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Snake venom that digests human flesh. A building cleared of every living thing by a band of tiny spiders. An infant insect eating its living prey from within, saving the vital organs for last. These……続きを見る

While alien plants have been well publicised, this is the first book to be published on alien animals of Africa. It describes the history of each invasion, and the ecological and economic impacts in……続きを見る

The rhinoceros’s horn and massive leathery frame belie its docile and solitary nature, causing the animal to be consistently perceived by humans as a monster to be feared. Kelly Enright now deftly s……続きを見る

Emperor scorpions are exciting and charming creatures, and make an unusual pet that is bound to be a conversation piece. However it is this very uniqueness that means that most of us are unaware of……続きを見る

This vintage book contains a concise and novice-friendly guide to budgerigars and cockatiels, being a practical handbook on how to keep, feed, and breed them. Easy-to-digest and full of great tips, ……続きを見る

The true and captivating story of Rosie the Border Collie who was owned and trained by C. J. Greer of Brighton, Mo. Rosie became Reserve Grand Champion Cowdog of the World four times. You'll laugh a……続きを見る

This book contains a classic guide to breeding and raising goats on a farm, with information on rearing, feeding, common problems and ailments, selection, and many other related aspects. Highly acce……続きを見る

Dinosaurs provides children ages 7-12 with comprehensive information about Prehistoric animals. Topics covered in the book include the anatomy of dinosaurs, their eating and communication habits, di……続きを見る

The involvement of humans with ducks, geese and swans has probably been closer than with any other group of birds, today and for several millenia past. This involvement, in its many aspects, is the ……続きを見る

At thirty-two, Darla Hillard was working as a secretary, satisfying her love of the outdoors only during vacations. She had no scientific training or obvious qualifications to become a member of the……続きを見る

Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds includes photos and descriptions of breeds from around the world. The background to each breed is detailed - its origins, development, characteristics and, where applicabl……続きを見る

What is it really like to be a dog? Do animals experience emotions like pleasure, joy, and grief? Marc Bekoff's work draws world-wide attention for its originality and its probing into what animals ……続きを見る

This antiquarian volume contains 'Falcons of France'; a novel about flying, World War I, and contemporary moralities. It was written by two American veterans of the 'Escadrille Lafayette', and conta……続きを見る

For hundreds of years, witnesses have been coming forward with tales of something mysterious, big and creature-like, in Lake Erie. There IS something in the lake and though seemingly dormant lately,……続きを見る

C'mon get happy! Scientists, psychologists, and cutologists around the world agree--cuteness not only lowers your blood pressure, improves your health, and increases your longevity, it just plain ma……続きを見る

In the year 1983, the British Trust for Ornithology celebrated its first 50 years. This volume records much of the history of birdwatching and ornithology since the early 1930s. The book is not a hi……続きを見る

At the Beach is a series of photographs depicting usual sceneries and activities on the beach. Your toddler will love to flip through the colorful pages and read along with you as you explore waves,……続きを見る

Over 130 poems, paired with amazing photos, that explore the behavior and nature of wild birds - OUR birds. The lyrics range from playful to thought-provoking and provide a unique and intimate look ……続きを見る

Speak Your Dog’s Language You can take communication with your dog to amazing levels if you know how, and this book shows you how. Learn to think like your dog and to communicate with it in a langua……続きを見る

This is a quick read reference guide to 50 popular dog breeds, which also has some excellent photos to help you recognise the breeds if you see them. Following on from his other popular 50 Quick gui……続きを見る

The animal world is immensely diverse, and our understanding of it has been greatly enhanced by analysis of DNA and the study of evolution and development ('evo-devo'). In this Very Short Introducti……続きを見る

With the original introduction by C.J. Dennis and a new foreword by Sean Dooley. Ninety years on, A.H. Chisholm’s classic Mateship with Birds is still as fresh and inspirational as an early-morning ……続きを見る

The saga of a Canada goose, along with a host of other geese and ducks, who demonstrates the importance of kin and clan. From the nonfiction book, Whispers from the Wild: Stories from a Wildlife Cen……続きを見る

Part mystery, part magical tale, this is the story of a miraculous ocean encounter that happened to the adventurer, swimmer, and bestselling author when she was seventeen and in training for a big s……続きを見る

The author indulges in the sport of tracking strange creatures to their lairs--including an unknown mammal in Bhutan, a very ugly waterbird in Cambodia, a bizarre primate in Borneo--and the highly d……続きを見る

Originally published in 1972 this important falconry book is probably one of the best of its kind. The author was a respected falconer of many years experience and his sheer pleasure in the sport sh……続きを見る

Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson’s groundbreaking bestseller, When Elephants Weep, was the first book since Darwin’s time to explore emotions in the animal kingdom, particularly from animals in the wild. N……続きを見る

From the villainous beast of “Little Red Riding Hood” and “The Three Little Pigs,” to the nurturing wolves of Romulus and Remus and Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book, the wolf has long been a part o……続きを見る

Raising bees is becoming increasingly popular in backyards and on farms large and smallーand it’s easy to see why. These resourceful insects produce organic honey and beeswax, all while constantly p……続きを見る

Originally called "Hawking or Faulconry", this title was originally published in 1686 as part of the author's classic work - "The Gentleman's Recreation.", and is now considered an important milesto……続きを見る