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Bats & ladders
These are the stories from one woman’s 36-year career spent looking for bats and their roosts. Humorous and honest, she writes about the animals, dodgy ladders and a multitude of characters, sometimes delightful, occasionally awful, but always human.
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Muntjac and water deer
A comprehensive overview of the biology and ecology of muntjac and water deer. Covers natural history, population assessment methods, environmental impact and management.
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The merlin
This book explains the complex origins and behaviours of the Merlin, from its obscure fossil ancestors through to the contemporary challenges that it faces from habitat destruction, environmental pollution and climate change. Reveals some surprising regional differences that offer new understandi...
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A birdwatcher’s guide to norway
A Birdwatcher's Guide to Norway helps you find all the birds of Norway and Svalbard, and guides you in detail to more than 350 of the best birdwatching sites in this beautiful and wild but still highly developed and civilised country.
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Field guide to the butterflies of wales
An identification guide to the 44 species of butterflies found in Wales, including explanations of the lifecycles of each species and distribution maps.
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The vanishing mew gull
A rich and detailed consideration of the names and naming of the birds of the Western Palaearctic.
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The barbastelle bat conservation handbook
This is a long-awaited guide to barbastelle bat ecology, behaviour, conservation management and threats, the first publication of its kind to draw together all of the scientific research on the barbastelle bat into one comprehensive volume.
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On the rocks
"Seabirds and islands, an addictive mix, have dominated my life. Ailsa Craig and its gannets started the rot more than 60 years ago leading via a tortuous route to the Bass Rock, Christmas Island, Cape Kidnappers and other remote seabird haunts." --the author
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The pied woodpeckers
All aspects of the life of these five woodpecker species are covered in detail. Information on taxonomy, appearance, moult, calls, drumming, distribution, conservation status, habitats, movements, breeding, diet and relationships are presented comprehensively and illustrated with many superb colo...
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Treewilding
Discover the intricacies of global forest restoration in Treewilding. Exploring the interplay of cutting-edge science and Indigenous knowledge, this engaging book navigates challenges, greenwashing pitfalls and the possible solutions shaping the future of ecosystems and our relationship with nature.
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Animals under logs and stones
Logs, stones and the like provide an interesting interface between the damp depths of the soil and the drier open ground surface, offering refuges for a fascinating array of animals. This book is the ideal tool to unlock that hidden world.
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Remote sensing and gis for ecologists
This book will allow ecologists to get started with the application of remote sensing and to understand its potential and limitations. Using practical examples, the book covers all necessary steps from planning field campaigns to deriving ecologically relevant information through remote sensing a...
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Pine marten
Sightings of one of our rarest, most elusive mammals are increasing in Britain and Ireland. Now, for the first time, readers can directly observe Pine Marten behaviour. Using ingenious photography, this book uncovers their secretive life, revealing how Pine Martens behave and interact with their ...
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An illustrated guide to british upland vegetation
The first comprehensive, single book on plant communities in the British uplands, providing concise descriptions of all currently recognised British upland vegetation types. The book brings together all of the upland communities described in the National Vegetation Classification.
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Community ecology
Covers many of the mainstays of community analysis including: diversity, similarity and cluster analysis, ordination and multivariate analyses. Aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students and researchers seeking a step-by-step methodology for analysing plant and animal communities using R an...
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Crossbills and conifers
Crossbills & Conifers explores their intimate connection to reveal why crossbills have become an exemplar of diversification and coevolution. Craig Benkman takes readers on a journey of discovery, providing context and understanding of a series of unique and interrelated insights into crossbi...
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Challenges in estuarine and coastal science
Estuarine and coastal waters are acknowledged points of anthropogenic impact. For practitioners, academics and students in the field of coastal science and policy, this book examines and exemplifies current and future challenges: from upper estuaries to open coasts and adjacent seas; from tropica...
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Insects, plants and microclimate
The microclimate around a plant is particularly complex and interesting, and an insect sitting on a leaf may be inhabiting a weather system completely different from the weather outside.
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Nonrandom
Darwin doubted that chance alone explains the variation of life — and new research is proving him right. Nonrandom reveals the hidden structure behind DNA mutations: why they occur, how cell type and genome shape them, and what this means for evolution, cancer and the genetic science.
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Better posters
Better posters means better research. Distilling over a decade of experience from the popular Better Posters blog, Zen Faulkes will help you create a clear and informative conference poster that delivers maximum impact for your research.
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The glow-worm
We follow a glow-worm through its life, looking at how it hunts, feeds, develops, attracts a mate and breeds, before examining how it defends itself, its habitat, how it evolved and how it is likely to fare as its world changes.
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Qgis for ecologists
If you don’t know where to start or how to use QGIS, this is the practical guide for you. Simple, step-by-step instructions and practical exercises make it easy and fun.
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Amphibian biology, volume 11, part 3
This volume is devoted to the causes of amphibian decline and to conservation measures in Western Europe (Britain, Ireland, The Netherlands, Belgium, France, Spain and Portugal). Experts from each country describe the ecological background and the conservation status of affected species, with an ...
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A field guide to the butterflies of romania
A comprehensive, fully illustrated guide to the butterflies of Romania. A must-have in that country, and also extremely useful across Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe more widely.
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Snails on rocky sea shores
The snails found living on rocky sea shores are among the most rewarding invertebrate animals to study. Species such as dog-whelks, topshells and winkles are easy to find, capture, identify, measure and mark. This book provides a key to common species, background ecology, an overview of rocky sho...
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Seaweeds of the british isles
The first of three parts comprising Volume 1, this book covers the orders Nemaliales and Gigartinales. A general introduction to the Rhodophyta deals with such topics as morphology, reproduction and economic utilization. Each species is then described and illustrated and notes on the ecology and ...
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Identifying bats of britain and ireland
This accessible guide fills a gap between basic books and more technical volumes. Using humour, rhymes and images it communicates in simple terms the techniques required when training for a bat licence.
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Amphibian biology, volume 11, part 5
This volume is devoted to the causes of amphibian decline and to conservation measures in Northern Europe. Experts from each country describe the ecological background and the conservation status of affected species, with an emphasis on native species.
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Marine conservation
Bob Earll explores what marine conservation involves in practice by providing a synthesis of the main developments from the viewpoints of 19 leading practitioners who have shape its progress and successes. Case studies describe a wide range of European and international projects.
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Slugs
Slugs is a natural and cultural history of these oft-reviled molluscs, exploring their important role within ecosystems, their fascinating evolution and our complex relationship with them. Covering terrestrial and marine slugs, this well-illustrated book is a comprehensive and accessible guide to...
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Microscopic life in sphagnum
As well as the better-known plants, dragonflies and birds, sphagnum moss supports a unique community of microscopic animals and plants which inhabit its leaves and crevices.
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Mosquitoes
This book brings together all of the current research and information on British mosquitoes, providing a comprehensive, accessible guide to the study and identification of British species.
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Bat roosts in trees
This is a guide to finding tree-roosts for ecologists and tree-care professionals. It is the result of the collaborative efforts of surveyors and amateur naturalists across Europe as part of the Bat Tree Habitat Key project.
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The ascent of birds
When and where did the ancestors of modern birds evolve? How did these early birds spread across the globe and give rise to the 10,600-plus species we recognise today? Based on the latest scientific discoveries, The Ascent of Birds sets out to answer these fundamental questions.
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Pollution monitoring with lichens
Lichens make excellent material for field studies throughout the year and are valuable for the detection and mapping of pollution. This book provides an overview of the value of lichens for monitoring a range of potentially harmful substances.
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Living with lynx
This book investigates whether we could and should learn to live with species like lynx, wolves and bears again in Britain and Ireland. We travel back in time, across the world and into the future to explore this contested topic.
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The wryneck
A comprehensive study on the natural history and cultural symbolism of an unusual woodpecker. Detailed information is presented on the species' origins, taxonomy, anatomy, appearance, calls, distribution, conservation status, habitats, movements, breeding, diet and relationships. With a chapter o...
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Amphibian biology, volume 11, part 4
This volume is devoted to the causes of amphibian decline and to conservation measures in Southern Europe. Experts from each country describe the ecological background and the conservation status of affected species, with an emphasis on native species.
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Eagle days
This book is based on many years of experience with eagles. It was written by bringing together Stuart's diary and field notes, along with his photographs, thus providing a complete description of eagles, their behaviour and ecology.
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Social calls of the bats of britain and ireland
This book brings together the current state of knowledge of social calls relating to the bat species occurring within Britain and Ireland, with some additional examples from species represented elsewhere in Europe. It includes access to a downloadable library of calls to be used in conjunction wi...
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The red kite’s year
A beautifully illustrated natural history of the Red Kite, including the successful reintroduction programme. Follow the birds through the ups and downs of the year, from the rigours of raising young during the warm summer months to the struggle for survival in the depths of winter.
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Bird conservation
This book brings together scientific evidence and experience relevant to the practical conservation of wild birds. The authors worked with an international group of bird experts and conservationists to develop a global list of interventions that could benefit wild birds.
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Seaweeds of the british isles
This volume covers the species attributed to the class Fucophyceae. Each species description incorporates notes on ecology and distribution and many are supported by line illustrations.
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Seaweeds of the british isles
This volume is written by leading authorities in red algae. All subfamilies, genera and species are described, notes on ecology and distribution given, and each named species is illustrated by one or more half-tones or line drawings showing distinctive features. User-friendly keys are provided to...
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Moss safari
This book takes readers on an inspiring journey into the hidden world of moss, revealing the fascinating lives of the Microscopic Big Five, while exploring their vital role within moss, the global ecosystem and in science.
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Identification guide to the non-native invasive plants of britain and ireland
This accessible, beautifully illustrated guide gives you the tools to be confident in how to identify non-native invasive plants in Britain and Ireland. Covers everything from trees to seaweeds, and carefully differentiates lookalike species.
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Essex rock
A copiously illustrated and fascinating geological story, from the birth of Essex 500 million years ago near the South Pole to the present day. Vividly links features in the landscape – seen from footpaths, beaches, urban areas or village streets – with this deep time history.
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Water vole field signs and habitat assessment
An essential guide to assist those surveying for water voles, whether as a professional ecological consultant, a researcher or simply an interested amateur.
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Wildlife and wind farms - conflicts and solutions
This unique multi-volume work provides a comprehensive overview of the interactions between wind farms and wildlife. Volume 3 documents the current knowledge of the potential effects upon wildlife during both construction and operation of offshore wind farms.
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Bat conservation
This book brings together scientific evidence and experience relevant to the practical conservation of bats. The authors have developed a global list of interventions that could benefit bats. For each intervention, the book summarises studies captured by the Conservation Evidence project.
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Frustrating flowers and puzzling plants
This book offers a fresh approach to difficult plants that will make you become a more confident botanist. Unlike other wildflower guides, it will help you understand why some plants are trickier to identify than others.
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Ponds and small lakes
Ponds and small lakes support an extremely rich biodiversity of fascinating organisms. Many people have encountered a few unfamiliar creatures, such as dragonfly nymphs and caddisfly larvae. However, there is a far richer world of microscopic organisms, such as diatoms, desmids and rotifers, whic...
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Flora of madeira
Flora of Madeira is the first book to describe fully all of the vascular plants of the Madeiran and Salvage Islands. It covers over 1360 species of native and naturalized plants, many of them little known. A high proportion of taxa, some 16%, are endemic to the islands themselves or are restricte...
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The hair scale identification guide to terrestrial mammalian carnivores of canada
This highly illustrated, comprehensive guide features hair scale impressions and characteristics for all terrestrial carnivorous mammals found in Canada. An ideal reference and monitoring resource, including range maps and key identification characteristics, as well as superb images.
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101 curious tales of east african birds
East Africa’s birds are extraordinary in their evolution, diversity and behaviour, often proving to be the unexpected highlight of a safari. Lavishly illustrated with beautiful photographs of each species, this book tells the fascinating, surprising, amusing stories of 100 regularly encountered b...
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Field guide to the birds of north america
A complete, yet compact and user-friendly, field guide to all the birds of the USA and Canada. Drawing on years of guiding experience, the book is designed to be the easiest guide to use in the field while birding. Covering 1,100 species with over 6,000 illustrations.
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Snakes of peninsular thailand
This stunning photographic guide to nearly 200 snake species of peninsular Thailand offers detailed descriptions of each species as well as chapters covering snake biology, conservation, threats, plus tips on finding – and avoiding – these fascinating reptiles.
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A field guide to harlequins and other common ladybirds of britain and ireland
The first identification guide to harlequins, along with the other 25 conspicuous ladybird species found in Britain and Ireland. With more than 350 photographs, including numerous images of each ladybird species.
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Horseshoe bats of the world
Definitive work covering 70 species from 17 groups. Each species is described with sections on characters (external, cranial and dental), recognised subspecies, morphology, taxonomy, ecology, echolocation, distribution and conservation status.
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Big bat year
During his itinerary covering just shy of 30 countries, Nils Bouillard was lucky enough to encounter no fewer than 400 species of bats. But beyond the impressive list, The Big Bat Year is a passionate tale about the people who are protecting bats all over the world.
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The call of carnivores
Hans Kruuk is a leading authority on animal behaviour and the author of classic studies of hyaenas, otters and badgers. In this book he describes his lifelong fascination with natural history, the many species he has studied and the wild settings across the world that formed the background to his...
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Bird monitoring methods
First published by the RSPB in 1998, this book is a practical guide to surveying and monitoring techniques for use in the breeding season - in assessing breeding success as well as population levels - and during the winter. It gives instructions for more than 120 UK bird species, mainly those of ...
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Flora of glamorgan
The old county of Glamorgan has a rich and diverse flora with over 80% of the vascular plant flora of Wales being recorded in the county. This account, first published in 1994, was the first to treat fully its lower plants. It draws together information on the ecology, abundance and distribution ...
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Flora of the outer hebrides
Flora of the Outer Hebrides is the first comprehensive publication to describe the flowering plants and ferns of the Outer Hebrides, comprising over 700 species. Introductory chapters cover the climate, geography, geology, soils, vegetation and botanical history of the area.
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The eurasian beaver
This book presents a case for our future coexistence with beavers by providing factual information on this species that has now passed from national memory, covering the biology, behaviour and ecology of the Eurasian beaver in a British context, from their early history in archaeology and folklor...
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Insect flight
Flight is a miracle of biological engineering, the pinnacle of evolutionary development. This book presents a unique portrait of insects in flight, using innovative high-speed photographic techniques. Featuring 60 stunning photographs, readers are given ringside seat to watch the action as it unf...
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Invisible friends
Cutting-edge microbiome research is changing our understanding of reality. It is increasingly evident that microbes are the very glue that holds ecosystems together. This topical and original book counters the prevailing narrative of microbes as the bane of society, along the way providing much-n...
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Pollinators and pollination
The pollination of flowers by insects, birds and other animals is a crucial interaction that supports both the natural world and human society. Written by one of the world’s leading pollination ecologists, this book offers a unique insight into the ecology and evolution of pollinators, and why th...
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Seashore plankton
A practical guide of the collection and observation of marine plankton in the tidal water of seashores. Identification is aided with 400 photographs and descriptions with notes on their biology. A final section looks at adaptations, the ecology of plankton and the implications of human activity.
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A practical guide to moult and ageing
This book looks at why and how birds moult, and the lasting effects that annual moults have on their appearance. By learning a few basic rules, we can use a bird’s moult pattern to say how old the bird is and to understand more about its life-history.
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Herpetofauna workers' manual
An indispensable manual for conservationists throughout the UK and much of mainland Europe. It provides conservation guidance on the twelve non-marine amphibian and reptile species native to the British Isles. It covers a wide range of issues, from advice on surveying to reintroductions.
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Studying invertebrates
A comprehensive guide to designing and carrying out ecological investigations, especially those involving sampling invertebrates. The book is a highly practical guide to fieldwork, statistical testing and interpretation.
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Seaweeds of the british isles
This volume covers the species attributed to the class Chlorophyta (the green seaweeds). Each species description incorporates notes on ecology and distribution and many are supported by line illustrations.
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Bat workers' manual
Detailed information on all aspects of bat surveying - The Bat Workers' Manual is an essential reference for anyone wishing to obtain a licence to carry out bat work in the UK. With excellent drawings by Tom McOwat.
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Seaweeds of the british isles
This volume explores the yellow-brown seaweed species attributed to the class Tribophyceae. The description of each species incorporates notes on ecology and distribution and many are supported by line illustrations.
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Fenland nature
Through stunning images and insightful narrative, Fenland Nature celebrates the natural and cultural history of a unique, dynamic and dramatic human-made landscape. From vast flocks of visiting wildfowl, to rare and specialised plants and insects, from the Mesolithic to the present day – with an ...
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Field guide to the snakes of zimbabwe
This field guide describes all 87 of the recorded snake species found in Zimbabwe. All species are beautifully presented with detailed descriptions, 87 accurate distribution maps and nearly 300 photographs.
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British bat calls
Includes the properties of sound, how bats use sound, bat detectors and recording devices, call analysis. For each species in the British Isles, information is given on distribution, emergence times, flight and foraging behaviour, habitat, echolocation calls and social calls.
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Badger behaviour, conservation & rehabilitation
A fascinating insight into the badger’s world. Badger biology, life in the sett, rescue & rehabilitation, consultancy, badgers & farming, and badger-watching with George Pearce, an expert on badgers who has surveyed over 700 sites.
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Marine biological invasions
The latest advances in research into the detection, prevention, control and management of marine invasive species.
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A guide to britain's rarest plants
This guide describes 66 native species of plants that have the most narrowly restricted ranges in Great Britain. Each species is shown together with its habitat, to allow the reader to better understand the ecological context, and other scarce plants in the same area are indicated.
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A field guide to urban plants
This handy guide introduces the most commonplace flowers, shrubs, grasses, mosses and ferns that are to be found as street weeds, showing the main characteristics by which you can recognise them.
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A miscellany of bats
Long the focus of fascination, and sometimes fear, bats account for 20% of all mammal species worldwide. This book offers an entertaining and personal vision of bats’ central place in the universe, covering all aspects of their biodiversity, ecology and natural history – from flight and echolocat...
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Ancient woods, trees and forests
Today, ‘virgin forests’ are only to be found at a few sites unreachable by humans, and even then they are affected by climate change, atmospheric pollution and species extinctions. This book aims to help understand the web of connections relating to ancient trees and woodlands, and to offer techn...
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Fighting for birds
A personal, philosophical and political history of 25 years of bird conservation, this book provides an instructive and amusing read for all those who would like a glimpse into the birds and wildlife conservation world.
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Seaweeds of the british isles
This volume covers all the families, genera and species in the red algae Ceramiales. Each entry gives notes on ecology and distribution, and there are user-friendly keys to identification of species and genera.
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The eurasian beaver handbook
This book presents a detailed overview of the ecology and behaviour of the Eurasian beaver. It shows how to recognise the presence and activities of beavers. It provides tried and tested methods for mitigating adverse impacts of beaver behaviour and demonstrates how to apply management techniques...
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Countryside history
A unique collection of contributions from leading authorities on countryside and landscape history, this book honours the memory of Oliver Rackham. Ranging all over Europe from Białowieża Forest in Poland to the Mediterranean, and across the world from New England to northern Japan, the many pers...
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