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Carnivores are among the most spectacular creatures in the natural world, and also the most feared. Carnivores of the World is the first comprehensive field guide to all 245 terrestrial species of true carnivores, from the majestic polar bear and predatory wild cats to the tiny least weasel. This user-friendly illustrated guide features 86 color plates by acclaimed wildlife artist Priscilla Barrett that depict every species and numerous subspecies, as well as about 400 line drawings of skulls and footprints. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, distribution and habitat, feeding ecology, behavior, social patterns, reproduction and demography, status, threats, lifespan, and mortality. Carnivores of the World includes an introduction that provides a concise overview of taxonomy, conservation, and the distinct families within the order Carnivora. Covers all 245 terrestrial species of true carnivores Includes 86 color plates by acclaimed wildlife artist Priscilla Barrett Features detailed species accounts and hundreds of line drawings The first field guide of its kind Meer info

Luchs und Biber, Wolf und Wiedehopf – Wildtiere, die seit hundert und mehr Jahren aus Deutschland verschwunden waren, kehren zu uns zurück. Seit einigen Jahren versucht man, dieses gezielt zu unterstützen und die Tiere bei uns wieder heimisch zu machen – oft mit großem Erfolg. In diesem Buch werden die interessantesten Tierarten vom Luchs bis zum Wisent mit spannenden Porträts und in fantastischen Aufnahmen vorgestellt. Der bekannte Autor und Fotograf Micha Dudek stellt verschiedene Auswilderungsgebiete vor, gibt Tipps, wo man Wölfe und Fischotter in freier Wildbahn beobachten kann – und an wen man sich wendet, falls ein Biber mit seinem Staudamm den eigenen Garten zu überschwemmen droht. • Selten gewordene Tierarten - lebendig beschrieben • Von einem der besten Experten auf diesem Gebiet • Mit zahlreichen faszinierenden Fotos Meer info

When South African conservationist Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a herd of "rogue" wild elephants on his Thula Thula game reserve in Zululand, his common sense told him to refuse. But he was the herd's last chance of survival: they would be killed if he wouldn't take them. In order to save their lives, Anthony took them in. In the years that followed he became a part of their family. And as he battled to create a bond with the elephants, he came to realize that they had a great deal to teach him about life, loyalty, and freedom. The Elephant Whisperer is a heartwarming, exciting, funny, and sometimes sad account of Anthony's experiences with these huge yet sympathetic creatures. Set against the background of life on an African game reserve, with unforgettable characters and exotic wildlife, it is a delightful book that will appeal to animal lovers and adventurous souls everywhere. Meer info