Quest for the Tree Kangaroo
Title | Quest for the Tree Kangaroo PDF eBook |
Author | Sy Montgomery |
Publisher | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
Pages | 84 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9780618496419 |
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Tree Kangaroos
Title | Tree Kangaroos PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | Academic Press |
Pages | 494 |
Release | 2020-12-11 |
Genre | Science |
ISBN | 0128146753 |
Tree Kangaroos: Science and Conservation, a volume in the Biodiversity of the World: Conservation from Genes to Landscapes series, provides an overview of tree kangaroo species and their relationship with humans. This exciting, interdisciplinary work on tree kangaroo science and conservation is divided into six major sections: (1) tree kangaroo evolution, genetics, taxonomy, ecology, behavior, and conservation status; (2) current and emerging threats to the species; (3) conservation programs in Australia and New Guinea with an emphasis on the human aspect of conservation; (4) the role of zoos in conservation solutions; (5) techniques and technologies to study this elusive marsupial; and (6) what is needed to keep tree kangaroos and their landscapes healthy in the future. The series on Biodiversity of the World: Conservation from Genes to Landscapes includes titles focused on specific species or taxa across disciplinary boundaries and spatial scales-from genes to landscapes. Volumes are edited and written by prominent scholars and practitioners to illuminate and advance biodiversity science and conservation. Includes coverage of all known tree kangaroo species Features contributions edited and written by the world's leading researchers and practitioners focusing on these scientifically mysterious marsupials Provides accessible scientific and general information to a wide audience including students, academics, researchers, conservation professionals, policy makers, business leaders, zoo professionals, health professionals, and people interested in community-based conservation Presents the current knowledge of tree kangaroos, helping to lay the foundations and best practices for future conservation and research in Australia and New Guinea
Kakapo Rescue
Title | Kakapo Rescue PDF eBook |
Author | Sy Montgomery |
Publisher | HarperCollins |
Pages | 80 |
Release | 2010-05-24 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0547529252 |
2011 Sibert Medal Winner On remote Codfish Island off the southern coast of New Zealand live the last ninety-one kakapo parrots on earth. These trusting, flightless, and beautiful birds—the largest and most unusual parrots on earth—have suffered devastating population loss. Now, on an island refuge with the last of the species, New Zealand’s National Kakapo Recovery Team is working to restore the kakapo population. With the help of fourteen humans who share a single hut and a passion for saving these odd ground-dwelling birds, the kakapo are making a comeback in New Zealand. Follow intrepid animal lovers Sy Montgomery and Nic Bishop on a ten-day excursion to witness the exciting events in the life of the kakapo.
Tree Kangaroos
Title | Tree Kangaroos PDF eBook |
Author | Tim Fridtjof Flannery |
Publisher | |
Pages | 202 |
Release | 1996 |
Genre | Tree kangaroos |
ISBN | 9780730104926 |
A three-part scientific work based on a study conducted by scientists from the Australian Museum in PNG, Irian Jaya and Australia. Contains contributions from a range of people including biologists, curators and those who live with the tree kangaroos. Part one considers a brief history of the animal and people who co-share the environment; Part two looks at tree kangaroos evolution, distribution and taxonomy; Part three is about the biology of the animal. Colour plates accompany part two with colour illustrations and diagrams in parts one and three. Includes appendices, biographical notes, references and an index. Illustrations are by Peter Schouten.
Quest for the Tree Kangaroo
Title | Quest for the Tree Kangaroo PDF eBook |
Author | Sy Montgomery |
Publisher | |
Pages | 79 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | Matschie's tree kangaroo |
ISBN | 9781428738133 |
Follow a group of explorers and scientists as they travel to Papua New Guinea to find a type of kangaroo that lives in trees.
Gorilla Doctors
Title | Gorilla Doctors PDF eBook |
Author | Pamela S. Turner |
Publisher | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
Pages | 69 |
Release | 2008-08-06 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0547530773 |
The author of The Frog Scientist showcases the work of the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project in “an outstanding science nature title” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) Mountain gorillas are playful, curious, and protective of their families. They are also one of the most endangered species in the world. For years, mountain gorillas have faced the threat of death by poachers. Funds raised by “gorilla tourism”—bringing people into the forest to see gorillas—have helped protect them. This tourism is vital but contact between gorillas and people brought a new threat to the gorillas: human disease. The Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project is a group of scientists working to save the mountain gorilla population in Rwanda and Uganda. The gorilla doctors study the effects of human exposure, provide emergency care, and act as foster parents to an orphaned gorilla. “Excellent photographs prominently feature the scientists at work (predominantly women and people of color in scientific roles) as well as the photogenic gorillas.”—Horn Book, starred review “The author, who has a degree in public health, is especially successful in explaining how improving community public health benefits both gorillas and humans. Spectacular and appealing photos of gorillas, scientists and the Rwanda Preserve add even more appeal.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “The readable text records their efforts to treat the great apes in the field as they encounter poachers, meet with loss of habitat, and face their newest threat: human diseases that can cross species lines . . . The whole is accompanied by striking, full-color photographs and includes a list of other resources, a postscript, and an index.”—School Library Journal
Paddy O’Melon
Title | Paddy O’Melon PDF eBook |
Author | Julia Cooper |
Publisher | Exisle Publishing |
Pages | 35 |
Release | 2017-08-01 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1775593509 |