Pollination directly affects the food supply on Earth. Pollinators are threatened by pesticides, invasive species, and habitat destruction, but they are especially threatened by a lack of awareness about their importance. This informative book filled with stunning photographs will help children look at insects in a very different way.

An enticing illustrated look at pollination, one of the most astonishing marvels of the natural world Pollination is essential to the survival of most plants on Earth. Some plants rely on the wind to transport pollen from one flower to another. Others employ an array of ingenious strategies to attract and exploit pollinators, whether they be insects, birds, or mammals. This beautifully illustrated book provides an unprecedented look at the wonders of pollination biology, drawing on the latest science to explain the extraordinarily complex relationship between plant and pollinator, and revealing why pollination is vital for healthy ecosystems and a healthy planet. Timothy Walker offers an engaging introduction to pollination biology and explores the many different tactics of plant reproduction. He shows how wind and water can be effective yet wildly unpredictable means of pollination, and describes the intimate interactions of pollinating plants with bees and butterflies, beetles and birds, and lizards and bats. Walker explores how plants entice pollinators using scents, colors, and shapes, and how plants rely on rewards as well as trickery to attract animals. He sheds light on the important role of pollination in ecology, evolution, and agriculture, and discusses why habitat management, species recovery programs, and other conservation efforts are more critical now than ever. Featuring hundreds of color photos and illustrations, Pollination is suitable for undergraduate study and is an essential resource for naturalists, horticulturalists, and backyard gardeners.

An interactive guide to learning about pollinators, insects, birds, and more for kids ages 8-12​ Features over 400 fun facts and easy-to-read articles kids will love all about nature and its amazing inhabitants, from birds and bumblebees to butterflies, bats, bugs, and more​ ​Includes fun and easy DIY outdoor crafts and projects for kids using simple materials that make a positive impact on the environment, from a butterfly house to planting a mini pollinator haven​ ​Teaches children about important pollinating insects and other valuable nature topics, from what pollen is and how it works to why some insects and birds are pollinators while some are not​ ​Features illustrated guides of different types of birds, insects, and flowering plants that attract pollinators, regional maps, and awesome fun facts on state birds across the United States​

Combining the expertise of many of Australia’s leading native bee researchers, this book is a guide to observing and keeping Australia’s broad range of native bee species. Australian Native Bees, now in a slightly updated new edition, provides a wealth of advice on how you can support and enjoy our native bees, whether you grow broad-acre crops or have an urban backyard. You can learn about: • how bees build nests, forage and provide crucial pollination services • how you can examine and recognise our solitary and semi-social bees: blue banded bees, teddy bear bees, carpenter bees, leafcutters, resin bees, cuckoo bees and more • urban bee ecology • how to build a bee hotel • how to keep the popular stingless bees in specialised hives • the importance of native bees and other crop pollinators, and how managed native bees can be used to pollinate crops • bee biosecurity.

This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023. Written by renowned expert authors, our updated resources enable the learner to effectively navigate through the content of the updated Cambridge IGCSETM Biology (0610/0970) syllabus for examination from 2023. - Develop strong practical skills: practical skills features provide guidance on key experiments, interpreting experimental data, and evaluating results; supported by practical questions for practical examinations or alternatives. - Build mathematical skills: worked examples demonstrate the key mathematical skills in scientific contexts; supported by follow-up questions to put these skills into practice. - Consolidate skills and check understanding: self-assessment questions covering core and supplement exam-style questions and checklists embedded throughout the book, alongside key definitions of technical terms and a glossary. - Navigate the syllabus confidently: core and supplement subject content flagged clearly with introductions to each topic outlining the learning objectives and context. - Deepen and enhance scientific knowledge: going further boxes throughout encourage students to take learning to the next level.

Biology is part of the Heinemann Coordinated Science series and covers all of the content needed for Coordinated Science at the top grades in the foundation tier or the higher tier of the examination.

1. All in One ICSE self-study guide deals with Class 9 Biology 2. It Covers Complete Theory, Practice & Assessment 3. The Guide has been divided in 18 Chapters 4. Complete Study: Focused Theories, Solved Examples, Notes, Tables, Figures 5. Complete Practice: Chapter Exercises, Topical Exercises and Challenger are given for practice 6. Complete Assessment: Practical Work, ICSE Latest Specimen Papers & Solved practice Arihant’s ‘All in One’ is one of the best-selling series in the academic genre that is skillfully designed to provide Complete Study, Practice and Assessment. With 2021-22 revised edition of “All in One ICSE Biology” for class 9, which is designed as per the recently prescribed syllabus. The entire book is categorized under 18 chapters giving complete coverage to the syllabus. Each chapter is well supported with Focused Theories, Solved Examples, Check points & Summaries comprising Complete Study Guidance. While Exam Practice, Chapter Exercise and Challengers are given for the Complete Practice. Lastly, Practical Work, Sample and Specimen Papers loaded in the book give a Complete Assessment. Serving as the Self – Study Guide it provides all the explanations and guidance that are needed to study efficiently and succeed in the exam. TOC Cell: The Unit of Life, Tissues, The Flower, Pollination and Fertilisation, Structure and Germination of Seed, Respiration in Plants, Diversity in Living Organisms, Economics Importance of Bacteria and Fungi, Nutrition and Digestion in Humans, Movement and Locomotion, The Skin, Respiratory System, Health and Hygiene, Aids to Health: Active and Passive Immunity, Waste Generation and Management, Explanations to Challengers, Internal Assessment of Practical work, Sample Question Papers (1-5), Latest ICSE Specimen Paper.