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A pocket-friendly photographic field guide to 280 birds of the British Isles.RSPB Birds of the British Isles features all regularly occurring birds in the Britain, Ireland and the Isle of Man, covering familiar year-round species such as Wren and Sparrowhawk, winter and summer visitors including Teal and Kittiwake, and a selection of rarer birds.Featuring concise identification text and expert photography, this photographic reference guide is suitable for both beginner and experienced birdwatchers alike. Species accounts include succinct descriptions of each bird's appearance, behaviour, calls and songs, and seasonal movements. The guide also identifies where to see each species and showcases this clearly through up-to-date distribution maps of the British Isles. Author and photographer Rebecca Nason has carefully chosen 300 colour photographs to illuminate key identification points, including photos of male and female birds for sexually dimorphic species.Whether you are birdwatching in your garden or exploring wetlands, woodlands, mountains or the coast, RSPB Birds of the British Isles is an ideal companion.

Miss Busby investigates: Murder at Little MintonA picturesque Cotswolds village at Christmas 1922, a man found face down floating in the lake. He was known to take a risk, an insurance salesman; debonair, charming and sweet-talking.His clients were all ladies of a certain age, but nothing was as it seemed; he was playing a game, he pushed his luck, he put a price on his head and somebody decided to collect.Miss Busby helped Major Heathcliff Lennox solve a series of murders at Bloxford in the Cotswolds. Now she finds herself drawn into a new murder, but this time, it's just her, and she must rely on her sharp mind, and sharper wits, to catch a Cotswolds killer. Along with a handsome police inspector, and a reporter who's keen to make her mark.Full of twists and turns, "Miss Busby Investigates: Murder at Little Minton" is a real page-turner that will keep you guessing until the very end. With its strong protagonist and charming Christmas setting, this book is a must-read for fans of classic whodunits and cozy mysteries alike.

In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, a tale of courage, compassion, and conservation unfolds. "Orca Tales" is a riveting narrative that brings to life the urgent struggle for the survival of Orcas, also known as killer whales, in the face of human recklessness.The story begins with a shocking incident: a young Orca is deliberately run over by a boat, an act witnessed and captured on video by two bystanders. As the narrative unfolds, we meet a diverse cast of characters - Jill, Jack, Chloe, Shirley, and others - who are drawn together by their shared mission to rescue and treat the injured Orca.From the daring rescue operations to the intricate medical procedures, the story offers a behind-the-scenes look at the efforts to save these magnificent creatures. But it's not just about the Orcas. It's also about the people who dedicate their lives to protecting them, their triumphs and challenges, and the bonds they form with each other and with the Orcas they strive to save."Orca Tales" is more than just a story. It's a call to action, a plea for awareness and respect for the wildlife with whom we share our world. It highlights the devastating impact of human actions on these creatures and underscores the urgent need for conservation.This book is a must-read for anyone who cares about wildlife, the environment, and the future of our planet. It's especially recommended for those who enjoy whale watching, as it provides a deeper understanding of these majestic creatures and the threats they face.By reading "Orca Tales," you're not just embarking on a captivating journey; you're also joining a global conversation about wildlife conservation. This is a story that needs to be heard. Will you listen?

Begrüßen Sie den Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: ein Wesen voller Anmut, Freundlichkeit und unverwechselbarem Charme. Ob Sie sich schon seit Langem in diese besondere Rasse verliebt haben oder ob Sie gerade erst ihre Bekanntschaft machen, dieses Buch nimmt Sie mit auf eine faszinierende Reise durch die Welt dieses hinreißenden Vierbeiners.Erfahren Sie, wie der Cavalier King Charles Spaniel seine Anfänge an den königlichen Höfen Englands nahm, und entdecken Sie seine herausragenden Eigenschaften und Fähigkeiten, die ihn zu einem perfekten Begleiter oder sogar einen tollen Therapiehund machen.Lernen Sie die Freude kennen, die mit dem Einzug eines Cavalier-Welpen in Ihr Heim einhergeht und bereiten Sie sich optimal auf die spannenden Herausforderungen der Erziehung und Ausbildung vor. Machen Sie sich mit den Besonderheiten der Rasse vertraut, wenn es um die Ernährung, Pflege und Gesundheit geht.Erleben Sie die einzigartige Freude, die ein Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in Ihr Leben bringen kann, und wie Sie Ihre gemeinsamen Erlebnisse in Freizeit und Urlaub zu unvergesslichen Momenten machen.Dieses Buch wendet sich mit umfassenden Informationen vor allem an den Rasse-Neuling und Menschen, die sich zum ersten Mal überhaupt damit befassen, einen Hund in das eigene Zuhause zu holen. Ob der Collie dafür der geeignete Kandidat ist, wird hier deutlich erklärt. Auf fast 200 Seiten führt die Autorin Sie intensiv in die Welt der Rasse ein, vergisst aber auch nicht die vielen Themen, die gerade den noch nicht so erfahrenen Hundehalter interessieren sollten.

In Katharina Scholl`s umfassendem und faszinierendem Buch entfaltet sich die wunderbare Welt der Collies in all ihrer Vielfalt und Schönheit. Basierend auf einer rund 14-jährigen Reise voller Erfahrungen und Entdeckungen, bietet das Buch einen tiefgreifenden Einblick in das Wesen dieser außergewöhnlichen Hunderasse.Mit ihrer fesselnden Mischung aus wissenschaftlicher Genauigkeit und ansteckender Begeisterung führt uns die Autorin durch die Geschichte, Ernährung, Ausbildung und Pflege des Border Collies. Von ihren Arbeitsinstinkten bis zu ihren einzigartigen Bindungsfähigkeiten - dieses Buch lässt Sie die Collies mit neuen Augen sehen.Ob Sie bereits einen Collie besitzen, darüber nachdenken, einen zu adoptieren, oder einfach nur von dieser bemerkenswerten Rasse fasziniert sind, dieses Buch wird Ihnen wahrscheinlich neue Erkenntnisse und tiefere Einsichten bieten. Es ist ein wahrer Leitfaden und eine Liebeserklärung an eine der intelligentesten Hunderassen der Welt.Lassen Sie sich von Katharina Scholl`s Wissen und Leidenschaft für den Collie begeistern und betreten Sie eine Welt, die Sie zum Staunen und Bewundern einlädt. Ein Muss für jeden Hundefreund!Dieses Buch wendet sich mit umfassenden Informationen vor allem an den Rasse-Neuling und Menschen, die sich zum ersten Mal überhaupt damit befassen, einen Hund in das eigene Zuhause zu holen. Ob der Collie dafür der geeignete Kandidat ist, wird hier deutlich erklärt. Auf fast 200 Seiten führt die Autorin Sie intensiv in die Welt der Rasse ein, vergisst aber auch nicht die vielen Themen, die gerade den noch nicht so erfahrenen Hundehalter interessieren sollten.

Create those memorable moments with this unique and very challenging milestone book - the first of it's kind. Use props in order to set the stage for each photo. Have family and friends get involved in the fun. Share your photos with friends, family and communities, and enjoy welcoming feedback. Good luck with your journey and have a great time. Enjoy!

This guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with this training guide. A wealth of reliable methods and procedures, alongside detailed advice for current or soon-to-be-owners is contained within. Contributed to by a series of specialist dog trainers, this book is certainly a must have addition to your collection.

This guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with this training guide. A wealth of reliable methods and procedures, alongside detailed advice for current or soon-to-be-owners is contained within. Contributed to by a series of specialist dog trainers, this book is certainly a must have addition to your collection.

This guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with this training guide. A wealth of reliable methods and procedures, alongside detailed advice for current or soon-to-be-owners is contained within. Contributed to by a series of specialist dog trainers, this book is certainly a must have addition to your collection.

This guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with this training guide. A wealth of reliable methods and procedures, alongside detailed advice for current or soon-to-be-owners is contained within. Contributed to by a series of specialist dog trainers, this book is certainly a must have addition to your collection.

Create those memorable moments with this unique and very challenging milestone book - the first of it's kind. Use props in order to set the stage for each photo. Have family and friends get involved in the fun. Share your photos with friends, family and communities, and enjoy welcoming feedback. Good luck with your journey and have a great time. Enjoy!

Create those memorable moments with this unique and very challenging milestone book - the first of it's kind. Use props in order to set the stage for each photo. Have family and friends get involved in the fun. Share your photos with friends, family and communities, and enjoy welcoming feedback. Good luck with your journey and have a great time. Enjoy!

This guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with this training guide. A wealth of reliable methods and procedures, alongside detailed advice for current or soon-to-be-owners is contained within. Contributed to by a series of specialist dog trainers, this book is certainly a must have addition to your collection.

Create those memorable moments with this unique and very challenging milestone book - the first of it's kind. Use props in order to set the stage for each photo. Have family and friends get involved in the fun. Share your photos with friends, family and communities, and enjoy welcoming feedback. Good luck with your journey and have a great time. Enjoy!

This guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with this training guide. A wealth of reliable methods and procedures, alongside detailed advice for current or soon-to-be-owners is contained within. Contributed to by a series of specialist dog trainers, this book is certainly a must have addition to your collection.

This guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with this training guide. A wealth of reliable methods and procedures, alongside detailed advice for current or soon-to-be-owners is contained within. Contributed to by a series of specialist dog trainers, this book is certainly a must have addition to your collection.

"Unique in its approach and really helpful with its information - this book is a must have for any owner" Written for the admirers, fans and owners of this wonderful breed, we are confident that you will greatly benefit from the techniques and information in this book. A must have addition to your collection.

"Unique in its approach and really helpful with its information - this book is a must have for any owner" Written for the admirers, fans and owners of this wonderful breed, we are confident that you will greatly benefit from the techniques and information in this book. A must have addition to your collection. Written for the admirers, fans and owners of this wonderful breed, we are confident that you will greatly benefit from the techniques and information in this book. A must have addition to your collection.

Einfach Unwiderstehlich - Der Weisse Schweizer Schäferhund.Begleiten Sie uns auf eine liebevolle und faszinierende Reise in die Welt des Weißen Schweizer Schäferhundes. Dieses mit viel Liebe erarbeitete Handbuch ist weit mehr als ein gewöhnlicher Ratgeber - es ist eine Hommage an eine Hunderasse, die durch ihre Schönheit, Intelligenz und außergewöhnliche Treue bezaubert.Erfahren Sie alles über die reiche Geschichte und Herkunft dieser prächtigen Hunde. Lernen Sie die speziellen Pflegebedürfnisse des glänzenden weißen Fells kennen und erhalten Sie wertvolle Ratschläge zur richtigen Ernährung. Entdecken Sie, was es bedeutet, einen Welpen bei Ihnen zuhause willkommen zu heißen, und wie Sie die besten Voraussetzungen für eine erfolgreiche Ausbildung und Erziehung schaffen.Gehen Sie tiefer in die besondere Beziehung zwischen Kindern und dem Weißen Schweizer Schäferhund ein und lassen Sie sich von unseren kreativen Ideen für die gemeinsame Freizeitgestaltung und den perfekten Urlaub mit Ihrem vierbeinigen Freund inspirieren.Ob Sie bereits von einem Weißen Schweizer Schäferhund begleitet werden oder darüber nachdenken, einen in Ihr Leben einzuladen - dieses Buch wird Ihre Liebe und Begeisterung für diese Rasse nur verstärken. Es ist ein umfassender Leitfaden, der Ihnen dabei hilft, die Welt aus der Perspektive Ihres Hundes zu sehen und eine tiefe, bereichernde Verbindung mit ihm aufzubauen.Schließen Sie sich uns an und lassen Sie sich von der wundervollen Welt des Weißen Schweizer Schäferhundes verzaubern. Denn wer einmal in die Augen eines solchen Hundes geschaut hat, wird diese Erfahrung nie wieder vergessen.

Entdecken Sie die faszinierende Welt des Australian Shepherds! Dieses Buch, verfasst von einer leidenschaftlichen Kennerin und Liebhaberin dieser einzigartigen Rasse, führt Sie tief hinein in das Herz und die Seele des Australian Shepherd - oder Aussie, wie er liebevoll genannt wird.Dieses Buch erzählt die packende Geschichte des Australian Shepherds, von seinen Wurzeln bis hin zu seiner Rolle als vielseitiger und liebevoller Familienhund. Erfahren Sie, was es bedeutet, einen Australian Shepherd zu besitzen, ihn zu erziehen und zu lieben, und lassen Sie sich von seiner Intelligenz, seiner Energie und seiner unermüdlichen Loyalität faszinieren.Ideal für Rasseneulinge und Erstbesitzer von Hunden ist dieses Buch eine Mischung aus grundlegenden Informationen zur Hundehaltung, sehr detaillierten rassespezifischen Themen und praktischen Tipps. Hier finden Sie alles, was Sie wissen müssen, um eine starke, liebevolle Bindung zu Ihrem Aussie aufzubauen. Von seiner Basiserziehung, über die richtige Ernährung bis hin zu Trainingsmethoden - dieses Buch gibt Ihnen die Werkzeuge an die Hand, die Sie brauchen, um Ihrem Aussie ein glückliches und erfülltes Leben zu ermöglichen.Bereiten Sie sich darauf vor, Ihre Beziehung zu Ihrem Australian Shepherd auf eine neue Ebene zu heben. Mit dieser tiefgründigen Lektüre lernen Sie, wie Sie und Ihr Aussie zu einem unschlagbaren Team werden können. Tauchen Sie ein in die Welt des Australian Shepherd - ein Abenteuer, das Ihr Leben bereichern und Ihnen einen Freund fürs Leben schenken wird.

Dr. Battaglia has a keen power of observation, and understanding of dog structure, movement, and genetic selection. This, combined with his ability to communicate in a clear and articulate manner provides the reader with the tools needed to make informed breeding decisions.Jerold S Bell, DVM, Clinical Associate Professor of GeneticsDepartment of Clinical Sciences, Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary MedicineDr. Battaglia has written a thoroughly researched treatise that is sure to become the bible of all serious breeders. He takes the complicated topic of breeding better dogs through research and genetics and explains the subject in terms that any layman can understand. If you want to understand how to improve your breeding program, "Breeding Dogs to Win" is essential readingTom Grabe, Publisher, The Canine ChronicleDr. Battaglia, in his book "Breeding Dogs to Win", has created a renaissance product, covering the spectrum from the principles of Mendelian genetics to the practical concepts of a good canine breeding program. The book is very readable because he has avoided the jargon of both scientists and dog breeders. There is something for everyone interested in breeding better dogs. His breeding program sets the standard for those serious about producing the best puppies possible. Ralph J. Graff, M.D.,Director of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratory Saint Louis University Medical CenterCarmelo Louis Battaglia is the author of Breeding Better Dogs and Genetics, How to Breed Better Dogs. He lives in Roswell Georgia where he continues to breed and do his research.

This book presents the latest research findings on the laterality of fish and other animals. It describes all aspects of lateral asymmetry, including ecology, morphology, behaviour, dynamics of lefty and righty morphs, genetics and evolution, through field observations, experiments and modeling. Lateral asymmetry in scale-eating cichlids gives a simple and beautiful example of negative frequency-dependent selection and resulting oscillation of lefty and righty morph frequencies. Lateral dimorphism is found not only in scale-eaters but in all orders of fish, shrimps and cuttlefish. Lateral asymmetry interacts between species through "e;cross-predation."e; Contrary to fish, lateral asymmetry in snails acts as, in most cases, positive frequency-dependent selection and provides deep insights into speciation. Especially, snakes eating righty snails facilitate speciation of lefty snails.As a collaboration work of field ecologists and theoretical biologists, this book covers a variety of topics on lateral asymmetry, which are consistently related to predation. The topics include behavioral ecology, population dynamics, physiology, evolution, genetics, development, learning and neuroscience, statistics, with the subjects of fish, shrimp, prawn, and crayfish, crab, cuttlefish, and snake and snail. Chapters cover new research results such as cuttlefish laterality dynamics, interaction between laterality of snails and snakes, evolution of laterality genetic system, and statistical analysis of laterality oscillation. Readers will appreciate the simplicity and beauty of lateral asymmetry and its profound impact on ecology and evolution.

The impact of nutrition on the health and welfare of the horse, whether performing at the highest athletic level or for leisure use, cannot be underestimated. To maintain good health and optimum performance the horse requires much more than just the correct levels of nutrients. In addition to avoiding an excess or a deficiency of nutrients the 'packaging' and form in which the horse ingests these nutrients plays an important role both for the horse's body and mind. Incorrect nutrition contributes to occurrence of colic, obesity, metabolic syndrome, laminitis, rhabdomyolisis and stereotypic, abnormal or unwanted behaviours. This book explores the impact of nutrition on health and welfare in horses. The chapters provide an up to date review and evaluation of our current understanding in the areas below. -Nutritional requirements and physiology -Nutrition, behaviour and welfare -Promoting health and preventing disease -Gastrointestinal health -Metabolic disease -Functional nutritional ingredients -Nutrition and performance This book is the 5th volume in a series conceived through the European Workshop of Equine Nutrition (EWEN) which falls under the umbrella of the Horse Commission of the European Association of Animal Production (EAAP). The aim is to facilitate discussion between equine nutrition scientists and to create a bridge between scientists, practitioners and the horse industry. The ultimate aim is to support good equine health and welfare practice through the best nutrition science possible. As such this book is a valuable compilation of knowledge for research scientists, veterinarians, nutritionists, academics and students.

"Globally, the face of pig and poultry production is changing. The global emphasis on ethanol production has diverted significant proportions of grain away from animal production, thus increasing the cost of feed. This has forced the pig and poultry industries to scrutinise their production methods investigating alternative feed ingredients together with methods of improving productivity and efficiency in order to survive. This edited collection of papers is taken from a series of seminars that brought together some of the world's leading authorities in the field of pig and poultry nutrition and production. The fundamental theme is to address the interaction between nutrition and the gut ecosystem as a means to enhance health, performance and ultimately profitability. The importance of gut development and the intestinal ecosystem as a whole, and their impact on health and disease are covered in-depth. The roles of specific feed ingredients are also discussed. 'Gut efficiency: the key ingredient in pig and poultry production' is aimed at nutritionists and animal producers as well as students and researchers studying animal and applied biological sciences."

"Increasing bio-fuel production in the future will have a major impact on the feed industry. Not only will the competition for food, fuel and feed decrease the availability of feedstuffs for animal production but, also new feedstuffs will become available for which the nutritional quality needs to be reviewed. The nutritional value and usability of the by-products as feedstuffs will be the main focus of the book. In particular, rapeseed meal and glycerine from biodiesel production and DDGS from bioethanol production are discussed. For each product comprehensive research data summarising the variation in quality and production systems, the energy and protein value for each animal category and the effects on animal production are presented. Additionally, this book gives an overview of the current and future developments of the emerging bioenergy production. Broad topics which are addressed are: the global potential for bioenergy production, the enormous increase in bioethanol production in the U.S. against the backdrop of a developing bioethanol production in the EU and the future effects on supply and demand of the grain and feedstuff market. This book will update nutritionists, researchers, traders and those working in the allied industry on the current 'state of knowledge' of the usability of the different by products from biofuel production in specific animal feeds."

"The genetic diversity comprised in farm animal species and breeds is an important resource in livestock systems. For several reasons, within the different species used for food production, only a few breeds are developed towards high-output breeds fitting in high-input systems. In this process many breeds are set aside from the food producing livestock systems. These breeds will be faced with extinction unless new functions for these breeds are found. This is a real threat for the genetic diversity within species. This book is intended to give insight into the issues of the utilisation and conservation of farm animal genetic resources towards a broad group of readers interested in these subjects. The insight is presented as applications of population, molecular and quantitative genetics that can be used to take appropriate decisions in utilisation and conservation programmes. A previous edition of this book is a key resource in courses worldwide and cited in many scientific publications. The first two chapters discuss the decisions to be made in utilisation and conservation. Chapter 3 surveys the different ways in which the diversity we observe within a species can be characterised. Chapter 4 illustrates recent results using this theory for utilisation and conservation purposes. Chapters 5, 6 and 7 give theoretical backgrounds necessary to make decisions and chapters 8 and 9 present the operation and practical implications of selection and conservation schemes."

"This book is particularly interesting for both horse breeders and molecular geneticists. Equids (horses and asses) have a particular place in the human culture and history. There are strong arguments for conservation of rare, endangered horse breeds and populations, however the maintenance of native breeds does not result in profitable business. Some populations and namely rare horse breeds need to be re-evaluated yet, others need to be saved from extinction very urgently. Enlisting the aid of modern science gives us many tools for reaching decisions to realize the preservation of different rare populations and not to use solely pedigrees, conformation and historical data. The molecular genetic approach and the phenotypic estimation of the values of different breeds is more and more useful. Hence, it was the right time for Horse Commission of EAAP together with Rare Breeds International (RBI) to perform a session devoted to the topic of progress in molecular genetics of horses. This book summarizes the papers on molecular genetic description of horse breeds and some aspects of evolution of horse species."