The Ark and Beyond: The Evolution of Zoo and Aquarium Conservation (Minteer Ben a.)(Paperback)

The Ark and Beyond: The Evolution of Zoo and Aquarium Conservation (Minteer Ben a.)(Paperback)

Zoo Animals: Behaviour, Management, and Welfare (Hosey Geoff)(Paperback)

The keeping of zoo animals has become a central tool in the conservation of some of the world's most fascinating, yet threatened, species. But how do zoos operate on a day-to-day basis? What are the key problems they face in trying to feed, breed, and keep healthy the animals in their care? How can

Conservation Science: Balancing the Needs of People and Nature (Kareiva Peter)(Paperback)

Focused on protecting nature and the planet, Conservation Science: Balancing the Needs of People and Nature contains a heavy emphasis on highlighting strategies to better connect the practice of conservation with the needs and priorities of a growing human population to give you an overview of

Zoo Sticker and Colouring Book (Greenwell Jessica)(Paperback / softback)

A bumper activity book containing favourite zoo scenes such as: the big cat enclosures, the aquarium, the elephants and the reptile house. It comes with over 100 stickers and lot of colouring

The Solitary Bees: Biology, Evolution, Conservation (Danforth Bryan N.)(Pevná vazba)

The most up-to-date and authoritative resource on the biology and evolution of solitary beesWhile social bees such as honey bees and bumble bees are familiar to most people, they comprise less than 10 percent of all bee species in the world. The vast majority of bees lead solitary lives, surviving

Babylon's Ark: The Incredible Wartime Rescue of the Baghdad Zoo (Anthony Lawrence)(Paperback)

The astonishing story of the soldiers, conservationists, and ordinary Iraqis who united to save the animals of the Baghdad Zoo When the Iraq war began, conservationist Lawrence Anthony could think of only one thing: the fate of the Baghdad Zoo, caught in the crossfire at the heart of the city. Once

My Visit to the Aquarium (Aliki)(Paperback)

'Children and adults of various ages, races, and physical abilities tour a public aquarium to look at many of the world's marine creatures. The language is almost lyrical...[and] the story is alive with color and action.'--SLJ. 'A versatile author at her best.... In the large, cheerful

Beyond Pro-Life and Pro-Choice: The Changing Politics of Abortion in Britain (Amery Fran)(Paperback)

Tracing the evolution of political and parliamentary discourses on abortion in Britain from the passage of the Abortion Act in the 1960s to the present day, this interdisciplinary book argues that to understand the changing pluralities of the abortion debate it is necessary to move beyond an

Chimpanzee & Me (Garrod Professor Ben)(Paperback / softback)

This is a unique look at conservation of the species and Ben's life-long love of chimps, illustrated with full colour

Freshwater Ecology and Conservation: Approaches and Techniques (Hughes Jocelyne)(Paperback)

This practical manual of freshwater ecology and conservation provides a state-of-the-art review of the approaches and techniques used to measure, monitor, and conserve freshwater ecosystems. It offers a single, comprehensive, and accessible synthesis of the vast amount of literature for freshwater

Wildlife Ecology, Conservation, and Management (Fryxell John M.)(Paperback)

To understand modern principles of sustainable management and the conservation of wildlife species requires intimate knowledge about demography, animal behavior, and ecosystem dynamics. With emphasis on practical application and quantitative skill development, this book weaves together these

Freshwater and Marine Aquarium Filtration The Path Toward Camelot (Goemans Bob)(Paperback)

Here's your missing aquarium owner's handbook: A guide from the beginning of aquarium keeping to that of an up-to-date review of aquarium filtration processes. Whether a beginner or expert, this must-have reference work is for both freshwater and marine aquarium owners. It is filled with a

Handbook of Citizen Science in Ecology and Conservation (Lepczyk Christopher A.)(Paperback)

Handbook of Citizen Science in Ecology and Conservation is the first practical and comprehensive manual for creating, implementing, or improving natural science research and monitoring projects that involve collaboration between scientists and the general public. As citizen science projects become

Conservation Education and Outreach Techniques (Jacobson Susan K.)(Paperback)

The conservation of biological diversity depends on people's knowledge and actions. This book presents the theory and practice for creating effective education and outreach programmes for conservation. The authors describe an exciting array of techniques for enhancing school resources, marketing

Ecology and Conservation of Forest Birds (Mikusiński Grzegorz)(Paperback)

Ecology and Conservation of Forest Birds is a unique review of current understanding of the relationships between forest birds and their changing environments. Large ecological changes are being driven by forest management, climate change, introduced pests and pathogens, abiotic disturbances, and

Mindfulness and Intimacy, 1 (Connelly Ben)(Paperback)

Go beyond mere mindfulness--and deepen your connection to your self, the people in your life, and the world around you. Mindfulness is an ancient and powerful practice of awareness and nonjudgmental discernment that can help us ground ourselves in the present moment, with the world and our lives

Conservation: A People Centred Approach (Gilbert Francis)(Paperback)

This primer provides an introduction to the ideas of modern conservation biology, and the issues that constrain us from achieving sustainability. Opening with a consideration of ecology and conservation as a science, and the notion of different processes happening at different scales, the primer

Zoo: And Twelve Comic Monologues for Women (Bevan Lily)(Paperback)

At Miami's Cherokee Valley Zoo & Conservation Centre, the most dangerous thing that ever happened was the tapir's caesarian section. That is until Hurricane Jonas sets itself on a crash course straight towards it. Now zookeeper Bonnie must rush to batten down the hatches and ensure the safety of

The Native Woodlands of Scotland: Ecology, Conservation and Management (Wilson Scott)(Paperback)

Topical information on ecology, conservation and management for Scottish native woodlands This authoritative textbook provides a convenient single source of up-to-date information about the fascinating native woodland habitats of Scotland, putting these into their wider British, European and global

Practical Building Conservation: Glass and Glazing (England Historic)(Pevná vazba)

Glass and Glazing looks at the conservation of one of the most important building materials, and its use in windows, roofing and walling. It considers the technological evolution of glass and glazing systems, the processes causing deterioration, and the practical application and long-term

Beyond the Break (Buchta Heather)(Paperback)

For fans of Sarah Dessen and Jenny Han, Beyond the Break is a funny and gorgeous paperback original about a girl experiencing her first love. Well, second, if you count her faith... and that's where things may get complicated. Manhattan Beach native Lovette has two rules in life. One: no surfing

On Canvas: Preserving the Structure of Paintings (Hackney Stephen)(Paperback)

The first truly comprehensive analysis of the history, practice, and conservation of painting on canvas. Throughout its long history in Western art, canvas has played an influential role in the creative process. From the Renaissance development of oil painting on canvas to the present

Beyond Good and Evil: Prelude to a Philosophy of the Future (Nietzsche Friedrich Wilhelm)(Paperback)

Nietzsche's mature masterpiece, Beyond Good and Evil considers the origins and nature of Judeo-Christian morality; the end of philosophical dogmatism and beginning of perspectivism; the questionable virtues of science and scholarship; liberal democracy, nationalism, and women's emancipation. A

Leaving Space for Nature: The Critical Role of Area-Based Conservation (Dudley Nigel)(Paperback)

This book provides the first contemporary assessment of area-based conservation and its implications for nature and society.Now covering 15 per cent of the land surface and a growing area of ocean, the creation of protected areas is one of the fastest conscious changes in land management in