Predators In The Backyard

Author : Nancy Lawson
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 1616896175
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Humane Gardener written by Nancy Lawson and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2017-04-18 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.

Author : Eugene L. Fytche
Publisher : [Carp, Ont.] : Creative Bound International Incorporated
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 124 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Wild Predators? written by Eugene L. Fytche and published by [Carp, Ont.] : Creative Bound International Incorporated. This book was released on 2003 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Sarah C. Campbell
Publisher : Astra Publishing House
ISBN 13 : 1635928362
Total Pages : 35 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Wolfsnail written by Sarah C. Campbell and published by Astra Publishing House. This book was released on 2022-07-26 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book Perfect for kids interested in animals, science, and the world of their backyard, this photographic story of a day in the life of a wolfsnail offers a dramatic introduction to a little-known predator and the impact it has on habitats where it does not belong. On a typical day, the wolfsnail hunts its prey: other snails. Big, strong, and fast (for a snail), the wolfsnail has a taste for meat, and in some areas, it is called the cannibal snail. On the prowl, the wolfsnail finds the slime trail of a smaller snail and follows the path toward its prey. When the chase ends and the dramatic feast is done, nothing remains of the smaller snail... except an empty shell. Slithering and suspenseful, this enlightening book also includes amazing facts about the wolfsnail and a glossary.

Author : Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Publisher : Bellwether Media
ISBN 13 : 1612115772
Total Pages : 24 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Weasels written by Megan Borgert-Spaniol and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2008-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Weasels are small and furry with a face of innocent curiosity, but itÕs all a facade. They are bloodthirsty predators, and theyÕll stop at nothing to sink their teeth into prey twice their size. Kids will learn how these unexpected predators manage to survive and thrive.

Author : Roland W. Kays
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 1400833507
Total Pages : 816 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mammals of North America written by Roland W. Kays and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2009-11-09 with total page 816 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best field guide to North American mammals The best-selling field guide that "sets new standards" (New Scientist) and "makes all other field guides for mammals of the United States. . . and Canada obsolete" (Journal of Mammalogy) is now even better. Covering 20 species recognized since 2002 and including 13 new color plates, this fully revised edition of Mammals of North America illustrates all 462 known mammal species in the United States and Canada—each in beautiful color and accurate detail. With a more up-to-date species list than any other guide, improved facing-page descriptions, easier-to-read distribution maps, updated common and scientific names, and track and scat illustrations, this slim, light, and easy-to-use volume is the must-have source for identifying North American mammals. Roland Kays and Don Wilson have scoured the technical literature to pull out the key differences between similar species, and illustrated these whenever possible, making the guide useful to amateur naturalists and professional zoologists alike. Casual animal watchers will appreciate the overview of mammal diversity and the tips on identifying animals they can spy in their binoculars, while scientists will appreciate the exacting detail needed to distinguish similar species, including illustrations of shrew teeth, bat toes, and whale dorsal fins. The best-illustrated and easiest-to-use field guide to North American mammals Beautiful and accurate color illustrations of all 462 mammals found in the United States and Canada—including 20 species recognized since 2002 112 color plates—including 13 new ones Key identification information—fully revised—on facing pages The most current taxonomy/species list Fully revised, easy-to-read range maps Illustrations of tracks, scat, and whale and dolphin dive sequences

Author : Sally Morgan
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1645020657
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Healthy Vegetable Garden written by Sally Morgan and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-02 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you’re an experienced gardener, homesteader, or market farmer, this A–Z, soil-to-table guide shows you how to reduce chemical inputs; naturally enrich your growing ecology; and create a hardy, nutrient-dense, and delicious crop. "There are few gardeners (or farmers) I know who wouldn’t benefit from reading Sally Morgan’s new book. . . . The Healthy Vegetable Garden is a detailed and indispensable resource."—Hobby Farms In The Healthy Vegetable Garden, expert organic gardener Sally Morgan explains how to use natural approaches to cope with the challenges of a changing climate through principles from regenerative gardening, agroecology, and permaculture—all to help your green space thrive. The Healthy Vegetable Garden shows you how to: Combat disease and keep pests at bay with natural predators, companion planting, and trap and barrier crops Choose the right plants to attract pollinators and pest predators Build a healthy soil full of organic matter, earthworms, and mycorrhizal fungi Regenerate soil through no-dig practices, composting, cover crops, and mulching Boost biodiversity through the use of crop rotations and polyculture Rewild your garden by creating a range of habitats, making use of walls and fences, log piles, water features, and wild corners Understand plant defenses and use biocontrols Make natural barriers, traps, and lures A healthy, productive garden should work in harmony with nature to produce and protect delicious fruits and vegetables and build a rich soil that is full of life. With The Healthy Vegetable Garden, growers of all levels will start reducing incidents of pests and diseases while creating a verdant habitat—all without the need for fertilizers, pesticides, or weedkillers.

Author : Doug Peacock
Publisher : Holt Paperbacks
ISBN 13 : 9781429933476
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.7X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Grizzly Years written by Doug Peacock and published by Holt Paperbacks. This book was released on 2011-04-01 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For nearly twenty years, alone and unarmed, author Doug Peacock traversed the rugged mountains of Montana and Wyoming tracking the magnificent grizzly. His thrilling narrative takes us into the bear's habitat, where we observe directly this majestic animal's behavior, from hunting strategies, mating patterns, and denning habits to social hierarchy and methods of communication. As Peacock tracks the bears, his story turns into a thrilling narrative about the breaking down of suspicion between man and beast in the wild.

Author : Lisa Steele
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780985562250
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fresh Eggs Daily written by Lisa Steele and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than ever, Americans care about the quality and safety of the food they eat. They're bringing back an American tradition: raising their own backyard chickens for eggs and companionship. And they care about the quality of life of their chickens. Fresh Eggs Daily is an authoritative, accessible guide to coops, nesting boxes, runs, breeding, feed, and natural health care with time-tested remedies. The author promotes the benefits of keeping chickens happy and well-occupied, and in optimal health, free of chemicals and antibiotics. She emphasizes the therapeutic value of herbs and natural supplements to maintaining a healthy environment for your chickens. Includes many "recipes" and 8 easy DIY projects for the coop and run. Full color photos throughout. The USDA's new study of urban chicken raising sees a 400% increase in backyard chickens over the next 5 years, driven by younger adults.

Author : Christina Steiner
Publisher : Book Venture Publishing LLC
ISBN 13 : 1945496541
Total Pages : 46 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Predators in the Backyard written by Christina Steiner and published by Book Venture Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2016-07-30 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover six predators lurking in your very own backyard. Their size may not be impressive to humans but their skills and weapons are mighty and efficient. Because they are deadly to their selected prey they are essential to the natural balance of the insect world. These predators were honored by ancient and new civilizations and became the source of legends, fables and lore. The bounty of nature is a treasure chest depicted here in the incredible world of insects and spiders. Go out there, study these hunters, respect and admire their abilities and always, always treat your environment like the most precious gift.

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 62 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Backyard Woods written by and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: