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Get this handy guide to caterpillars found throughout North America, and learn how to identify them. The metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly or moth is one of nature's most amazing wonders. While their transformations into winged pollinators tend to get much of the attention, caterpillars are fascinating and beautiful. Anyone who wants butterflies in their backyard or garden should hope for caterpillars too!If you see caterpillars in your area, keep this convenient guide close at hand. Designed for ease of use, the booklet is organized by butterfly or moth, then by family. Narrow your choices based on a caterpillar's physical characteristics, and view just a few species at a time to ID the insect-and see what kind of butterfly or moth it becomes. The professional photographs showcase 90 species. You'll also appreciate bonus information, such as caterpillar anatomy and why butterflies and moths are important. Written by acclaimed author and expert entomologist Jaret C. Daniels, Caterpillars of North America presents the most common and important species to know. Book FeaturesPocket-size format-easier than laminated foldoutsProfessional photos showing key markingsEasy-to-use information for even casual observersThe author's "Top 10 Things You Can Do for Butterflies and Moths"Improve your identification skills and learn more about caterpillars and the butterflies and moths they become, with this lightweight quick guide.

With 31 designs - some new to this volume and a few from the old - this adult coloring book brings together both mandalas and big cats! With lions, cheetahs, tigers, and more! Each design has its own dedicated page, so bleed throughs (should they happen) won't be a problem since there is no design on the backside of the page to ruin! This also allows you to remove the page, should you so choose, and do whatever it is you wish to do with it. Cut it out and hang it in a window, pin it to a corkboard, tape it to the mirror- the list is endless. Give your mind a break from this chaotic world and enjoy some wonderful big cat faces and mandalas!

"Ants come alive on this fabulously illustrated journey into the heart of a bustling colony. Ants share a vibrant and complex communal life and remarkable abilities to communicate with each other. The Ant Collective presents the world of ants as you have never seen it before, using hyperrealistic, computer-generated imagery that shows 3D-like views of activities inside and outside a thriving nest of red wood ants. With chapters on topics ranging from the establishment and construction of the nest to the birth of an ant trail and the relocation of a colony, this one-of-a-kind book brilliantly integrates informative descriptions with the illustrations, drawing on the latest science to reveal the innermost workings of the colony and enabling you to explore the ant collective as if you are there. Features a wealth of naturalistic 3D-like illustrations and schematic infographics. Depicts the anatomy of ants, the architecture of their nests, their interactions with the environment and other animals, and their collective social behavior. Follows the annual life cycle of the colony. Provides an incredible up-close look at ant reproduction, defense, foraging, nesting, division of labor, and more. Packed with information about the biology, ecology, and communication skills of these marvelous insects"--

The essential illustrated guide to how birds design and build their nests—now fully revised and expandedBirds are the most consistently inventive builders, and their nests set the bar for functional design in nature. Describing how birds design, engineer, and build their nests, Avian Architecture deconstructs all types of nests found around the world using architectural blueprints and detailed descriptions of the construction processes and engineering techniques birds use.This spectacularly illustrated book features more than 300 full-color images and more than 40 case studies that profile key species worldwide. Each chapter covers a different type of nest, from tunnel nests and mound nests to floating nests, hanging nests, woven nests, and even multiple-nest avian cities. Other kinds of avian construction—such as bowers and food stores—are also featured.Now with more case studies and an updated foreword, this revised and expanded edition includes intricate step-by-step sequences, visual spreads on nest-building materials and methods, and insightful commentary by a leading expert.Illustrates how birds around the world design, engineer, and build their nestsFeatures architectural blueprints, step-by-step sequences, visual spreads on nest-building materials and methods, and expert commentaryIncludes more than 300 full-color imagesCovers more than 100 bird species worldwide

Did Max chew your new leather shoes? Did Fluffy piddle on the parquet again? Is your new puppy pushing you to the brink of madness? These little fluffballs are adorable, but they can be a lot of work. Don't worry! That's One Smart Puppy: The Ultimate Care Guide to Raising a Happy, Healthy, and Obedient Puppy has solutions for you.Puppies don't come preprogrammed. They need your patient attention to teach them what they need to know.With the right tips and tricks, you can turn any mischievous mongrel into a well-behaved but still punchy pup. I have studied, cared for, and trained dogs for the last 30 years. Each one has taught me valuable lessons, and I'm passing those on to you in this book. Some puppies love mud. Others swash water. Some shred tissues. Others steal socks. Whatever their quirks, you need to know how to manage the mess. Inside That's One Smart Puppy, you'll discover: ¿ Witty ways to keep chaos to a minimum ¿ How to choose the right breed for your family ¿ Basic health care, veterinarian needs, and nutrition ¿ How to speak dog, learn their language, and teach them yours ¿ The best toys, leashes, and tools for your pup ¿ How to raise a friendly, fun, and confident companion And much more that will help you learn your puppy-training ABCs. For clever ways to train your puppy-and bring you back from your breaking point-pick up your copy of That's One Smart Puppy: The Ultimate Care Guide to Raising a Happy, Healthy, and Obedient Puppy today!

Step into the fascinating world of cat chakras, the energy centres within your feline companion. Julie-Anne Thorne, an expert in holistic healing, teaches ways to unlock the secrets to your cat's well-being by balancing and harmonising its chakras, promoting improved health, vitality and emotional balance. Julie-Anne guides you through a variety of approaches to influence and align your cat's energy, leading to a happy, healthy cat. This book is much needed in the cat health space to provide more tools for cat guardians to explore and understand how to help their cats heal on physical and energetic levels while also providing tools to prevent disease through the chakras. Every cat guardian , should own a copy of this book so that you can learn how to connect and heal your cats on a much deeper level that is truly needed in the stress-filled, emotionally strained world that we live in today.

Welcome back to the enchanting Crimson Cove, where magic and mystery go hand in hand.Juno, our sassy talking cat, and her trusty witch companion, Zandra Crypt, embark on their next spine-tingling adventure when Juno is accused of murdering half-angel Erig Morfiel.As they delve into the case, they discover a family trapped in a web of lies that threaten to destroy them.When the death toll climbs and more lives are in peril, Juno and Zandra must race against time to exonerate Juno's name and unravel the mystery before it's too late! As the clock ticks down, the stakes are higher than ever, and they must use their magical powers to catch the killer and uncover the truth.***Dive into book seven of the Magical Misfits Mystery series, with Juno, our lovable talking white cat and her outcast witch, Zandra Crypt, as they explore friendship and loyalty in the magic-filled town of Crimson Cove. You'll be swept away by the charming characters, the stunning setting, and the plot twists.This captivating witch cozy mystery is packed with unexpected revelations that'll keep you guessing. Can you figure out whodunit before Juno does?