The County Avifaunas are a growing series giving full details of the status and range of every species recorded in the county in question. Each title covers all species on the county list, with a detailed breakdown of rarity records, and each has introductory sections describing the county's general ecology, climate, weather patterns, its ornithological history and conservation record. Essex is of national and international importance to many migrating and wintering wildfowl and waders, which can be found on the estuaries. Further inland, the Lea Valley harbours important populations of several species within the complex of reservoirs and gravel-pits.
Green anoles are the most sold pet lizards in the world. Although a hardy species, they have certain requirements which have to be met if they are to live long term. This best-selling book remains the best on the subject presenting in detail vivarium design, feeding, supplementation and breeding. Other species of anoles are covered including Cuban knight anoles, Bahaman brown and Jamaican anoles. Illustrated with many color photos and illustrations.
The ultimate illustrated guide to the most common and sought-after species in the state Birds of Florida highlights 180 bird species in the Sunshine State. Anatomically correct illustrations and detailed descriptions about each bird’s prominent physical attributes and natural habitat make it easy to identify birds in your backyard, favorite parks, and wildlife areas. Informative and beautiful to peruse, it is the essential resource when you’re out in the field.
Animal Tracks highlights eighty-eight of the most common and sought-after mammal, bird, reptile, and amphibian species in North America. Detailed illustrations and descriptions make it easy to identify animal tracks in the backyard and beyond. Each species is accompanied by a detailed listing of its prominent attributes and illustration of its track. This is the essential source in the field.
You know that different species of animals are found all over the world. Animals live in cold oceans, hot deserts, steamy rain forests, and on windblown mountaintops. Each one of them has a unique set of adaptations. You may be surprised to learn that animals of the same species have adaptations that allow them to survive in very different environments.
