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The ideal portable
companion, the
world-renowned Collins
Gem series returns with a
fresh new look and
updated material. This is
the perfect pocket guide
for keen birdwatchers and
nature enthusiasts to
identify the most
commonly seen species in
Britain and Europe.
Authoritative text and
beautiful photographs
show the distinguishing
features of each bird,
including notes on
appearance, colour and
distinctive features,
and information on
juveniles, range and
habitat, nests, call
and breeding sites. In
addition, an extensive
introduction covers
general information on
plumage, habitats and
migration, and gives
first-time birdwatchers
advice on what equipment
to buy and where to go to
spot the most desirable
species. This new edition
builds on the strengths
of the unrivalled
original, covering over
200 species of bird found
in Britain and Europe.
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Details: In RAYS MEARS
GOES WALKABOUT Ray Mears
journeys through the
wilderness of the
Australian Outback to
learn about the people,
the wildlife and the
culture of this
extraordinary land. He is
joined by Australian
survival experts who
enrich his journey and
deepen Rays understanding
of the bushcraft of this
incredible continent.
These are journeys that
encompass many of the
themes of Rays world
discovery, the natural
world, indigenous
culture, adventure and
survival. Above all,
they represent something
very close to Rays heart
the most important thing
we can learn when
travelling is to be open
to new ideas, new ways
of doing things, new
experiences. For Ray,
this is the only way to
promote understanding and
learning. His voyage into
the wilds of Australia
encompasses so many
different natural
habitats, with a rich
indigenous culture and
many tales of exploration
and survival, as well
all his trademark
survival knowledge and
wilderness tips. Ideal
for: Fans of Ray Mears
and those who enjoy he's
many tv shows. For anyone
with an interest in
Australia and the
indigenous people,
experiencing their
culture & the wildlife
around. This hardback
book has 288 pages and
measures: 25.3 x 20 x
2.3cm
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For more than a year, 69
of the world s best
nature photographers
traveled to all corners
of Europe to capture the
incredibly rich natural
heritage of the
continent. They have
created more than 200,
000 images of nature,
some of which were
published in the popular
Wild Wonders of Europe.
Now, Trees and Forests:
Wild Wonders of Europe
reveals even more of
these stunning
photographs, while
paying tribute to the
multihued beauty of
trees. From minute
arboreal details to
panoramas of epic
proportions, the book
explores the immense
diversity of Europe s
forests. Organized by
climate, each chapter
surveys a different
habitat and its resident
trees, moving from the
sunny woodlands of the
Mediterranean, to the
frostbitten Alpine
terrain, and everywhere
in between.
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The Pocket Guide to
Garden Birds helps you
identify the birds that
use your garden, gives
an idea of how they live
and interpret what
activities they might get
up to in your garden and
provides tips on how to
encourage birds to feed
and breed in your garden.
Including over 70
Northern Europe species,
350 captivating colour
illustrations and an easy
to use pocket format,
this is the perfect
beginner's guide.
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Following the success of
the bestselling book
Zooborns, the creators
of the popular zoology
news blog ZooBorns.com,
bring readers the newest
and cutest exotic cats
from accredited zoos.
Andrew Bleiman and Chris
Eastland have access to
hundreds of cats from all
over the globe and
provide interesting facts
about the species and
specifically about the
details of the individual
birth. Praise for
ZooBorns: 'They're
irresistibly cute' Daily
Mail 'Animal Babies Make
Conservation Cute' New
York Times.
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This is a new edition of
this popular title.
Gardening for birds is
both a great way to help
our endangered feathered
friends as well as a
great pleasure in itself.
This book offers a host
of practical suggestions
on feeding birds and
providing opportunities
for nesting and bathing.
The reader is taken
through the steps of
planning a bird-friendly
garden covering aspects
such as pond
construction, suitable
plants, provision of
nesting sites and food,
pest control and garden
maintenance. A directory
of 80 common species aids
identification and offers
guidelines on the
habitat, food and
nesting requirements of
each species. Produced in
a lavish and exciting
format, this glorious
book is both practical
and stylish.
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Details: This handbook is
a fascinating
identification guide to
help you spot more than
40 butterfly and moth
species found in the UK.
Key information and
photographs accompany
beautifully detailed
illustrations for every
species. Use the
interactive boxes to
write notes, sketch your
find and stick in your
own photos. Ideal for: A
great guide for those
with an interest in
nature and insects. This
paperback book has 96
pages and measures: 22 x
17 x 0.7cm.
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Portraits of forty
champion breeds, hen
picked for your
enjoyment. The latest
title in the successful
Beautiful... series
(following in the
groundbreaking
hoof-prints of Beautiful
Sheep, Pigs, and Cows),
Beautiful Chickens takes
the humble farmyard fowl
and places it in the
frame of a top portrait
photographer. Stylishly
lit and shot against a
studio background, the
portraits showcase forty
of the worlds most
distinctive breeds,
primped and preened for
their moment of fame at
assorted livestock shows.
Featuring prize-winning
cocks and hens, this is
the ultimate in poultry
portraiture. The book
includes descriptions of
each breed, covering
their origins, physical
attributes, and uses.
Theres also a
history of hens and
roosters through the
ages, an introduction to
the breed basics, and
reportage photography
from behind the scenes.
Beautiful Chickens is the
perfect gift for anyone,
whether their fancy is
for all things fowl or
simply for beautiful
photography. Its
the coffee-table book
guaranteed to get your
guests talking, whether
clucking over the
remarkable imagery or
ruffling feathers with
poultry observations.
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Discover over 300
varieties of tree found
in Britain and Europe
with this new edition,
in association with the
RSPB. From a Black Locust
to a Downy Oak, discover
over 300 varieties of
tree, arranged by family
and genu, with this
pocket-sized guide.
In-situ photographs and
no nonsense notes
covering anatomy and
classification will help
you identify them in the
field quickly and
accurately. Maps show you
what trees to find where
so you can plan your
spotting and make the
most of your
surroundings, whether
you are on a holiday
browse or serious quest.
An ideal guide for all
the family.
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Details: It is impossible
to encompass the huge
continent of Africa in
just one book but African
Odyssey gives the reader
a superb flavour of what
Africa has to offer in
the the way of wildlife,
travel, landscape,
people and creature
comforts. As a wildlife
photographer and film
maker, Robin Taylor
shows a keen eye for life
around him expressing
this superbly with both
his fascinating,
evocative, sometimes
unorthodox images and
highly descriptive words
portraying in fine detail
that vast wildlife stage
found in Southern and
Eastern Africa. This book
moves seamlessly through
the great game areas -
South Africa's Sabi Sand
and Madikwe, Botswana's
Okavango and Central
Kalahari, the Victoria
Falls and Lower Zambezi
in Zambia, Semliki in
Uganda, Selous in
Tanzania and Kenya's
famed Masai Mara. And the
classic lodges and camps
- Selati, Simbambili,
Boma Ulanga, Deception
Valley, Impalila and
Susuwe, Tongabezi,
Sausage Tree, Semliki,
Governors', the Ker &
Downey camps, Mala Mala
and the intimate Notten's
- all individual but each
offering a warm taste of
Africa. Think of an
animal you would like to
see, from a hippo to a
dung beetle to a wild dog
and you will almost
certainly find it in
African Osyssey. Think of
an unusual bird such as
the Shoebill and it's
here. Think of a superbly
exotic location and
you'll be on Livingstone
Island on the very edge
of Victoria Falls. This
book has the 'feel and
smell' of Africa as can
only be shown by the
passion of a photographer
who lives and works on
that continent. Ideal
for: People interested in
the diversity of African
wild life, people and
places. This hardback
book has 211 pages and
measures: 24.5 x 31 x
2.1cm
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A fully illustrated
encyclopedia of
amphibians, reptiles and
mammals from around the
world. The first section
of the book focuses on
the diversity of life in
the animal kingdom,
while the rest of the
book is divided into
three sections, each
focusing on a different
area of the world. The
entry for each animal is
accompanied by a colour
illustration and a
specification panel
giving information about
distribution, habitat,
food, size, maturity,
breeding, life span and
status.
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The rich and largely
unseen archive of Country
Life dates back to 1897.
In Gentlemans Pursuits,
the doors are thrown open
and a host of fascinating
details emerge. Country
Life contributed hugely
to the cult of country
sports in late
Victorian/Edwardian
England, and there is an
enormous wealth of
material from the time,
of which a choice
selection is presented
here. Within this volume
are found tips on
pipe-smoking for
discerning males, advice
on gun dogs, rules about
how to lay on the best
shooting lunches (usually
involving long trips to
Fortnum and Masons),
detailed musings on tweed
coats and caps, intense
discussions on the
correct ammo with which
to take on a rogue
elephant, and all you
ever want to know about
fishing tackle.
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The perfect wildlife
companion - everything
you need to know about
the countryside and the
award-winning BBC TV show
BBC TV's Springwatch is
one of the most watched
programmes on BBC2.
Springwatch by Bill
Oddie, Kate Humble and
Simon King brings
together the three
presenters who take you
behind the scenes of
Springwatch: introducing
you to the real stars of
their TV show - the
wildlife you can find in
Britain. Bill, Kate and
Simon take you on your
own personal tour of the
British countryside and
introduce the places and
animals that have made
the series such a
fascinating introduction
to the countryside. Bill
and Kate concentrate on
the Devon Farm, from
where the main series is
transmitted, while Simon
takes you to the wildlife
spots around Britain that
he has visited in all the
Springwatch and
Autumnwatch programmes.
You will be introduced to
all the plants, animals
and birds that you have
seen over the last three
years, plus a few you
will see in the future:
otters, kingfishers,
orchids, trees, sea
birds, barn owls - every
wildife star is featured.
As well as giving their
personal memories of each
star, Bill, Kate and
Simon have also enlisted
the help of the wildlife
people who have helped
them with the programmes
to give you fascinating
minibiographies of these
species, allowing you to
understand why they do
what they do. We also go
behind the scenes to see
how the programme is put
together - with details
on the special tricks
that they use to bring
live wildlife to the TV -
as well as Simon's
special tips on how to
get close to the some of
Britain's more elusive
animals. The combination
of Bill, Kate and Simon
and the wildlife of
Britain has been an
enormous success on TV.
This book adds to this
unique recipe with even
more background info and
behind the scenes stories
to bring you the wildlife
book of the year.
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user-friendly
introduction includes an
overview of distribution,
the anatomy of a
mushroom, nomenclature
and useful information on
hunting for and cooking
with mushrooms. The
identification section
then divides into three
categories: edible
mushrooms, inedible (but
not poisonous) mushrooms,
and poisonous species.
There is useful
information on where and
when mushrooms can be
found, characteristic
features and if edible,
how best to cook the
species.
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Go pishing for birds;
become a bat detective;
take a city safari; find
snakes and lizards;
identify spiders and
their webs; look for owl
pellets... Make nettle
soup; or itching powder
from rosehips; make a
bark rubbing; an
elder-stem peashooter; or
elderflower fritters.
Wake up in time to hear
the dawn chorus; listen
to the heartbeat of a
tree; or just stand out
in the rain for half an
hour... With The Bumper
Book Of Nature the whole
family will want to
switch off the television
and computer, pull on
their wellingtons and get
outside to discover the
endless bounty, beauty
and fascination of nature
right on our doorstep.
Lavishly designed with
over 160 full-colour
illustrations of British
wildlife and flora,
along with gorgeous
black-and-white line
drawings throughout,
this beautiful and
timeless book will be
treasured for years to
come by children and
adults alike
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Highly illustrated
throughout with
photographs and graphics
complementing incisive
and informative text.
Featuring over 500
featured and fully
illustrated for easy
identification. Common
and scientific names,
length, habitat and
feeding habits, clutch
size, and distinctive
features are detailed for
each species.
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Polar bears are creatures
of paradox. They are
white bears whose skin is
black, massive predators
that can walk almost
silently, Arctic
residents whose major
problem is not staying
warm, but keeping cool.
Fully grown they can
measure ten feet in
length and close to 2,
000 pounds, but at birth
they weigh just twenty
ounces. Creatures that
may wander thousands of
miles over the course of
a year, they begin life
in a snowdrift. The
world's largest land
carnivores, they are
officially classified as
marine mammals. But they
are, above all,
incontrovertibly,
creatures of the ice.
Without sea ice and the
life it supports, polar
bears cannot survive.
According to scientific
predictions, if warming
continues at its present
pace, summer sea ice
could disappear entirely
from the Arctic Ocean by
the year 2040. If that
happens, the polar bear
- one of the most
recognisable animals on
the planet - could be
extinct within a
generation.
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Details: New edition of
the pocket-sized guide to
birds from the experts at
the RSPB. From the
Sandwich Tern to the
Short-toed Eagle discover
over 320 species of bird
found in the UK and
Europe with RSPB Pocket
Birds. Close-up
photographs and notes on
distinguishing features
will help you identify
different species of bird
in the field. Learn all
about them from their
calls and feeding
behaviour to nesting
habits and habitats.
Includes maps showing
regions where each
species can be found at
what time of year will
help you find the birds
you are most interested
in. Ideal for: Fits
easily into a pocket,
RSPB Pocket Birds is
perfect for taking out in
the field and is the
ultimate guide for nature
lovers. This paperback
book has 224 pages and
measures: 19 x 10 x
1.3cm.
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Details: Why have
creatures evolved as they
are? Which species have
been the most successful?
Where does humanity fit
in? Christopher Lloyd
leads us on an
exhilarating journey,
from the birth of life to
the present day, as he
attempts to answer these
questions and to explain,
in a jargon-free way,
the phenomena that we
call 'Life on Earth'.
Along the way he reveals
the extraordinary stories
of the fifty most
successful species that
have evolved in the wild
- such as slime, sea
scorpions, dragonflies -
followed by fifty species
that have thrived as a
result of man's
interference - from dogs
and cats to yeast,
coffee and bananas. The
100 species are then
scored and ranked in
order of their impact on
the planet, life and
people. Ideal for: An
essential read for anyone
interested in the history
of life. This hardback
book has 416 pages and
measures: 25.4 x 19.5 x
3.6cm.
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In August 2007 the world
reacted with
consternation as Russia
planted a flag beneath
the ice of the North
Pole, symbolising the
Kremlins claim to
the Arctic with its vast
mineral resources, and
firing the starting gun
on the worlds last
colonial scramble. The
Scramble for the Arctic
examines the history of
the region and its
exploration, the current
state of ownership, the
legal status of the
Arctic and its waters,
the likely outcomes of
todays powerplays,
and what is at stake both
politically and
ecologically. With the
map literally being
redrawn by global
warming, the ownership
of the Arctic will be one
of the defining issues of
the next decade. In this
deeply informed and
clearsighted account by
two of the worlds
leading Arctic scholars
and explorers, Richard
Sale and Eugene Potapov
analyse the competing
interests of nations,
corporations, and indeed
species.
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Reel in the complete
guide to every aspect of
fishing The Complete
Fishing Manual is the
definitive guide to
fishing covering
everything from
strategies and
techniques, to choosing
bait, tackle and
equipment. Whether you're
beach-fishing for sharks
or fly-fishing in the
rivers of England,
advice on anatomy,
behaviour and habitat and
detailed photography on
every technique will mean
that no fish is safe from
you! And for those who
want to cast their net
further? The Complete
Fishing Manual gives you
an amazing insight into
the world's best fishing
destinations, and the
once-in-a-lifetime
species that you can find
there. Inspiring novices
and experienced fishermen
and women alike, The
Complete Fishing Manual
is an invaluable resource
for any keen angler.
Content previously
published in Eyewitness
Companions: Fishing.
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Details: What happens
when a man wonders aloud
if a pig would make a
good pet? A great deal -
once his wife discovers a
kind the size of a
handbag. Matt Whyman is a
writer and house husband.
He enjoys the quiet life.
His career wife, Emma,
prefers the chaos a big
brood can bring. On top
of four challenging
children, one
freaked-out feline, a
wolf-like dog and a wild
bunch of ex-battery
chickens, she brings
minipigs Butch and Roxi
into the fold. But can
the new arrivals really
cuddle up on the sofa,
or will their growing
presence spark a battle
of hearts, snouts and
minds? Funny, touching
and entertaining, Pig in
the Middle charts the
trials and errors of one
man and his menagerie.
With help and advice from
a seasoned local
smallholder, Matt sets
out to master the art of
managing minipigs -
inside the house and out.
Then someone suggests
breeding minipiglets,
and Matt's understanding
of marriage is tested in
the most unexpected
ways... Ideal for: Anyone
with pets and people with
an interest in pigs and
animals. The story is
enchanting and or laugh
out loud funny. This
paperback book has 357
pages and measures: 19.7
x 12.8 x 2.3cm
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The colour, form and
beauty of a wild flower
can be appreciated by
most people, but an
enjoyment of flowers can
be greatly enhanced if
the obsever knows
something of their
intricate construction
and their relationships
with one another. Even
putting a name to a wild
flower can add to its
interest and to the
satisfaction of the
observer. In these
respects this book seeks
to aid the botanical
natualist.This fantastic
pocket guide organises
these wild flowers by
family allowing
comparison of any closely
related species, uses
symbols to provide
information on their
habitat, is indexed by
common and scientific
name and key features of
each plant are
highlighted in the text.
This pocket guide is a
must-have for any budding
botanist.
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France boasts an amazing
diversity of habitats and
wildlife, from Ibex and
Chamois scaling the cliff
faces of the Alps and
colonies of Puffins and
Gannets on the rugged
coasts of Brittany to one
of the last western
strong-holds of the
European Mink on the
Atlantic coast and flocks
of Flamingos shimmering
in the heat as they feed
in the wetlands of
Camargue. France is one
of the richest countries
in Europe in terms of
flora and fauna - its
mammals include Wolf,
Lynx and the remarkable
Pyrenean Desman. It also
boasts one of the highest
totals of breeding bird
species in Europe, some
of the best butterfly
sites, and an
outstanding array of
wildflowers. "Wild
France" celebrates the
landscapes and natural
history of this
surprisingly diverse
country. Expert
naturalist Bob Gibbons
examines the geography
and climate, the many
different habitat types
and the remarkable
variety of wildlife,
while 250 superb colour
photographs dramatically
illustrate the species
and places mentioned in
the text.
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In the tradition of
"Above the World" and
"Inside the Body", this
unique contemporary
reference book takes the
reader inside the weather
as we experience it,
from the outer atmosphere
to under an umbrella.
"Weather" explores not
only the nature of
extreme conditions such
as hurricanes and
tornadoes, but also such
things as the structure
and properties of a
gentle shower; the
startling and beautiful
Aurora Borealis and
Australis, and the true
nature of the rainbow.
With satellite imagery
and computer technology
as well as stunning
conventional photography,
this book tracks each
weather system from its
origins to its effects.
What makes the wind blow?
How do clouds form and
stay in the sky? The
photographs track the
weather from above the
clouds to a raindrop on a
leaf, or the unique
composition of a
snowflake, and from
flood to drought.
Introductory text to each
chapter and detailed
captions explain both the
content of the picture
and how it was captured.
As with the preceding
volumes it is sometimes
difficult to distinguish
between art and nature
when one turns the pages
but the arresting images
and straightforward text
excite and then satisfy
our vital curiosity about
our natural world.
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Chris Yates, one of
Britain's most insightful
and lyrical writers,
raises his gaze from his
beloved rivers and ponds
and takes us on a
mesmerizing tour of the
British countryside.
"Last November, the
sudden appearance of a
hundred wintering ravens
in a wood in Cranborne
Chase, where I have
lived for twenty-five
years without seeing more
than a few solitary
specimens, reminded me
that there is always
something ready to flame
up again in the
landscape, just when it
seemed the fire had gone
out." In Nightwalk we
accompany Chris Yates on
the most magical of
journeys into the very
heart of the British
countryside. His acute
observation of the
natural world and ability
to transcend it
exquisitely sets Chris
apart from his
contemporaries. Time
slows down for a deeper
intimacy with nature,
and through Chris's
writing we hear every
rustle of a leaf, every
call of a bird. He widens
the power of our
imagination, heightening
our senses and revealing
beauty in the smallest
details.
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This title is ideal for
people who wish to
attract birds to their
gardens, whether to aid
the bird population or
purely for pleasure.The
reference tables
throughout identify the
food and plants that
attract specific birds.
It is from UK authors who
have a long-shared
interest in wildlife,
conservation and ecology.
The most regular contact
many people have with
wildlife is the pleasure
of watching birds in the
garden. Readers can
increase the attraction
of their garden for birds
by supplementing the
food, shelter, roosting
and nesting sites that
are available. Hazel and
Pamela Johnson show the
most effective means of
ensuring that birds will
flourish and also detail
the principles of
sympathetic gardening,
discussing how best to
enhance local habitats,
whether in cities,
suburbs, a village or
rural setting. Even
patios and balconies can
be attractive and useful
to birds and the authors
share their experience of
this, devoting a chapter
to the particular
concerns of small
gardens.They also cover:
constructing, siting and
maintaining ponds;
cultivating annuals,
biennials, perennials
and aquatic plants;
organic gardening and
conservation issues;
avoiding potential
hazards; and, breeding
and feeding habits.
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Birds have been part of
our culture and folklore
from very early times but
there is more to them
than the 'wran' boys and
the Children of Lir. In
Irish mythology, birds
were sometimes seen as
omens, and there were
countless beliefs,
proverbs and curses
associated with them: we
believed cuckoos turned
into hawks, woodcock
holidayed on the moon and
some birds grew on trees.
Birds inspired poets such
as Gerard Manley Hopkins,
W. B. Yeats and Seamus
Heaney and they
influenced place names
like the Curlew Mountains
in Roscommon and Hawk's
Nest, County Antrim.
Even their own names are
rich and full of meaning
- the Irish for starling
is druid, the dotteral
is known as Amadan
Mointeach which means
'bog idiot' and the
dunnock was called
Mathair Cheile which
translates as
'mother-in-law'. A unique
companion to
bird-identification
reference books, Birds
of Ireland focuses on our
interaction with birds,
wild, domesticated and
extinct. Glynn Anderson
identifies over 150 birds
of Ireland, giving each
name (in Irish and
English) and its meaning,
a description and
associated beliefs,
myths, legends, weather
lore, culinary
traditions and place
names. Each entry ends
with a 'Facts & Figures'
section, such as species
numbers in Ireland,
where it is common and
its longevity.
Beautifully illustrated
with full-colour
illustrations of all
birds this is a rewarding
treasure trove for bird
lovers and general
readers alike.
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A practical book for new
beekeepers and those
interested in keeping
their own bees,
explaining everything
they need to know to get
started. It also covers
how to make your garden
attractive for bees.
Published to coincide
with the biggest
beginners' day for
beekeeping which takes
place in February each
year.
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A unique guide to 365
species on the Red List,
the most widely
recognized list of
threatened and endangered
species, compiled by the
International Union for
Conservation of Nature
(IUCN). The Species on
the Edge app allows you
to browse and learn about
threatened and endangered
species from around the
world. Selected by a
group of experts at the
IUCN this list profiles a
wide variety of species
from the official list of
threatened animal, fungi
and plant. App features
include: ? Profiles of a
wide variety of species
from the official list of
threatened plants and
animals ? Classification
of species by IUCN Red
List Categories ?
Stunning photographs and
location map for each
species ? Authoritative
descriptive text ?
Ability to bookmark your
favourite species ?
Shared any entry on
Facebook, Twitter or by
email Each of the species
profiled is on the
official IUCN Red List of
Threatened Species?.
Animals and plants of all
shapes and sizes are
included. Amongst others,
find out: ? What
conservation methods are
helping the Blue-throated
Macaw ? Where the Pinta
Island Tortoise once
roamed ? What efforts are
being made to help the 47
remaining Floreana
Mockingbirds ? The
reasons behind the
dramatic loss of the
Globosa Mangrove ? Why
the Javan Rhino is the
worlds most
endangered mammal About
the IUCN Red List The
IUCN Red List of
Threatened Species? is
widely recognized as the
most comprehensive
information source on the
conservation status of
wild species and their
links to livelihoods.
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Details: Compact and
comprehensive, this
guide includes every bird
that breeds in or
regularly visits Europe.
All 430 species are
illustrated in meticulous
colour detail with birds
grouped into colour coded
families for quick
reference. Also shows how
to differentiate between
males, females and
juveniles; seasonal
plumage changes; birds at
rest and in flight. Ideal
for: Birdwatching trips
and bird watchers. This
paperback book has 320
pages and measures: 19.5
x 9 x 1.5cm.
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Details: This practical
handbook is the ultimate
equine identification
guide. The opening
section of the book
introduces the reader to
horse anatomy, caring
for a horse and the
equipment used for horse
riding. 37 breeds are
included, covering
hotbloods, warmbloods,
coldbloods and ponies.
Each factfile not only
gives important
identification tips with
beautiful photographs,
but also vital stats,
including origin,
colour, characteristics
and uses. A photofile for
each breed provide extra
information. Children are
encouraged to take
photos, make notes and
fill in the interactive
bar. Ideal for: Those
interested in horses and
horse riding. This
paperback book has 96
pages and measures: 22 x
17 x 0.7cm.
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The Ultimate Guide to
Horse Breeds explores the
origins and nature of the
horse, from the earliest
form to the modern Equus
Caballus as we know it
today. The book provides
valuable advice and
guidance concerning all
aspects of horse
ownership and
domestication, including
comprehensive guides to
stable management,
riding and training.
Featuring over 600 colour
photographs of the most
popular and obscure horse
breeds, this extensive
tome is the perfect guide
to the various types of
colours of horses from
all over the world.
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Cleve West is one of
Britain's top garden
designers, with six RHS
gold medals to his name
and a high profile Daily
Telegraph sponsored
garden at Chelsea Flower
Show 2011. He is also a
true allotmenteer,
heading off to his plot
whenever he can to get
his hands dirty, find
peace and contemplate
life and nature. His book
is a joy to read,
humorous and humble,
full of practical
commonsense, and a
belief in the values of
community and sustainable
living. There is plenty
of advice here for plot
holders - often of the
what-not-to-do sort and
written from sorry
experience - and plenty
of inspiration too in the
creative ways that Cleve
and his partner Christine
make the most of their
plot and enjoy the
company of their fellow
allotmenteers. There are
easy to follow sections
on Vegetables and Herbs,
Flowers and Fruit, with
recipes and
troubleshooting tips as
well as chapters on
Community, Creativity
and Children. Amply
illustrated with Cleve's
own beautiful
photographs, fantastical
drawings by Cleve and
Christine and shots of
the two of them at work
taken by Cleve's cousin
the garden photographer
Derek St Romaine, Our
Plot is also a visual
cornucopia.
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Being able to identify
wild creatures in their
natural environment adds
an extra dimension to the
enjoyment of being
outdoors. This handy
guide will help you spot,
quickly and accurately,
every species that you
are likely to come across
in the countryside and
towns, from hares and
field mice to deer and
badgers. You will find
fascinating facts on how
wild animals live, where
they breed, what they
feed on and plenty more.
You'll soon be animal
spotting with expert
eyes.
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When a farmer on Exmoor
found a frightened and
badly injured red deer
calf hanging by the leg
from a barbed wire fence,
he knew there was only
one man he could call.
Johnny Kingdom took Bambi
home and became her
surrogate mother,
nursing her through the
night after the dangerous
operation to amputate her
now infected limb.
Against the odds, Bambi
survived and, as she
grew bigger, became a
part of Johnny's family,
taking over his garden
and developing a taste
for custard creams (and
Johnny's wife's
roses).But it wasn't just
Johnny and his family who
loved Bambi - friends,
neighbours and even
complete strangers would
occasionally drop by with
tasty treats they thought
she might enjoy. But the
doe in his back garden
was by no means Johnny's
only contact with the red
deer of Exmoor. Over the
years he followed the
wild herds over moor and
farmland as the seasons
changed, filming every
detail of their lives and
trying to understand what
Bambi was missing out on.
Millions of viewers fell
in love with Bambi during
Johnny's BBC television
series and accompanying
book, but now he tells
her full story. Sometimes
poignant and sometimes
hilarious, this is both
the tale of all of
Exmoor's wild deer and
the story of how one very
special animal came to
live a very different
life.
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