An engaging, illustrated introduction to the beneficial insects, birds, and other animals that help a garden thrive. The birds, mammals, reptiles, and insects that inhabit our yards and gardens are o
Visit one of the most incredible natural environments, meeting the Amazon’s plants and wildlife, and its peopleA unique, beautifully illustrated guide to the beauty and diversity of the Amazon – the rainforest and the river, its flora and fauna, and the people who live in the region. Applying the award-winning Eyewitness formula to the subject of the largest and most biodiverse tract of tropical rainforest in the world, and the vast river that winds its way through it, this book profiles everything from the birds, animals, and insects that live there to the nine South American countries it extends across. Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness feature – fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.
Examine your world to find fresh and tasty wild foods!Stumbling upon plump wild berries on a hike or discovering succulent fresh mushrooms on the forest floor can be a welcome surprise. Turn up these happy accidents to a whole new level with the only guide on foraging you’ll ever need!Chock full of tips on finding and identifying fruits, flowers, roots, shoots, nuts, foliage, and more, this helpful guide shows you how to safely and successfully find and enjoy wild edibles.In this Outdoor Adventure Guide, you’ll find:-Detailed descriptions of over 70 plants and wild foods you can safely pick and eat.-Color photos of safe-to-eat plants at various stages of development.-30 tasty recipes to transform your harvests into delicious dishes in the field.-Tips of foraging safely, spotting possible pollutants, and protecting yourself from insects and wild animals.-A handy calendar of when plants are available by season and region.Welcome to a new frontier of delicious and nutritious free finds!
The irresistibly charming illustrations of Julia Rothman featured in her best-selling Nature Anatomy just got even more irresistible--as stickers! From wildflowers to butterflies, tree leaves to spider webs, more than 750 stickers featuring the colorful parts and pieces of the natural world are ready to peel and apply, and are sure to excite Rothman's fans of all ages. Fans can't get enough of Julia Rothman's acclaimed illustrations from her best-selling book, Nature Anatomy, and now they can put them anywhere they want with more than 750 stickers depicting birds, feathers, wildflowers, butterflies, mammals, fungi, insects, constellations, and so much more. In a compact gift package at the irresistible price of $12.95.
