Canids of the World

Canids of the World

Author: José R. Castelló

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2018-09-11

Total Pages: 331

ISBN-13: 069117685X

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The most complete and user-friendly photographic field guide to the world’s canids This stunningly illustrated and easy-to-use field guide covers every species of the world’s canids, from the Gray Wolf of North America to the dholes of Asia, from African jackals to the South American Bush Dog. It features more than 150 superb color plates depicting every kind of canid and detailed facing-page species accounts that describe key identification features, morphology, distribution, subspeciation, habitat, and conservation status in the wild. The book also includes distribution maps and tips on where to observe each species, making Canids of the World the most comprehensive and user-friendly guide to these intriguing and spectacular mammals. Covers every species and subspecies of canid Features more than 150 color plates with more than 600 photos from around the globe Depicts species in similar poses for quick and easy comparisons Describes key identification features, habitat, behavior, reproduction, and much more Draws on the latest taxonomic research Includes distribution maps and tips on where to observe each species The ideal field companion and a delight for armchair naturalists


Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind

Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind

Author: Warner Shedd

Publisher: Crown

Published: 2007-12-18

Total Pages: 338

ISBN-13: 0307421414

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In this fascinating book, wildlife expert and enthusiast Warner Shedd refutes popular animal myths like squirrels remembering where they bury nuts, wolves howling at the moon, and oppossums "playing dead." Have you ever seen a flying squirrel flapping through the air, watched a beaver carrying a load of mud on its tail, or ducked when a porcupine started throwing its quills? Probably not, says Shedd, former regional executive for the National Wildlife Federation. Offering scientific evidence that refutes many of the most tenacious and persevering folklore about wild animals, Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind will captivate you with fascinating facts and humorous anecdotes about more than thirty North American species-- some as familiar as the common toad, and others as elusive as the lynx. Owls Aren't Wise & Bats Aren't Blind is an entertaining dose of scientific reality for any nature enthusiast or armchair adventurer.


Wild Dogs

Wild Dogs

Author: Deborah Hodge

Publisher: Turtleback Books

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780606165570

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Easy-to-read text and detailed illustrations meet the research needs of young children and satisfy their curiosity about some of their favorite animals.


Gray Foxes

Gray Foxes

Author: Jane P. Gardner

Publisher: Bearport Publishing

Published: 2013-08-01

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 1617729744

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What's that bushy-tailed animal scampering up a tree? It's a gray fox--the only canine that is as comfortable in a tree as it is on the ground. Mother foxes make their dens inside fallen logs or high off the ground in hollow trees. Inside the den, the mother gives birth to her tiny, helpless kits. As the kits get bigger and stronger, they wrestle with one another and pounce on their mother's tail, gaining the skills they need to become great hunters. In this coming-of-age introduction to gray foxes, readers will see how these pups learn how to catch prey and live as adult foxes. The lively text, colorful pages, and exquisite photos are sure to delight and engage emergent readers.


Red Foxes

Red Foxes

Author: Ruth Strother

Publisher: Bearport Publishing

Published: 2013-08-01

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 1617729779

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With their bushy tails and pointed snouts, red foxes look like their larger wolf cousins. But, unlike wolves, they have gorgeous red-and-white fur. In addition to being incredibly cute, these foxes are finely tuned hunting machines. They have an excellent sense of smell and are always ready to pounce, even as tiny pups! In this coming-of-age introduction to red foxes, readers will see how these pups grow up to become adult foxes. The lively text, colorful pages, and exquisite photos are sure to delight and engage emergent readers.


Canids

Canids

Author: Claudio Sillero-Zubiri

Publisher: World Conservation Union

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 452

ISBN-13:

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The new Canid Action Plan synthesizes the current knowledge on the biology, ecology and status of all wild canid species, and outlines the conservation actions and projects needed to secure their long-term survival. Aiming at conservation biologists, ecologists, local conservation officials, administrators, educators, and all others dealing with canids in their jobs, the authors aspire to stimulate the conservation of all canids by highlighting problems, debating priorities and suggesting action.


Spirit of the Wild Dog

Spirit of the Wild Dog

Author: Lesley J. Rogers

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 9781865086736

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From the grey wolf to the dingo, the South American bush dog to the whistling hunter, wild dogs have been free spirits on every continent except Antarctica and have thrived in all environments. This is an up-to-date and highly readable account of the skills, personalities and lifestyles of these dogs.