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• 1. Animal Agriculture as Science.
• 2. The Classification of Agricultural Animals.
• 3. The Beef Industry.
• 4. The Dairy Industry.
• 5. The Swine Industry.
• 6. The Poultry Industry.
• 7. The Sheep Industry.
• 8. The Goat Industry.
• 9. The Horse Industry.
• 10. The Aquaculture Industry.
• 11. The Small Animal Industry.
• 12. Alternative Animal Agriculture.
• 13. The Honey Bee Industry.
• 14. Animal Behavior.
• 15. Animal Cells: The Building Blocks.
• 16. Animal Genetics.
• 17. The Scientific Selection of Agricultural Animals.
• 18. The Reproduction Process.
• 19. Cloning Animals.
• 20. Animal Growth and Development.
• 21. Animal Nutrition.
• 22. Meat Science.
• 23. Parasites of Agricultural Animals.
• 24. Animal Diseases.
• 25. The Issue of Animal Welfare.
• 26. Consumer Concerns.
• 27. Careers in Animal Science.
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With up-to-date information, a highly visual presentation, and a reader-friendly writing style, this trusted text offers an ideal introduction to basic science concepts involved in the production of agricultural animals. THE SCIENCE OF ANIMAL AGRICULTURE, Fifth Edition, explores key scientific principles while emphasizing their practical applications, clearly demonstrating the integral connections between science and agriculture. You'll learn about biological processes including reproduction, growth and development, and animal behavior, as well as production-related topics such as nutrition, disease, and the latest in animal biotechnology. The author also addresses key issues in today's agricultural industry, such as animal welfare, consumer concerns, and environmental considerations, providing further insights to prepare you for career success.
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Back from the Brink, written by leading international conservationists, presents species that have been saved from the "brink of extinction" through the resolve and collaborative initiatives of individuals, communities, organizations, and governments over the past decades.Along with awe-inspiring photographs, the book presents in-depth profiles of 25 threatened species and in all includes the stories of nearly 100 species - some formerly believed extinct but now successfully rescued. The detailed information underscores the urgent need to work together to prevent further loss of nature's diversity and beauty and to mitigate the causes of climate change. As ongoing destruction, degradation, and fragmentation of the planet's natural ecosystems increase to make way for human populations, this volume clearly demonstrates every society's obligation to ensure the right balance between urban growth and natural ecosystems.The beauty in these pages serves as an aspiration for our collective work and our shared future.
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"This book is a guide to the real treasures of the Bajo California Pacific Islands, their endemic plants and animals, found here and nowhere else on the earth."--Back cover.

• Section I: INTRODUCTION.
• 1. The Importance of Natural Resources.
• 2. Conservation: Wise Use of Natural Resources.
• 3. The History of Wildlife Management in America.
• 4. The Administration of Wildlife Management.
• 5. Habitat Requirements of Wildlife.
• 6. The Human Impact on Wildlife Habitat.
• 7. Wildlife and American Sport Hunting.
• 8. Modern Wildlife Management.
• 9. Modern Waterfowl Management.
• 10. Endangered Species.
• 11. Wildlife Parks and Zoos.
• Section II: WILDLIFE AND FISH IDENTIFICATION.
• 12. Large Mammals.
• 13. Small Mammals.
• 14. Nonindigenous Species.
• 15. Upland Game Birds.
• 16. Ducks, Geese, Swans, and Cranes.
• 17. Songbirds and Other Common Birds.
• 18. Avian Predators.
• 19. Common Shorebirds, Herons, and Egrets.
• 20. Reptiles.
• 21. Amphibians.
• 22. Freshwater Habitats and Their Management.
• 23. Freshwater Fishes.
• Section III: CAREERS.
• 24. Careers in Wildlife and Fisheries Management.
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Understand how professionals manage the natural world with WILDLIFE AND NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, 4E! From running fisheries and national parks to studying the environment and resources conservation, career opportunities abound in this growing field. In addition to professional perspectives, this all-new fourth edition encourages you to explore your wild side with vibrant, full-color photos and illustrations of animals, habitats, and endangered species, including ways to identify each. As our human population continues to grow, the pressure on natural resources will inevitably increase. In the past thirty years humans have come a long way in terms of managing fish and wildlife, conserving soil, and protecting the water supply, but it is up to future generations to continue that progress. WILDLIFE AND NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, 4E shows you the path to that future-and builds a greater appreciation for the natural world and its limited resources.
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"There are a broad range of primary forests found across tropical, boreal and temperate climates worldwide. Despite their numerous benefits, they are under increased threat from industrial agriculture, mining, oil and gas extraction, industrial logging and infrastructure development. It is estimated that we have lost one-third of the world's original forest cover, and of the remaining forest, only a third qualifies as primary forest and of that total only 20 percent is protected. The book's authors make the case for prioritizing the conservation of primary forests in order to preserve their rich biodiversity and the natural services they provide--including storing carbon, providing freshwater and supporting the livelihoods of approximately 400 million people around the world. Primary forests also serve as a key source of seed stock that can be used for reforestation efforts. A Geography of Hope: Saving Primary Forests illustrates the beauty, ecological importance and connection to humanity unique to these nearly untouched, 'old-growth' forests"--Publisher's description.

• Introduction: How to use this book = Introducción: Cómo usar esto libro / Julio A. Lemos-Espinal
• Nomenclatural and distributional notes = Notas sobre nomenclatura y distribución / Julio A. Lemos-Espinal, Bradford D. Hollingsworth, William Farr
• Herpetofauna of Baja California = Herpetofauna de Baja California / Bradford D. Hollingsworth, Clark R. Mahrdt, L. Lee Grismer, Robert E. Lovich
• Herpetofauna of Sonora = Herpetofauna de Sonora / Julio A. Lemos-Espinal, James C. Rorabaugh
• Herpetofauna of Chihuahua = Herpetofauna de Chihuahua / Julio A. Lemos-Espinal, Hobart M. Smith
• Herpetofauna of Coahuila = Herpetofauna de Coahuila / Julio A. Lemos-Espinal, Hobart M. Smith
• Herpetofauna of Nuevo León = Herpetofauna de Nuevo León / Julio A. Lemos-Espinal, Alexander Cruz
• Herpetofauna of Tamaulipas = Herpetofauna de Tamaulipas / William Farr
• Herpetofauna of California = Herpetofauna de California / Bradford D. Hollingsworth, Clark R. Mahrdt
• Herpetofauna of Arizona = Herpetofauna de Arizona / Thomas C. Brennan, Randall D. Babb
• Herpetofauna of New Mexico = Herpetofauna de Nuevo México / Charles W. Painter, James N. Stuart
• Herpetofauna of Texas = Herpetofauna de Texas / James R. Dixon
• Herpetofaunal diversity of the United States-Mexico border states = Diversidad de la herpetofauna de los estados de la frontera México-Estados Unidos / Geoffrey R. Smith, Julio A. Lemos-Espinal
• Appendix: Checklist of the amphibians and reptiles of the United States-Mexico border states = Anexo: Listado de los anfibios y reptiles de los estados de la frontera México-Estados Unidos.

In the first bilingual work on the reptiles and amphibians of the US-Mexico border, top herpetologists come together to describe the herpetofauna of the states of this region, which includes more than 600 species of toads, frogs, salamanders, turtles, sea turtles, alligators, lizards, snakes, and sea snakes that are found along the almost 2,000-mile border between the two countries. Each chapter is devoted to one state--four in the US (California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas) and six in Mexico (Baja California, Sonora, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Tamaulipas)--with text in both English and Spanish. The chapters contain an introduction to the area, a review of the research, a sketch of the state's physiography, and a description of the species present as well as the pertinent conservation issues they face. A color photo gallery includes images of nearly all species. Almost 40 percent of the featured native species are shared between the US and Mexico, reminding us that animals depend on the integrity of natural landscapes and proving the need for a comprehensive, bilingual reference to help lead a shared effort in the management and conservation of the borderlands.
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"The book is a valuable resource for naturalists, gardeners and students. Its 176 trees are richly illustrated with over 1,200 detailed photographs."--Publisher's description.

• I. El quetzal, trogones y colibrís = The quetzal, trogons and hummingbirds