Invasive Pythons in the United States - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Invasive Pythons in the United States write by Michael E. Dorcas. This book was released on 2011. Invasive Pythons in the United States available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. "Dorcas and Willson provide a much needed examination of the growing impact of Burmese pythons as an invasiue spcies in the United States By highlighting The many dangers and detrimental effects the introduction of nonnative pythons has caused in the Everglades this book documents the mounting threat that invasives pose to ecosystems everywhere. The first book to focus solely on this issue, Invasive Pythons in the United States is well researched, well illustrated, and well timed" --Book Jacket.
Environmental ScienceBites
Environmental ScienceBites - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Environmental ScienceBites write by Kylienne A. Clark. This book was released on 2015-09-15. Environmental ScienceBites available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. This book was written by undergraduate students at The Ohio State University (OSU) who were enrolled in the class Introduction to Environmental Science. The chapters describe some of Earth's major environmental challenges and discuss ways that humans are using cutting-edge science and engineering to provide sustainable solutions to these problems. Topics are as diverse as the students, who represent virtually every department, school and college at OSU. The environmental issue that is described in each chapter is particularly important to the author, who hopes that their story will serve as inspiration to protect Earth for all life.
Snakes of the Eastern United States
Snakes of the Eastern United States - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Snakes of the Eastern United States write by Whit Gibbons. This book was released on 2017-04-15. Snakes of the Eastern United States available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. More than sixty species of snakes are found in the eastern United States, the region of highest biodiversity of all reptiles and amphibians in North America. In this brand new guide, stunning photographs, colorful geographic range maps, and comprehensive written accounts provide essential information about each species—including detailed identification characteristics, general ecology and behavior, and conservation status. Carefully researched and written by an expert herpetologist, the guide is directed toward a general audience interested in natural history. Additional information supports the already fact-filled snake species profiles. A chapter on urban and suburban snake ecology focuses on species most commonly found in some of the country’s largest cities and residential settings. A chapter on snake conservation includes information on threats faced by native species in many regions of the eastern United States. Another chapter provides the latest updates on the status of invasive species of pythons and boa constrictors that have now become naturalized permanent residents in certain areas of the country. This is the most accessible and informative guide to snakes of the eastern United States available anywhere. Covers snakes in these states (plus Washington, DC): Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Features: More than 385 stunning color photographsColorful geographic range mapsSpecies accounts that cover identification, general ecology and behavior, and conservation statusExtra information on snakes in urban and suburban areasStrong conservation message, with a focus on environmental threats to native speciesCoverage of invasive snakes
Tracking Pythons
Tracking Pythons - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Tracking Pythons write by Kate Messner. This book was released on 2024. Tracking Pythons available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. A fascinating look at Burmese pythons, how they're changing the south Florida ecosystem, and what scientists are doing to try to keep them in check. An intriguing new release from award-winning author Kate Messner.
Attack of the Burmese Pythons
Attack of the Burmese Pythons - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Attack of the Burmese Pythons write by Matt Jankowski. This book was released on 2016-12-15. Attack of the Burmese Pythons available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Burmese pythons are a popular kind of pet snake in the United States. However, theyre meant to live in India and parts of Chinanot Florida. These huge snakes can harm people and generally disrupt the food chain of southern Florida enough for them to be called an invasive species. This book introduces readers to the concept of native and invasive animals through the facts surrounding the spread of Burmese pythons. The main content covers how the snakes came to be in southern Florida, their harm to the environment, and modern ways conservation groups are trying to stop their spread.
