Author: Robert W. Shumaker
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
ISBN: 1421439565
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 353

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Schaller, Robert W. Shumaker, Sigourney Weaver, Patricia Chapple Wright

Author: Alexis Schwarzenbach
Publisher: Profile Books(GB)
ISBN: 9781846685309
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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The lavishly illustrated story of the World Wildlife Fund, the world's largest environmental organization.

Author: Lori Robinson
Publisher: New Insights Press
ISBN: 9780996548649
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 174

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An Anthology of readings from 50 leading conservationists discussing "what motivates them" to keep working at saving some of the most endangered species and threatened areas of the planet.

Author: Julie Scardina
Publisher: Running Press Adult
ISBN: 0762445165
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 363

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With one-third of known species being threatened with extinction, wildlife conservationists are some of the most important heroes on the planet, and Wildlife Heroes profiles the work of 40 of the leading conservationists and the animals and causes they are committed to saving, such as Belinda Low (zebras), Iain Douglas-Hamilton (elephants), Karen Eckert (sea turtles), S.T. Wong (sun bear), Steve Galster (wildlife trade), and Wangari Maathai (habitat loss). Since we all should have an interest in conservation, there is a chapter providing information on ways people can get involved and make a difference. Chapter introductions are by author Kuki Gallmann, actor Ted Danson, actress Stefanie Powers, Congressman Jay Inslee, and TV personality Jack Hanna.

Author: Georgann Eubanks
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 1469664917
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 371

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The American South is famous for its astonishingly rich biodiversity. In this book, Georgann Eubanks takes a wondrous trek from Alabama to North Carolina to search out native plants that are endangered and wavering on the edge of erasure. Even as she reveals the intricate beauty and biology of the South's plant life, she also shows how local development and global climate change are threatening many species, some of which have been graduated to the federal list of endangered species. Why should we care, Eubanks asks, about North Carolina's Yadkin River goldenrod, found only in one place on earth? Or the Alabama canebrake pitcher plant, a carnivorous marvel being decimated by criminal poaching and a booming black market? These plants, she argues, are important not only to the natural environment but also to southern identity, and she finds her inspiration in talking with the heroes the botanists, advocates, and conservationists young and old on a quest to save these green gifts of the South for future generations. These passionate plant lovers caution all of us not to take for granted the sensitive ecosystems that contribute to the region's long-standing appeal, beauty, and character.

Author: Lowell E. Baier
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538139391
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 377

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Winner, Independent Press Award - Conservation/Green, 2021 The only hope for successful conservation of America’s threatened, endangered, and at-risk wildlife is through voluntary, cooperative partnerships that focus on private land, where over 75% of at-risk species can be found. Private landowners form the bedrock of these partnerships, and they have a long history of rising to meet the challenge of conservation. But they can’t do it alone. This book is a guide for private landowners who want to conserve wildlife. Whether engaged in farming, ranching, forestry, mining, energy development, or another business, private working lands all have value as wildlife habitat, with the proper management and financial support. This book provides landowners and their partners with a roadmap to achieve conservation compatible with their financial and personal goals. This book introduces the art and language of land management planning as well as regulatory compliance with laws such as the Endangered Species Act of 1973. It categorizes and explains the tools used by wildlife professionals to implement conservation on private lands. Moreover it documents the multitude of federal, state, local, and private opportunities for landowners to find financial and technical assistance in managing wildlife, from working with a local NGO to accessing the $6 billion per year available through the federal Farm Bill.

Author: Thomas R. Dunlap
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 9780691006130
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 248

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Through an account of evolving ideas about wolves and coyotes, Thomas Dunlap shows how American attitudes toward animals have changed.

Author: Thomas Dunlap
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691224277
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 239

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Through an account of evolving ideas about wolves and coyotes, Thomas Dunlap shows how American attitudes toward animals have changed.

Author: Lori Robinson
Publisher: Skyhorse
ISBN: 1510713654
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 224

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Today we are faced with the alarming possibility that as many as 50 percent of species alive will become extinct within this century. This statistic is so staggering that scientists have begun to refer to the twenty-first century as the “sixth extinction.” But while this is alarming, all hope is not lost; conservation experts across the globe are working tirelessly to preserve our planet for future generations. In Wild Lives, twenty of these pioneers share their stories via exclusive interviews. Coming from different countries, diverse cultures, a variety of socio-economic backgrounds, and specializing in different species, all of these conservationists have an important characteristic in common: they have committed their lives to saving our planet and the majestic species that call it home. Some of these esteemed contributors include: Today we are faced with the staggering possibility that as many as 50 percent of species alive will become extinct within this century. This statistic is so staggering that scientists have begun to refer to the twenty-first century as the “sixth extinction.” But while this is alarming, all hope is not lost; conservation experts across the globe are working tirelessly to preserve our planet for future generations. •Beverly and Dereck Joubert, National Geographic filmmakers and big cat experts •Ric O’Barry, dolphin advocate and trainer of Flipper •George Schaller, famed field biologist and author •Yossi Leshem, Israeli ornithologist •Dominique Bikaba, gorilla activist •Paul Hilton, award-winning wildlife photographer Passionate and inspiring, Wild Lives is an important and timely reminder of the beauty and fragility of our world and the obligation that every person has towards preserving it.

Author: Rebecca Hunter
Publisher: Sea to Sea Publications
ISBN: 9781597712989
Category : Wildlife conservation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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This series looks at the important environmental issues facing he world today. Rising pollution, an expanding population, increasingly scarce natural resources, and the risk of global arming, all threaten our planet. Each book in the Eco Alert series has feature boxes highlighting areas of special interest and suggestions as to how readers can help reduce the problems. Saving Wildlife examines the ways our actions are endangering he wildlife on our planet. Why do animals become endangered? hat is the biggest threat to wildlife? How many animals have come extinct recently? What conservation methods are being used to protect and save our wildlife? Book jacket.