagrams, and captivating anecdotes that bring to life the wonders of vertebrate locomotion.This exploration extends beyond the anatomical and physiological aspects, delving into the ecological and evolutionary implications of diverse locomotion strategies. It underscores the interconnectedness between form and function, revealing the intricate dance between organisms and their environments."Diversity in Vertebrate Locomotion" is an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and enthusiasts alike, offering a holistic understanding of the mechanics and marvels of how vertebrates move. Through its engaging prose and rich imagery, the book celebrates the beauty of diversity in the animal kingdom, where fins and wings tell tales of adaptation, survival, and the endless wonders of the natural world.

"Zebra Warriors: Organizations at the Forefront of Conservation" invites readers into the dynamic realm of wildlife preservation, where dedicated organizations stand as the zealous protectors of our planet's diverse ecosystems. This compelling exploration delves into the tireless efforts of these conservation warriors, highlighting their impactful strategies and unwavering commitment to safeguarding the Earth's rich biodiversity.Within the pages of this narrative, readers will encounter a mosaic of stories about these organizations, each serving as a beacon of hope for endangered species and threatened habitats. The metaphorical "Zebra Warriors" symbolize the distinctive and resilient nature of these groups, standing out in the conservation landscape with their unique stripes-representing the varied approaches and perspectives they bring to the noble cause.From pioneering research initiatives to on-the-ground conservation projects, the narrative unfolds the multifaceted endeavors of these organizations. Their collaborative spirit, fueled by a shared dedication to environmental stewardship, paints a vivid picture of collective action and the impact it can have on global ecosystems.This exploration doesn't merely showcase the challenges faced by wildlife; it illuminates the innovative solutions and strategies employed by these organizations. The narrative emphasizes the importance of education, advocacy, and sustainable practices in the ongoing battle to preserve the delicate balance of nature."Zebra Warriors" serves as a tribute to the unsung heroes behind the scenes, narrating tales of resilience, triumphs, and ongoing battles against environmental threats. Whether you're a seasoned conservationist or a curious reader, this journey through the efforts of these organizations provides a compelling and enlightening perspective on the critical work being done to protect our planet for future generations

Excellente idée de cadeau pour les amoureux des chats - 50 images uniquesCe charmant livre de coloriage est conçu pour captiver les jeunes artistes alors qu'ils explorent une variété de charmantes illustrations de chats. Des chatons enjoués aux amis félins majestueux, ce livre offre des heures de plaisir créatif. Parfait pour les enfants de 8 à 12 ans, il présente des dessins complexes, mais adaptés à l'âge, qui encouragent l'imagination et la motricité fine. Plongez dans un monde de chats colorés et laissez libre cours à votre créativité en donnant vie à ces compagnons à fourrure avec vos propres teintes. Que vous soyez un artiste en herbe ou que vous aimiez simplement les chats, ce livre de coloriage est un choix parfait pour tous les jeunes passionnés. - Plus de 50 dessins uniques à colorier - Imprimé sur des pages recto seulement pour minimiser les débordements. - Grandes pages de 8,5 x 11 pouces