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Official World Wildlife Fund Guide to Endangered Species of North
America
Edited
This reference set addresses the need to consolidate information on native
plants and animals that have been placed ont he list of threatened and
endangered species. These volumes represent a starting point for planners,
resource managers, developers, scientists, educators and students who
are exploring the dimensions of natural resource management and environmental
challenges as they impact the flora and fauna. The flora section includes
information on status, when it was listed, family, description, habitat,
threats, current distribution, conservation and recovery. The fauna section
includes information on status, when it was listed, family, description,
habital, food, reporduction, threats, range, behavior, current distribution,
conservation and recovery. Includes color pictures, b/w picture and b/w
illustrations. Set of three volumes. 1647 pages
c. 1990-1992, 3 Volume Set, H/C...$75.00
Used, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very good, ex-library with usual
library markings
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Official World Wildlife Fund Guide To Extinct Species Of Modern Times
Edited
Describes 211 species that are believed to have become extinct since 1570
& discusses their probable causes of extinction. Covers: Birds of
the Pacicifc Islands & North America; Plants of the Hawaiian Islands;
Fishes of North America; Mammals of North & South Africa; & Mammals
of North America & the Atlantic Islands. Range maps, color plates,
line drawings. Includes a gloassary. 410 pgs.
c. 1997, H/C, (Regular Price $65.00)...$27.50
Used
Condition: Very good, ex-library, like new
except usual library markings
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Operation Rhino
by: Davis, John
A true story of an attempt to save the African Black Rhino from poachers.
Well-written account of efforts to preserve the Black Rhino by capturing
wild rhinos alive and transporting them to Gona-re-Zhou wildlife preserve.
Author was a participant in the entire operation and brings his skills
as a professional novelist to bear in telling of the close-calls, unxepected
problems and pitfalls of the project. B/W photos. 233 pgs.
c. 1973, H/C...$12.50
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Our Threatened Inheritance: Natural Treasures
of the United States (National Geographic Society)
Edited
Fantastic& stunning photographs along with informative text of rare,
endangered & threatened land, plants & animals of North America.
Color photos. 396 pgs.
c. 1984, Faux Leather Bound, H/C...$45.00
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Condition: Near Mint, no dust jacket
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Philosophy & Practice Of Wildlife Management
by: Gilbert, Frederick F. & Dodds, Donald
Wildlife management, species management. A wildlife manager requires basic
knowledge of wildlife species and their biological requirements and a
skill in people management. This book should provide sufficient insight
into the appropriate mechanisms for achieving these aims. An exposure
to such subjects as animal physiology, ecology, wildlife nutrition and
wildlife biology is assumed, and the writers concentrate on the historical
bases for, and modern influences on, wildlife policy and management. 313
pages
c. 1992, H/C...$30.00
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Condition: Very Good w/dust jacket,
previous owners name on inside page
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Priceless: The Vanishing Beauty Of A Fragile Planet
by: Greive, Bradley Trevor
With this book the author would like everyone to discover the extraordinary
creatures that can still be saved from extinction - and then do something
about it. With a simple, poetic narrative that is inspiring and at times
even amusing accompanied by stunning photographs of gorillas, humback
whales, tigers, koalas, king birds of paradise, and many more, Greive
and renowned wildlife photographer Mitsuaki Iwago showcase the earth's
magnificent and diverse animal inventory. 147 pgs.
c. 2003, S/C...$18.95
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Rare and Endangered Species of Missouri (1984)
MO Dept of Conservation
Lists rare and endangered species of native plants and animals in Missouri,
with annotations describing their status, distribution, and the broad
ecological community in which each species is normally found. 170 pgs.
c. 1984, S/C... $7.50
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Condition: Good, ex-library w/usual
lib markings, well read, some wear on cover especially to corners
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Rare Animals Of The World
by: Salvadori, Francesco
Covers 129 extant animals and a further 13 extinct animal species from
all of the geographical regions including Europe, Africa, Asia, Australasia,
the Americas and the oceans. Topics: description, geographic distribution,
habitat and population. An illustration follows each explanation. The
language is simple but still provides an informative account of each species.
Some animals covered are: tiger, panda, leopard, wolf, black rhino, blue
whale, walrus, orangutan komodo dragon, the Cuban solenodon, Indri, olm,
maned wolf, yellow-footed rock wallaby, pygmy hippopo and numbat. It focuses
on not only mammals but also reptiles, birds and amphibians. 192 pgs.
c. 1990, H/C...$45.00
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Rare Breeds: Endangered Farm Animals in Photographs
by: Alderson, Lawrence
Engangered farm animals (cows, horses, chickens, pigs, goats, sheep, and
the Poitou donkey) in photographs along with fascinating short text about
each species and about efforts to preserve these extraordinary animals.
Full page color photos on nearly every page. 144 pgs.
c.1994...H/C...$29.95
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Restoring America's Wildlife: 1937-1987
Edited
The first 50 years of the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration (Pittman-Robertson)
Act. In 1937, a coalition of conservationists persuaded congress to divert
taxes to be distributed to the States for wildlife restoration. How their
plan succeeded is told in this book. More than 30 recognized authorities
describe the impact of this act on wild species. B/W photos, color photos,
color illustrations, range maps. 394 pgs.
c. 1987, H/C...$25.00
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Rhinos Belong To Everybody
by: Grzimek, Bernhard
A survey of the African wildlife from the Congo & Sudan to the Cape. Vigorous
text, full of information & a plea for preservation. B/W & color photos.
207 pgs.
c. 1962, H/C...$45.00
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S.O.S. Rhino
by: Guggisberg, C.A.W.
A survival book on rhinoceroses. This book is a passionate plea for the
rhino's survival, it is also the most complete and informative natural
history of all five living species ever to be published for the general
reader. Mr. Guggisberg pleads the rhino's case with justice and feeling,
and he describes the animals and their lives with infectious enthusiasm
and deep knowledge. B/W photos. 174 pgs.
c. 1966, H/C...$25.00
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Survivors: A New Vision Of Endangered Wildlife
by: Balog, James
Protraits of endangered or protected wildlife created in surreal & unnatural
environments. Each photograph is accompanied by information about the
individual animal, including the threats to the species' survival. Coffe
Table Size. Color photographs. 144 pgs.
c. 1990, H/C...$45.00
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Survivors In The Shadows
by: Turbak, Gary
This is a comprehensive book that casts a light on the animals living
in the shadows of human progress. It describes all threatened & endangered
mammals of the 17 western states -- more than 100 species. The book is
divided into 2 parts, one dealing with species listed by the federal government
as threatened or endangered, the other examining state-listed species.
Locator maps, exquisite full-color drawings & maps, & a complete
index aid the readers understanding. Entertaining & informative,
this is an invaluable reference book, organized for easy research of individual
animals. 160 pgs.
c.1993...S/C...$19.95
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Vanishing Wildlife
Edited by: Roger Caras
In this unusual photohgraph & text document, esteemed naturalist Roger
Caras provides fascinating yet disconcerning close-ups of those animals
most threatened. Features 45 illustrations, 14 in full color. 64 pgs.
c. 1970, H/C...$7.50
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Wild Echoes
by: Bergman, Charles
Encounters with the most endangered animals in North America. This is
a very personal, affecting account of one man's endeavor to come to grips
with the fact that humans in the 20th cemntury are causing animal extinctions.
322 pgs.
c.1991...S/C...$12.95
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Wildlife In Danger
by: Fisher, Simon & Vincent
This book contains information as objective as a global expertise can
make it. It is an illustrated collection of facts about some of the more
important living things whose survival on our planet is patently in danger.
It covers mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and plants that
are threatened with extiction. 29 color plates with over 100 pictures,
and over 100 drawings in B/W. 368 pgs.
c. 1969, H/C...$35.00
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Wildlife Rescue: Alternative To Extinction
by: Graham, Jr., Ada & Frank
True stories of four people dedicated to the preservation of animals and
birds. Whether in the jungles of South America or in the heart of New
York City, they loved wild creatures and did what they could to rescue
them. B/W photos. 136 pgs.
c. 1970, H/C...$12.50
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Condition: Very Good, no dust jacket
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Witness: Endangered Species Of North America
by: Middleton & Liittschwager
Collection of photographs of 100 plants & animals currently on the endangered
species list in North America. Each species portrait also has explanatory
text written by the California Academy of Sciences that documents the
habits, habitats, and eccentricites of each species. Color & B/W photos.
255 pgs.
c. 1994, H/C...$35.00
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