Author : Sy Montgomery
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 12,16 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0547815484
Describes the research that Patricia Medici and her team are doing on researching tapir in Brazil.
Author : Sy Montgomery
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,86 MB
Release : 2017-02-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781536403312
"The Tapir Scientist "introduces young readers to one of the weirdest and most fascinating animals on the planet and recounts the extraordinary work of the dedicated scientists trying to save them.
Author : Sy Montgomery
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,81 MB
Release : 2013
Category :
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Introduces young readers to one of the weirdest and most fascinating animals on the planet and recounts the extraordinary work of the dedicated scientists trying to save them.
Author : Elizabeth Royte
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 42,8 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780618257584
An engaging portrait of a community of biologists, The Tapir's Morning Bathis a behind-the-scenes account of life at a tropical research station that"conveys the uncertainties, frustrations, and joys of [scientific] fieldwork" (Science). On Panama's Barro Colorado Island, Elizabeth Royte worksalongside the scientists -- counting seeds, sorting insects, collectingmonkey dung, radiotracking fruit bats -- as they struggle to parse theintricate workings of the tropical rain forest. While showing the humanside of the scientists at work, Royte explores the tensions between the slow pace of basic research and the reality of a world that may not have time to wait for answers.
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Page : pages
File Size : 29,72 MB
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ISBN : 9781531196813
Author : Melissa Gish
Publisher : Creative Paperbacks
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 35,28 MB
Release : 2024
Category : Rare mammals
ISBN : 9781682773604
"Brimming with photos and scientific facts, this middle-grade nonfiction book about tapirs treats researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of these Central and South American mammals. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and a myth about the tapir from the Bribrí people of Central America"--
Author : Sy Montgomery
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 33,72 MB
Release : 2010-05-24
Category : 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.
Author : Han-min Kim
Publisher :
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 43,7 MB
Release : 2015
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780823433957
Tapir and Little Tapir are the quietest creatures in a very noisy jungle, but when a leopard is threatened by a hunter they teach him how to escape with a very soft step, and all the other animals in the jungle follow suit.
Author : Sy Montgomery
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 18,95 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780618496419
Publisher Description
Author : Theodore Roosevelt
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 36,74 MB
Release : 2024-01-17
Category : Travel
ISBN :
In 'Through the Brazilian Wilderness - An Epic Adventure of the Roosevelt-Rondon Scientific Expedition', Theodore Roosevelt takes readers on a thrilling journey through the uncharted Amazon rainforest. Written in a vivid and engaging style, the book combines elements of adventure, exploration, and scientific discovery. Roosevelt's detailed descriptions of the flora, fauna, and indigenous peoples encountered on the expedition provide valuable insights into the natural world and cultural diversity of the region. This literary work is a testament to Roosevelt's passion for exploration and his dedication to expanding scientific knowledge. As the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt was a renowned conservationist and a champion of environmental protection. His personal experiences in the wilderness greatly influenced his policies and writings. 'Through the Brazilian Wilderness' reflects Roosevelt's belief in the importance of conservation and his fascination with the beauty and mystery of the natural world. I highly recommend 'Through the Brazilian Wilderness' to readers interested in adventure, exploration, and conservation. This book offers a captivating account of an extraordinary expedition and highlights the enduring legacy of Theodore Roosevelt as a naturalist and explorer.
