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Now available in paperback, this compelling book is full of behavioural insights and wolf tales that will engage those interested in the state of wild wolves throughout North America.In the winter of 2008¿09, a new wolf family from the Pipestone Valley suddenly appeared in the Bow Valley of Banff National Park, taking up residence alongside a family that had ruled there for over a decade. Within a year, these new wolves had eliminated the Bow Valley wolves and established a dominance that would last for five years in the heart of Canadäs most famous national park.The book chronicles not only the rise of the Pipestones and how they established and maintained dominance in the valley, but also how an increase in mass tourism in Banff led to a decrease in prey density for the Pipestones, which in turn led to the wolves changing their hunting strategies and expanding their summer range. Bloch explains how the Pipestones faced an inevitable fall from the top as pressure from eager wolf watchers increased exponentially in the park at the same time the wolves¿ prey base was shrinking rapidly. Combining these influences with other factors like rail mortality and old age, Bloch and Marriott knew the end was near for the Pipestones.The authors conclude with insights into how wolf and wildlife management in Banff National Park can improve. They outline steps Parks Canada should be taking to deal with the human management problems that are really at the core of the wildlife issues in the park. They also discuss whether we can continue to maintain a balance between ecological integrity and mass tourism in Canadäs flagship park and whether it is already too late. Have we passed the point of no return? And will our Banff wolves live forever after in a wildlife ghetto devoid of true wilderness characteristics?

Now available in paperback, this lavishly illustrated book explores the complex behavioural characteristics of North Americäs largest land carnivores by examining the bear¿human relationship from the bear¿s perspective.From the first moment Sarah Elmeligi came eye to eye with a grizzly bear, her life changed. In a moment that lasted mere seconds, she began to question everything she thought she knew about bears. How could this docile creature be the same one with a fearsome reputation for vicious attacks? Through years of research, Elmeligi grew to appreciate that bears are so much more than data points, stunning photos, and sensational online stories. Elmeligi expertly weaves the science of bear behaviour with her passionate account of personal encounters. Dive into the life of a bear biologist as Sarah¿s colleagues recount their own ¿stories from the field¿ ¿ intimate moments with bears where they were connected to an animal with personality, decision-making capabilities, and a host of engaging behaviours.Join Elmeligi and Marriott on a journey that examines and shares the behaviour of black, grizzly, and polar bears in North America in a way you¿ve never seen before. What Bears Teach Us will surprise you, inspire you, foster your curiosity, and teach you something new about bears and maybe even yourself.

Questo volume raccoglie i servizi giornalistici editati da gennaio a dicembre 2018 dal giornale storico-cinofilo online K9 Uomini e Cani, in questo ambito il più approfondito a livello internazionale. Ogni servizio si basa su scrupolose ricerche e studi, sovente effettuati in diverse lingue. Il fine è quello di rendere disponibili per il futuro, in versione cartacea, dati e notizie divulgate finora da K9 Uomini e Cani solo online. Sono infatti convinto che un libro abbia una valenza, un fascino e anche una durata che Internet non potrà mai dare. Sempre su questo sito è già disponibile e acquistabile il precedente testo con la raccolta di servizi da dicembre 2016 a dicembre 2017. Almeno fino al 2022 sarà pubblicata una analoga raccolta annuale.

This ground-breaking volume covers 42 species of terrestrial mammal. Contains spectrograms, detailed guidance and access to a downloadable sound library containing more than 250 recordings.

"Learn to identify mammals in Arizona. With Stan Tekiela's famous field guide, mammal identification is simple and informative. The Mammals of Arizona Field Guide features all 144 species found in the state, organized by family and then by size. When you see a mammal, you can determine its family by common visual characteristics and then turn to the corresponding section to find out what it is!"--

"Learn to identify mammals in Texas. With Stan Tekiela's famous field guide, mammal identification is simple and informative. The Mammals of Texas Field Guide features all 157 species found in the state, organized by family and then by size. When you see a mammal, you can determine its family by common visual characteristics and then turn to the corresponding section to find out what it is!"--

"This new edition is a modified version of our 2012 book, updated to reflect advances in the knowledge of the natural history of snakes, and improvements in their taxonomy and classification"--Page 6 of ECIP galley.

"A richly illustrated cultural and natural history of the lethargic animal from prehistoric ancestry to modern-day memes."--Publisher's description.

An engaging account of the history, the joy and the personalities of the black bulls of the Camargue...the beating heart of the region.

An exploration of the unexpected role that llamas and other Andean camelids played in transoceanic relationships and knowledge exchange.

"Based on a documentary film by Ken Burns"--Title page.

93 exclusive original artworks from the private collection of Big Bulky Bear.Art and Bears and Bears for art.

Ragdoll: Olyan macskák, mint a kutyák. A kifejez¿ kék szem¿, szokatlan sz¿rzetmintázatú törzskönyvezett macska olyan ragaszkodó, mint egy kutya. Mindennél jobban szereti az embereket, és még sétálni is elmegy veled pórázon. Követi az embereket, bárhová is mennek, és kutyamacskaként is ismert. A felt¿n¿ selymes sz¿rzetnek szinte nincs aljsz¿rzete, így a Ragdollok kevés ápolást igényelnek. Foglalkozásukat tekintve azonban a macskák nagyon igényesek. A könyv fontos tanácsokat ad a Ragdollok tartásához, és választ ad a fontos kérdésekre:Miért kell a Ragdollokat szobacicaként tartani?Mit kell figyelembe venni a macska oltásakor?Milyen táplálékra van szüksége a macskának?Milyen megel¿z¿ intézkedések fontosak a Ragdoll egészségének meg¿rzése érdekében?Miért fontos a képzés? A könyv mély betekintést nyújt a macskák jellemébe, és értékes tippeket ad a kiképzéshez és a neveléshez. Tudja meg, hogy egyes Ragdoll macskák miért képezik ki a gazdájukat, és miért nem fordítva. Tartalom:A fajta története és örökletes betegségekFajtajellemz¿kA fajta igényeiKültéri vagy benti macska?Egészségügyi és állatorvosi látogatásokÁllat kiválasztásaA beköltözés el¿készítéseA macska beköltözik.Képzés és oktatásHirtelen fellép¿ viselkedési problémák Ez a könyv minden olyan olvasó számára érdekes, aki Ragdollt szeretne, valamint azoknak, akiket érdekel ez a macskafajta. Érezze jól magát a Ragdolljával, és tudjon meg többet err¿l a macskafajtáról!

"Explores the evolutionary adaptations of owls, bats, and other nightlife animals; the natural history of nighttime plants; and the celestial patterns that regulate nature after dark. Features over 100 photographs"--

"First Edition 2013 (entitled Bears: Black, Brown & Polar Bears)."--T.p. verso.