Wildlife: general interest

This book examines the physical forces - fluid shear, stretch, and gravity that play a role in the physiology of tissues and cellular functions.

Leading researchers in behavioural ecology discuss specific aspects of this important topic including: The mechanism of habitat selection and how it operates Its relevance to population biology Behavioural and physiological implications The ecological and evolutionary significance of habitat choice and survival and reproduction in various habitat types.

Physiology of the Amphibia, Volume II focuses on the various aspects of amphibian reproduction, both physiological and behavioral, and the interrelationship between these mechanisms and the environment.

Written by international experts from many disciplines, this multi-volume treatise is a comprehensive survey of the established data and principles of avian biology.

Biology and Geology of Coral Reefs, Volume I: Geology 1 focuses on the evolution, reef types, geology, and structural and tectonic factors causing the development of coral reefs.

This volume is comprised of invited papers presented at the Seventh International Symposium on Ruminant Physiology, held in Sendai, Japan, in September 1989.

Metabolic Basis of Detoxication: Metabolism of Functional Groups considers the possible fates of the relatively circumscribed number of functional groups that xenobiotics bear.

Neuroendocrine Aspects of Reproduction contains the proceedings of the Oregon Regional Primate Research Center's Second Symposium on Primate Reproductive Biology held in Beaverton, Oregon, on October 8-9, 1982.

Hibernation and Torpor in Mammals and Birds explores the physiological factors that control hibernation and torpor in birds and mammals.

This single volume describes the animals that are most injurious and costly to humans, examining the important roles of these pests throughout history and the implications of the never-ending wars we wage against the natural world.

In Butterfly Biology Systems Roger Dennis explores key topics and contentious issues in butterfly biology, specifically those in life history and behaviour.

In Butterfly Biology Systems Roger Dennis explores key topics and contentious issues in butterfly biology, specifically those in life history and behaviour.

A humorous and very personal guide written by Bill Bailey about his favourite British birds, complete with drawings, notes and cartoons by the comedian himself.

Asian citrus psyllid (ACP), Diaphorina citri, is an insect pest which transmits a bacterium, Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas), primarily through feeding in newly emergent foliage of citrus trees.

Asian citrus psyllid (ACP), Diaphorina citri, is an insect pest which transmits a bacterium, Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas), primarily through feeding in newly emergent foliage of citrus trees.

'This is a lovely book to dip into, and you may even find yourself reading it cover to cover' - the Guardian'An enlightening and entertaining read that will leave the reader armed with the facts and insight to improve their garden as well as their general knowledge' - The English GardenRHS How Do Worms Work?

Spark a passion for sailng and the outdoors in your childFrom the Moonbeam Children s Book Awardsbronze medal winner!

A handy reference book on caring for your deer once its down.

Learn effective bowhunting techniques with this concise guide.

Tips for simplifying fly-fishing trips to fish more often and in more locations.

A killer.

Over one and a half centuries after its original publication, Thaddeus Norriss The American Anglers Book remains a classic heavily sought after by fishing enthusiasts and collectors.

Stories are what keep history alive, and Rivers of the Heart is the perfect book to keep the history of fly fishing alive.

Nervous water has a meaning: while the fleeting crease or subtle wrinkle on the surface of a lake or stream could be nothing, wise anglers known that these small surface movements are nearly always signs of fish stirring belowas it is with the sport of fly fishing.

According to Steve Raymond, tying flies requires imagination and skill, creativity and discipline, patience and vision.

Fly-Casting Finesse reveals expert John L.

Few experiences in the wild are as satisfying as tracking down an animal on its own terms on its own turf.

A new way to look at hunting and deer meat that anyone who owns a venison cookbook must read!

Newcomers to the wonderful world of fly tying should look no further than The Fly Tiers Manual for all their needs.

Newcomers to the wonderful world of fly tying should look no further than The Fly Tiers Manual for all their needs.

This book grew from the author's desire to consolidate the many teachings that he uses in his popular fly-fishing classes.

Catfish are among the largest and hardest fighting game fish found in North America.

This marvelous collection features stories from some of Americas finest and most respected writers about every outdoorsmans favorite and most loyal hunting partner: his dog.

This is the first book written in English about two of Eastern Europes premier hunting destinations.

The Gun Traders Guide is the standard reference for collectors, curators, dealers, shooters, and gun enthusiasts, and now is extending their influence to collectible knives.

No book has taughtor retaughtmore serious fly tiers the basic skills of fly tying than Helen Shaws Fly-Tying.

Originally published in 1949, John Alden Knights Black Bass enforces the idea that enjoying the sport of bass fishing to its fullest is only possible when one understands every aspect of it, including fish behavior, bass habitat, changing seasons, gear, and different fishing tactics.

With more than forty years of experience butchering domestic animals, game, and birds, award-winning outdoor writer and photographer Monte Burch presents this complete guide for butchering many types of livestock or wild animals.

As the owner of one of the world's most elaborate sea glass collections, Mary Beth Beuke gets to talk about these prized ocean gems on a daily basis.

Fans of bird watching will rejoice with Backyard Bird Photography, a guide for learning how to set up your backyard in order to take the best photographs of your local birds.

In this charming collection of fly-fishing short stories, readers will discover that fly fishing can lead to many places.

With decades of fly-fishing experience, Ed Quigley is the perfect candidate to provide fly-fishing know-how to prospective flyfishers.

An end to Roderick L.

Catskill Rivers is the story of the birthplace of the American fly fishing.

In Moose Hunting, expert guide Dave Kelso outlines every skill needed to perfect the art of moose hunting.

Recognized today as one of America's best zoos, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has become one of Columbia, South Carolina's most popular tourist destinations and one of the most visited zoos in the southeastern United States.

Texas hosts an unparalleled number of butterfly species, and whether one lives near the beaches of the Gulf Coast or in the mountains of the Trans-Pecos, all Texans can enjoy the color and tranquility that butterflies bring to any outdoor space.

From the Great Smoky Mountains to Point Reyes National Seashore, America's national parks are home to some of nature's great wildlife spectacles.

The fourth volume in the Harte Research Institute's landmark scientific series on the Gulf of Mexico provides a comprehensive study of ecosystem-based management, analyzing key coastal ecosystems in eleven Gulf Coast states from Florida to Quintana Roo and presenting case studies in which this integrated approach was tested in both the US and in Mexico.