As you enjoy the nice weather, gardening, and preparing for outdoor events, think about the animals whose territory is on the brink of extinction. Our selection of books will help you understand how and why they are losing their "space." Reading just one book will make you aware of how precious our environment is to all living creatures. Compare older books with the new. Do you think things have changed for the better? Jaguar: Struggle and Triumph in the Jungles of Belize by Alan Rabinowitz.
A fascinating story of how a young scientist from Brooklyn blazes the trails in Central America to study the jaguar.
Going, Going, Gone?:Animals and Plants on the Brink of Extinction and How You Can Help by Malcolm Tait
An easy to read book that includes fish, mammals, feathered species, and even plant life. It gives you a 'fact box' highlighting pertinent information on the subject.
The Salmon: Their Fight for Survival by Anthony Netboy
As the copyright for this book is 1974, it makes for interesting comparisons with newer books. Let us know what you learned!
The Ten Trusts: What We Must Do To Care For The Animals We Love by Jane Goodall & Marc Bekoff
World-renowned behavioral scientists set forth ten trusts that we must honor as custodians of the plant. This book will enrich your perspective regarding how we "love" on this planet.
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