Bøger af Luke Hunter

Wild Cats of the World provides detailed accounts for all thirty-eight species of wild cat, accompanied by magnificent artwork and stunning photography.

The ability of a multicellular organism to prevent the harmful microorganisms from causing damage to it is known as immunity. It is broadly categorized into innate immunity and adaptive immunity. Innate immunity consists of a preconfigured response which is used to respond to a wide range of situations and complications. Adaptive immunity, on the other hand, covers the learned responses to molecules which the body has faced previously. Consumption of a proper and balanced diet is important for the healthy functioning of the immune system. There are also some particular nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin D, zinc, selenium, iron and protein which are important to the growth and functioning of the immune system. This book includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to diet and immune functions. It strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. Researchers and students in this field will be assisted by this book

An acclaimed illustrated guide to the worldΓÇÖs carnivoresΓÇönow in an expanded and thoroughly updated new editionThis is an expanded and fully revised new edition of a highly acclaimed guide to the worldΓÇÖs carnivoresΓÇösome of the most spectacular and feared creatures in nature. Covering all 250 species of terrestrial, true carnivores, from the majestic polar bear and predatory wild cats to the tiny least weasel, Luke HunterΓÇÖs comprehensive, up-to-date, and user-friendly guide features 93 color plates by acclaimed wildlife artist Priscilla Barrett that depict every species and numerous subspecies, as well as more than 400 drawings of skulls and footprints. Features new to this edition include revised and expanded species coverage, a distribution map for every species, 25 new behavioral illustrations, and much more. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, distribution and habitat, feeding ecology, behavior, social patterns, reproduction and demography, status, threats, lifespan, and mortality. An introduction includes a concise overview of taxonomy, conservation, and the distinct families of Carnivora.Covers all 250 terrestrial carnivore speciesIncludes 93 color plates by acclaimed wildlife artist Priscilla BarrettPacked with new features, including:Fully updated coverage, including new accounts of 9 recently delineated species7 new color plates illustrating the new species and additional forms of existing species185 distribution maps25 new behavioral illustrations16 new pages and larger formatA double-page spread on canid hybridsThe latest data on population trends and endangered status

A fully updated second edition of the field guide to carnivores of the worldRanging from the largest terrestrial carnivore, the Polar Bear, to the tiny Least Weasel that can squeeze through a wedding ring, the true carnivores include some of the world's most charismatic, admired, feared and spectacular creatures.This new edition of Luke Hunter's comprehensive guide profiles all of the world's terrestrial carnivore species. Thoroughly updated throughout and covering recently described species, a detailed account describes each species' key identification characteristics, distribution and habitat, behaviour, feeding ecology, social patterns, life history statistics, conservation and the latest on classification. The new edition also includes accurate distribution maps for each species.Colour plates by top wildlife artist Priscilla Barrett depict each species, with subspecies, colour variations and behavioural vignettes for many. There are also detailed line drawings of more than 230 skulls and 110 footprints.