Nature's Music: The Science of Birdsong




Peter R. Marler / Hans Slabbekoorn, «Nature's Music: The Science of Birdsong»
Academic Press | ISBN: 0124730701 | November 3, 2004 | 504 pages | PDF | 7.3 Mb

The voices of birds have always been a source of fascination. Natures Music brings together some of the worlds experts on birdsong, to review the advances that have taken place in our understanding of how and why birds sing, what their songs and calls mean, and how they have evolved. All contributors have strived to speak, not only to fellow experts, but also to the general reader. The result is a book of readable science, richly illustrated with recordings and pictures of the sounds of birds.

Bird song is much more than just one behaviour of a single, particular group of organisms. It is a model for the study of a wide variety of animal behaviour systems, ecological, evolutionary and neurobiological. Bird song sits at the intersection of breeding, social and cognitive behaviour and ecology. As such interest in this book will extend far beyond the purely ornithological - to behavioural ecologists psychologists and neurobiologists of all kinds.

* The scoop on local dialects in birdsong
* How birdsongs are used for fighting and flirting
* The writers are all international authorities on their subject

Crocodile: Evolution's Greatest Survivor




Lynne Kelly, «Crocodile: Evolution's Greatest Survivor»
Allen & Unwin | ISBN: 1741144981 | 2007-07-01 | 288 pages | PDF | 3 Mb

The crocodilian is an ancient animal whose ancestors have roamed the earth since the time of the dinosaurs. While continents drifted, ice ages thawed and once-prolific species became extinct, the crocodilian survived it all. Today, the Australian saltie, Chinese alligator, Indian gharial and black caiman are just some of the twenty-three species of descendants found across the world. More recently, human interaction with these dangerous and intriguing animals has been reflected in myths and legends dating back to earliest recorded history. Feared or revered, crocodilians have always fascinated. Yet this interaction has come at a price, and many breeds of this seemingly indestructible species are now facing extinction because of human activity, intrusion into their habitats and retaliation for the threat they pose to humans. This is the fascinating and extraordinary story of the crocodile, one of evolution's greatest survivors.

Life The Science of Biology 7th Edition



Book Description
Authoritative, thorough, and engaging, Life: The Science of Biology achieves an optimal balance of scholarship and teachability, never losing sight of either the science or the student. The first introductory text to present biological concepts through the research that revealed them, Life covers the full range of topics with an integrated experimental focus that flows naturally from the narrative. This approach helps to bring the drama of classic and cutting-edge research to the classroom—but always in the context of reinforcing core ideas and the innovative scientific thinking behind them. Students will experience biology not just as a litany of facts or a highlight reel of experiments, but as a rich, coherent discipline.
The new edition builds on Life's enduring strengths by doing what this acclaimed text has always done: combine a contemporary view of the discipline with innovative teaching and learning features. New chapters and essays, an enhanced art program, and standard-setting media and supplements combine to make this edition the finest yet. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

The Hunt for the Dawn Monkey: Unearthing the Origins of Monkeys, Apes, and Humans



The Hunt for the Dawn Monkey: Unearthing the Origins of Monkeys, Apes, and Humans | Christopher Beard
ISBN: 0520249860 | August 6, 2006 | PDF | 364 pages | 2.13 Mb


In recent years, paleontologists have feuded over the origins—long assumed to be African—of our very distant ancestors, the anthropoid primates. Fossil expert Beard presents his controversial case for Asia in this dense chronicle. Searching in central China for bones from the Eocene epoch, Beard's assistant Wen Chaohua, a local farmer, found an extraordinarily intact fossil jaw of the tiny prosimian Eosimias ("dawn monkey"). This jaw, Beard believes, will link small Asian primates such as tarsiers with the distant anthropoid ancestors of humans. Not exactly the Bigfoot-like missing link of popular imagination, but as Beard notes wryly, "The dirty little secret of paleoanthropology is that, while there are plenty of missing links, they don't occur where most people think they do." Knowing his findings will create an "academic brouhaha," Beard spends 300 pages building an intricate case for his tarsier theory. To establish context and popularize the subject, he describes the work of Georges Cuvier (1769–1832) and other noted paleontologists. But he also includes endless details about tiny skulls and their components, scientific conferences, global climate change hypotheses and the minutiae of Darwinist theory. Tales of harsh field expeditions make for good reading, and Beard's findings tell a startling scientific story, but information overload keeps this book from being suitable for most general readers. Illus.

What About Labrador Retrievers: The Joy and Realities of Living with a Lab - Reup.



What About Labrador Retrievers: The Joy and Realities of Living with a Lab
Howell Book House | 2003 | 160 pages | ISBN-10: 0764540882 | PFD | 1.33 MB


Are Labrador Retrievers generally healthy dogs?
How much does it cost to keep a Lab?
Can I keep my Lab inside, or do I need a yard?

That little Labrador Retriever puppy is so adorable–but is he the right dog for you? Many prospective dog owners don’t ask the questions they should when deciding to bring a new puppy home. Now, the What About? series is here to help you understand the real-life implications of your decision, saving you time, money, and potential heartache–and protecting you and the dog from the consequences of an inappropriate choice.

Drawing upon the expertise of Labrador Retriever breeders, owners, rescue organizations, veterinarians, and trainers, What About Labrador Retrievers? provides honest, reliable advice on what it’s really like to own and raise a Lab–no punches pulled. In a friendly, easy-to-follow Q&A format, veterinarian Karla Rugh offers solid, proven guidance on everything you need to know about raising a Lab, including:

Breed characteristics · Behavior · Costs of ownership · Development in all life stages · Diet · Exercise requirements · Genetics and why it’simportant · Health and general care · Temperament · Training requirements · Working with behaviorists, trainers, and veterinarians · And more

Don’t be taken by surprise. Get the answers you need now–before you get that Labrador Retriever puppy–and make a smart, informed decision.

ABC Practical Guide to Dog Training - Reup.



ABC Practical Guide to Dog Training
Howell Book House | 2003 | 208 pages | ISBN-10: 0764567225 | PDF | 6.35 MB

With the proliferation of titles in the market today, why another book on pet dog training?
Because most of them sound wonderful, but don't work! And the dogs being trained often develop problems as a result. Frustrated pet owners are looking for practical, humane answers -- that provide results.
The experienced approach contained in The ABC Practical Training Guide has proven itself with over 40,000 dog owners across the United States and Canada who have found their answers "as simple as ABC."

Amphibian Declines: The Conservation Status of United States Species



Amphibian Declines: The Conservation Status of United States Species
1115 pages | University of California Press | English | ISBN-10: 0520235924 | RAR&PDF | 17.70/26.25 MB

This benchmark volume documents in comprehensive detail a major environmental crisis: rapidly declining amphibian populations and the disturbing developmental problems that are increasingly prevalent within many amphibian species. Horror stories on this topic have been featured in the scientific and popular press over the past fifteen years, invariably asking what amphibian declines are telling us about the state of the environment. Are declines harbingers of devastated ecosystems or simply weird reflections of a peculiar amphibian world? This compendium--presenting new data, reviews of current literature, and comprehensive species accounts--reinforces what scientists have begun to suspect, that amphibians are a lens through which the state of the environment can be viewed more clearly. And, that the view is alarming and presages serious concerns for all life, including that of our own species. The first part of this work consists of more than fifty essays covering topics from the causes of declines to conservation, surveys and monitoring, and education. The second part consists of species accounts describing the life history and natural history of every known amphibian species in the United States.

How to Build Your Birdhouse




How to Build Your Birdhouse | 1.76 mb


First you must know what birds you would like to attract. That entails a bit of research. Fortunately, everything you need to know to develop this hobby is available in "How to Build Your Birdhouse."

Did you know that every species of bird has special preferences about the type of nest or birdhouse that it will use? Tree swallows, wrens, and bluebirds prefer single unit, enclosed birdhouses.

Bluebirds and tree swallows prefer open areas with fewer shrubs and trees while wrens prefer nesting in boxes close to shrubs. Phoebes and robins like a sheltered platform, rather than closed nest boxes.

Anyone can do it!

"How to Build Your Birdhouse" is packed with information about birds and building birdhouses.

Undertaking this new hobby as a family project is a great way to interact with your children. Not only will they learn how to build the birdhouses with you, but will also be contributing to making our world a better place.

How to keep your Dog Healthy



How to keep your Dog Healthy | 10.95 mb

This book covers everything there is to know about dog health. In fact, some people have called it the "Exhaustive Resource Of Dog Health"!

It's like having your very own dog health expert that you can reference and ask questions anytime that you need to! You'll uncover a wide array of tips including interesting facts that made them what they are today! For example..

Here's Just a "Sneak-Peak" At What You'll
Uncover With How To Keep Your Dog Healthy

* Learn exactly how to housebreak a new puppy

* Sleeping accommodations what works best and why

* Find out how to spot Dental Fistula and what to do next!

* How much to feed your dog, and how many times a day

* Discover the most common feet and nail problems in dogs, and how to prevent and treat these problems

* Medical related topics such as transmissible diseases to man..

* Excessive barking and obedience training

* What kind of diet a dog puppy will need to grow into a healthy, and very strong adult, AND if this diet changes as it gets older..

* What kind of diet supplementation should you use and why

* Dog language what does it mean and how to respond to your pet

* Breaking your dog of chasing cars...

Pet Goldfish Secrets



ISBN N/A | English | PDF | 2006 Year | 11 Mb | 242 Pages

"Who Else Wants Happy And Healthy Goldfishes. Learn Amazing Goldfish Secrets You Can't Find Anywhere Else On The Internet, Including Secrets Which Can Add More Years to Your Pet Goldfishes Life!!!"

Whether you already own Goldfishes or are just looking to get started ... Learn everything you need to know about Goldfishes Including Secrets About Selecting a Goldfish, Tank Settings, Feeding, Health Care, Breeding, Pond Construction, Filters And Much Much More... If you want to find the best secrets of "Goldfishes" as incredible pets, then this is going to be the most exciting message you ever read.
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There's an awesome new eBook called Pet Goldfish Secrets that will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about Goldfishes