The Wild Life Of The Fox

Author : Adele Brand
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780062966124

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The Hidden World of the Fox by Adele Brand Pdf

Discover the hidden world of the fox, as beautifully revealed by an acclaimed ecologist who has studied foxes for two decades across four continents “An ode to this familiar yet mysterious creature. … The sight of foxes can lift Brand's prose into poetry. ... By turns lyrical, salty, funny and scholarly.” —New York Times Book Review The fox. For thousands of years myth and folklore have celebrated its cunning intelligence. Today the red fox is the nature’s most populous carnivore, its dancing orange tail a common sight in backyards. Yet who is this wild neighbor, truly? How do we negotiate this uneasy new chapter of an ancient relationship? Join British ecologist Adele Brand on a journey to discover the surprising secrets of the fabled fox, the familiar yet enigmatic creature that has adapted to the human world with astonishing—some say, unsettling—success. Brand has studied foxes for twenty years across four continents—from the Yucatán rainforest to India’s remote Thar Desert, from subarctic Canada to metropolitan London. Her observations have convinced her that the fox is arguably the most modern of all wildlife, uniquely suited to survival in the rapidly expanding urban/wild interface. Blending cutting-edge science, cultural anthropology, and intimate personal storytelling drawn from her own remarkable fieldwork, The Hidden World of the Fox is Brand’s rich and revelatory portrait of the extraordinary animal she has devoted her life to understanding.

Author : John Lewis-Stempel
Publisher : Random House
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781473566668

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The Wild Life of the Fox by John Lewis-Stempel Pdf

"I adore the fox for its magnificence; I hate the fox for killing my chickens. To love and loathe the fox is a British condition." The fox is our apex predator, our most beautiful and clever killer. We have witnessed its wild touch, watched it slink by bins at night and been chilled by its high-pitched scream. And yet we long to stroke the tumbling cubs outside their tunnel homes and watch the vixen stalk the cornfield. There is something about foxes. They captivate us like no other species. Exploring a long and sometimes complicated relationship, The Wild Life of the Fox captures our love – and sometimes loathing – of this magnificent creature in vivid detail and lyrical prose.

Author : Catherine Raven
Publisher : Spiegel & Grau
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2022-06-28
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1954118112

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Fox and I by Catherine Raven Pdf

After receiving her PhD in biology, Raven lived in an isolated cottage in Montana, teaching remotely and leading field classes in Yellowstone National Park. Her only regular visitor was a fox, with whom she developed a friendship and from whom she learned about growth, loss, and belonging.

Author : Martin Hemmington
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2014-11-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1873580967

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Fox Watching by Martin Hemmington Pdf

Author : John Lewis-Stempel
Publisher : Doubleday UK
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2020-10
Category : Foxes
ISBN : 0857526421

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The Wild Life of the Fox by John Lewis-Stempel Pdf

Author : Clive McFarland
Publisher : Templar Publishing
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2017-07-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781787411432

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The Fox and the Wild by Clive McFarland Pdf

Fred is a city fox. The city is a scary place for a fox like Fred. It's noisy, it can be hard to find food and it's often dangerous. One day Fred sees a flock of birds flying away over the city roofs. "Where do they go?" he wonders. And so he sets off to find the wild. All the other city animals say that there is no such place, but Fred knows better - or does he?

Author : Lee Alan Dugatkin,Lyudmila Trut
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2019-04-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9780226599717

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How to Tame a Fox (and Build a Dog) by Lee Alan Dugatkin,Lyudmila Trut Pdf

Tucked away in Siberia, there are furry, four-legged creatures with wagging tails and floppy ears that are as docile and friendly as any lapdog. But, despite appearances, these are not dogs—they are foxes. They are the result of the most astonishing experiment in breeding ever undertaken—imagine speeding up thousands of years of evolution into a few decades. In 1959, biologists Dmitri Belyaev and Lyudmila Trut set out to do just that, by starting with a few dozen silver foxes from fox farms in the USSR and attempting to recreate the evolution of wolves into dogs in real time in order to witness the process of domestication. This is the extraordinary, untold story of this remarkable undertaking. Most accounts of the natural evolution of wolves place it over a span of about 15,000 years, but within a decade, Belyaev and Trut’s fox breeding experiments had resulted in puppy-like foxes with floppy ears, piebald spots, and curly tails. Along with these physical changes came genetic and behavioral changes, as well. The foxes were bred using selection criteria for tameness, and with each generation, they became increasingly interested in human companionship. Trut has been there the whole time, and has been the lead scientist on this work since Belyaev’s death in 1985, and with Lee Dugatkin, biologist and science writer, she tells the story of the adventure, science, politics, and love behind it all. In How to Tame a Fox, Dugatkin and Trut take us inside this path-breaking experiment in the midst of the brutal winters of Siberia to reveal how scientific history is made and continues to be made today. To date, fifty-six generations of foxes have been domesticated, and we continue to learn significant lessons from them about the genetic and behavioral evolution of domesticated animals. How to Tame a Fox offers an incredible tale of scientists at work, while also celebrating the deep attachments that have brought humans and animals together throughout time.

Author : Daniel Fox
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2019-10-22
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781771603720

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Feel the Wild by Daniel Fox Pdf

Feel the Wild is an intimate and powerful story about Nature and our relationship with it, told through stunning photography and thought-provoking writing. To "Feel the Wild" is to connect with the wilderness - the untamed Nature, the untamed Us, the essence of Life, through all of our senses and experience everything it has to offer - the physical, the emotional, the philosophical, and the spiritual. Daniel Fox's book of outdoor photography is ultimately about learning who we are and our place on this planet. It is a journey of growth told through the lenses of humility, vulnerability, and perspective. Published in conjunction with a North American promotional tour sponsored by Arc'teryx (Vancouver, Calgary, Seattle, Portland, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, Denver, New York, Boston, and more), Feel the Wild is certain to infuse everyone with the majesty of the natural world and revive within the reader a deep connection to every living thing.

Author : Russ Jane
Publisher : Graffeg
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2017-03-09
Category : Foxes
ISBN : 191086255X

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The Fox Book by Russ Jane Pdf

The Fox Book, with its stunning photography and fascinating facts, is a must-have for all fox lovers. Featuring details of a fox's life cycle and the differences between the rural and urban fox, the sections include the fox in art and literature, the fox in myth and legend, and the many types of fox found in nature.

Author : Renate Raecke
Publisher : Astra Publishing House
Page : 79 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781662650598

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Reynard the Fox by Renate Raecke Pdf

"A collection of folktales at their absolute best" (Elizabeth Bird, SLJ.com) about a legendary scoundrel, brought to new life through Renate Raecke's lively retelling and Jonas Lauströer's expressive illustrations. Reynard the Fox has been a staple trickster character of European literature since at least the Middle Ages. The tales of his schemes have been told many times, and he always manages to win readers' sympathies. Reynard is a rascal, a ne'er-do-well. While we may suffer from his pranks, at the same time we smile at the shrewd thinking through which he escapes hopeless situations. In this expertly retold version, the classic tales of Reynard's exploits find a new life. They speak to us now as much as ever, for who among us doesn't know a Reynard-like figure in our lives?

Author : Danny Popovici
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 45 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2021-08-24
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781797203522

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The Fox and the Forest Fire by Danny Popovici Pdf

A story of hope and friendship, in which resilience trumps tragedy in the wake of a forest fire. After moving from the city, one boy discovers his new home in the woods isn't so bad—there is friendship in the midst of the forest. But when he spots a fire on the horizon that soon engulfs everything he's come to know—the bugs, the plants, the fox who keeps him company—he is forced to flee. When his newfound comfort goes up in smoke, how can he ever feel at home again? In a forest fire, so much can change in an instant. But both fox and boy learn that there are some things fire cannot burn. With time, the forest will regrow, the animals will return to their home, and so will the boy and his mom. As we all search for tools for understanding the destruction of forest fires, this touching story shows that hope, friendship, and resilience shine the brightest. TIMELY: As fires rage over a wider swath of the United States and internationally, and as fire season lengthens year after year, and sets new records year after year, these are themes communities are engaging with daily during fire season. WRITTEN BY A FIREFIGHTER: The author-illustrator was a volunteer firefighter, giving him a unique perspective on the topic of forest fires. EMOTIONALLY RESONANT: This moving story ends with rebuilding—both for humans and for nature—and with a truly uplifting message of resilience. COMMUNITY-BUILDING: A wonderful resource for families and communities experiencing the aftermath of a fire or other natural disasters, as well as anyone looking to empathize with, and better understand, those communities in need. CLASSROOM RESOURCE: Not only is this the perfect resource for talking about topics like the environment, natural disasters, forest management, and emergency preparedness, this book will also spark important conversations about coping with personal and community tragedies. The author-illustrator reflects on his own experiences with forest fires in the autho's note, and backmatter provides additional context. Perfect for: Parents, Educators, Nature lovers

Author : Dee Phillips
Publisher : Bearport Publishing
Page : 29 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781617724091

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Fox's Den by Dee Phillips Pdf

"In this book, young readers will learn about the fox's habitat and home"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Cherie Mason
Publisher : Down East Books
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2013-01-25
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781608932139

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Wild Fox by Cherie Mason Pdf

When an injured fox (crippled by a steel-jawed trap) hobbled into Cherie Mason‚s yard one morning, it was the start of a special and unusual relationship. The young fox had every reason to fear humans, yet was won over by Cherie‚s persistent gentleness˜and the tidbits from her kitchen. For half a year he was a regular visitor and became something of a celebrity in the small Maine community. Yet he always remained a wild fox. He hunted his own food and interacted with other foxes. This is Cherie Mason‚s poignant story of how she befriended a wild creature, knowing that his instincts would soon lead him away forever. Suffused with gentle wonder, Wild Fox speaks to the deep human longing to span the gulf between species.

Author : Marja Baeten
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2021-09-21
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1605377201

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Wild Animals in the Snow. a Picture Book about Animals with Stories and Information by Marja Baeten Pdf

Author : Kate Gardner
Publisher : Running Press Kids
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-28
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780762471348

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How to Find a Fox by Kate Gardner Pdf

**Winner of the Mockingbird Award** Look for tracks. Listen for yips. Be as still as a pebble. ​Taking kids on an imaginary trek through different landscapes and seasons, How to Find a Fox celebrates one of our planet's most graceful and enchanting creatures: the red fox. Ossi Saarinen's stunning wildlife photos and Kate Gardner's lively and informative words capture the magical and profound connection between animals and humans. Readers will be inspired to get outside and make their own discoveries--maybe with a camera in-hand, just like Ossi.