The Quest For The Eastern Cougar

Author : Robert Tougias
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2011-08-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781462010585

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The Quest for the Eastern Cougar by Robert Tougias Pdf

Is There This Beast In Our Midst? What is it about cougars? Why does this phantom of the eastern woods stimulate such passion among so many people? For decades wildlife biologists have been telling us that they do not exist east of the Mississippi and yet each year there are hundreds of people claiming to have seen one. Is there any truth to these claims, or are they misidentifications, wishful thinking or tall tales? Nature writer Robert Tougias journeys deep into the world of the cougar and into the reasoning of those that believe they exist and those that do not. The Quest For The Eastern Cougar: Extinction or Survival? is an informative voice of reason that quiets the confusion regarding the powerful predator. It tells us about the cats historic demise and alleged modern human encounters. The scientific explanations as to why one ought to believe or dismiss the cougars presence are unraveled. It discusses the ultimate question: whether or not cougars have survived in the East or have already left us. No matter what you choose to believe, cougars are likely to continue to make the news. Cougars are turning up in unthinkable places these days, attacks are becoming more frequent out West, eastern sightings have increased and are beginning to offer better evidence. We will be hearing much more about these powerful carnivores, and in the not too distant future we will see more of them. Are there cougars lurking in your back woodlot? Is the East ready for this magnificent predator? In this readable, well-researched book, Robert Tougias has made a valuable and timely contribution to the public and scientific discourse about mountain lions in the East and the potential for their recovery. This book deserves to be widely read by conservationists, researchers, policy makers and anyone interested in America's lion." Christopher Papouchis Conservation Biologist Mountain Lion Foundation Sacramento, CA Robert Tougias sheds much-needed light on one of Americas most intriguing wildlife mysteries. This book is for anyone whos ever wondered about the creatures that haunt our forests and our collective imagination. David Baron Author- Beast In The Garden Norton Publishing

Author : Chris Bolgiano,Jerry Roberts
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0811732185

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The Eastern Cougar by Chris Bolgiano,Jerry Roberts Pdf

The first book to cover the history and current status of the mysterious big cat Investigates the controversial question of whether wild cougars still inhabit the eastern United States Collects written accounts from the settlers who first encountered the animals and includes contributions from leading figures in the field When European settlers first reached the shores of North America, eastern cougars were plentiful, ranging up and down the coast of the present-day United States. By the beginning of the twentieth century, they had been almost entirely wiped out, victims of the same rapacity and ignorance that decimated wolf and bison numbers elsewhere in the country. Today, the continued existence of wild cougars remains hotly disputed, as do proposals to reintroduce cougars to the East. This groundbreaking anthology brings together accounts of early settlers and explorers, presents pro and con arguments on the wild cougar question, and examines the social and environmental implications of reintroduction. More than just a study of a single animal, this fascinating anthology probes America's troubled history with large predators and makes a vital contribution to the wildlife management debates of today.

Author : Sylvia Funston
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Endangered species
ISBN : 0920775888

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Eastern Cougar by Sylvia Funston Pdf

Explores how eastern cougars live and discusses their endangered status.

Author : S. Funston
Publisher : N.H.L. Publications
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1994-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0920445950

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Eastern Cougar by S. Funston Pdf

Author : Harley G. Shaw
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2000-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0816520844

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Soul Among Lions by Harley G. Shaw Pdf

Skilled predators prized by hunters and cursed by ranchers, mountain lions are the wild soul of the American West. Now a wildlife biologist brings you nose to nose with the elusive cougar. Harley Shaw shares dramatic stories culled from his years of studying mountain lions, separating fact from myth regarding their habits while raising serious questions about mankind's relationship with this commanding creature. "Most of us move into the country because we love wildlife," writes Shaw. "But none of us will tolerate having our pets or children eaten. . . . When lion/human encounters occur, the lion (or bear, or wolf) always ultimately loses." Soul among Lions offers us a chance to consider the true meaning of that loss.

Author : Chris Bolgiano,Jerry Roberts
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2005-07-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780811740401

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Eastern Cougar by Chris Bolgiano,Jerry Roberts Pdf

The first book to cover the history and current status of the mysterious big cat.

Author : William Stolzenburg
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2016-04-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781620405543

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Heart of a Lion by William Stolzenburg Pdf

Late one June night in 2011, a large animal collided with an SUV cruising down a Connecticut parkway. The creature appeared as something out of New England's forgotten past. Beside the road lay a 140-pound mountain lion. Speculations ran wild, the wildest of which figured him a ghostly survivor from a bygone century when lions last roamed the eastern United States. But a more fantastic scenario of facts soon unfolded. The lion was three years old, with a DNA trail embarking from the Black Hills of South Dakota on a cross-country odyssey eventually passing within thirty miles of New York City. It was the farthest landbound trek ever recorded for a wild animal in America, by a barely weaned teenager venturing solo through hostile terrain. William Stolzenburg retraces his two-year journey--from his embattled birthplace in the Black Hills, across the Great Plains and the Mississippi River, through Midwest metropolises and remote northern forests, to his tragic finale upon Connecticut's Gold Coast. Along the way, the lion traverses lands with people gunning for his kind, as well as those championing his cause. Heart of a Lion is a story of one heroic creature pitting instinct against towering odds, coming home to a society deeply divided over his return. It is a testament to the resilience of nature, and a test of humanity's willingness to live again beside the ultimate symbol of wildness.

Author : L. B. Taylor
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-18
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780811745765

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Monsters of Virginia by L. B. Taylor Pdf

Find out about all the strange phenomena that abounds in Virginia.

Author : Robert Tougias
Publisher : Charlesbridge Publishing
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-17
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781632892287

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Birder on Berry Lane by Robert Tougias Pdf

A month-by-month guide to the birds that flock to the peaceful New England backyard of a noted writer, birder, and naturalist. Robert Tougias's house on Berry Lane may look like a typical Connecticut suburban home, but as his fascinating year-long account reveals, its three-acre backyard is teeming with nature's mysteries. Acutely sensitive to the activities of birds, Tougias notes which species are present, which are breeding, and where their nests are. He identifies each species by its song, and brings us on a journey of appreciation as we learn the wonders of bird migration, the sensitive interaction of birds with their habitat, and the hidden meaning of their call notes and songs. Intimate and acutely observed writing reveals the miracles of the ordinary in the subtle changes, season to season, of the ecosystem of the woods, streams, and meadow that make up the sprawling backyard on Berry Lane. We are led to consider, too, the dangers posed by the climate crisis and unthinking human development. The quietly powerful writing tunes our senses to the change of the seasons, the return of warblers in spring, geese flying south in the fall--all happening on time as they have for eons. Beautifully illustrated with twenty-five line drawings, Birder on Berry Lane is a book of sublime simplicity that teaches an appreciation for what we commonly overlook. “Birder on Berry Lane weaves a remarkably rich tapestry, describing many birds’ lives around a single place and showing just how connected to them we can become. Robert Tougias proves that if we look, we can see so much more than we think, even in our own backyards.” Brian Sullivan eBird project leader, Cornell University Author of Better Birding—Tips, Tools, and Concepts for the Field

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Carl Galie
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Photography
ISBN : 0966987608

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Vision Quest by Anonim Pdf

Roanoke, Galie captured the subtle beauty found throughout the river basin in his stunning photographs. He now shares these photographs in this intimate portrait of a special place.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Wildlife conservation
ISBN : UCBK:C117561152

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Massachusetts Wildlife by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 664 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Appalachian Mountains
ISBN : UOM:39015073137716

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Appalachia by Anonim Pdf

Author : Kate Messner
Publisher : Millbrook Press
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2020-03-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781541595606

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Tracking Pythons by Kate Messner Pdf

Burmese pythons are invading Florida. These enormous snakes are native to Southeast Asia, so when one showed up dead along the side of a Florida highway in 1979, scientists wondered where it came from. No one knew the snakes had launched a full-scale invasion. Pet pythons that escaped or were released by their owners started breeding in the wild, and these enormous predators began eating every animal in their path. Today a group of scientists at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida is tracking Burmese pythons to find ways to stop their spread. Page Plus QR code links lead to video clips and photos of the scientists working in the field. Delve into the science of pythons and their role as invasive predators. "[A] fascinating example of field biology . . . Who knew that snake science could be so adventurous?"—starred, Kirkus Reviews

Author : Maurice Hornocker
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2023-07-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781493073306

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Cougars on the Cliff by Maurice Hornocker Pdf

Maurice Hornocker is recognized worldwide as the first scientist to unravel the secrets of America's most enigmatic predator—the mountain lion. A story of redemption, this book is a memoir about the never-before-told adventures, challenges, and controversies surrounding Hornocker’s groundbreaking study of cougars in the remote reaches of the Idaho Primitive Area. North America's biggest cat was once killed for bounty dollars, slaughtered with impunity and driven toward extinction. But today's cat of intrigue, despite our lingering fears and misconceptions, has returned to much of its native range in the western United States and gained respect as a predator integral and necessary to wild ecosystems. This turnaround was triggered by one man: Maurice Hornocker. Cougars on the Cliff recounts the early years of his research (1964–1973) when he tracked lions following a dog’s nose and footprints in the snow—before telemetry was available. Hornocker was first to learn that mountain lions living in stable populations limit their own numbers through territoriality and a concept he called “mutual avoidance.” This insight flew in the face of long-held beliefs that cougars were prolific and wanton killers that needed to be controlled as vermin. Thanks to Hornocker’s work, today cougars can be found throughout the West and have even started to reclaim their place in New England.

Author : Will Burrard-Lucas
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-20
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781797203584

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The Black Leopard by Will Burrard-Lucas Pdf

This inspiring book tells the story of a photographer's journey to find the mysterious black leopard. There are few creatures as gorgeous and elusive as the black leopard. In Africa, these magnificent cats are so rare as to be the stuff of legend. Will Burrard-Lucas's love for leopards began during his childhood in Tanzania and propelled him into a career as a wildlife photographer. In his quest to create intimate portraits of animals, he developed innovative technology, including a remotely controlled camera buggy and a high quality camera trap system for photographing nocturnal creatures. Then, one day in 2018, he heard about sightings of a young African black leopard in Kenya and with the help of people from the local community, he succeeded in capturing a series of high-quality photographs of the elusive cat. In this compelling and visually stunning book, Burrard-Lucas tells his story of creativity, entrepreneurship, and passion for wild animals, alongside awe-inspiring images of lions, elephants, and the black leopard itself. • STAR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER: Will Burrard-Lucas's passion for nature and expertise in camera technology have earned him coverage from National Geographic, The New York Times, and the BBC—and over 1 million fans enjoy his breathtaking work online. • NATURE'S HIDDEN WONDERS: Black leopards are individual animals in whom a gene mutation results in excess melanin and an elegant black coat. Most are found in Southeast Asia, where lush vegetation offers them camouflage. In the semiarid shrub lands of Africa, black leopards are extraordinarily rare. Burrard-Lucas's images—showing these beautiful creatures prowling their territory under cover of night—are vivid reminders of nature's hidden wonders. • INCREDIBLE STORY: This is an adventure story that takes place in remote and wild corners of Africa. It reveals Burrard-Lucas's devotion, vision, and innovation that led to him capturing photos that are not only incredibly rare, but also breathtakingly beautiful. Perfect for: • Aspiring and professional photographers • Photography buffs • Nature and animal lovers • Big cat enthusiasts • Conservationists • National Geographic readers • Fans of memoir and adventure stories • Travelers to Eastern and Southern Africa