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Wayne Lynch

    Penguins!
    Arctic A-Z
    Arctic
    Birds of Prey
    Everglades
    Owls of the United States and Canada
    • Owls of the United States and Canada

      A Complete Guide to Their Biology and Behavior

      • 264pages
      • 10 heures de lecture
      4,5(48)Évaluer

      Celebrated natural history writer and wildlife photographer Wayne Lynch unveils the secrets of owls through breathtaking photographs and engaging personal stories. Featuring images primarily captured in the wild, the book showcases various species, from the majestic great horned owl to the diminutive elf owl. This captivating exploration combines accessible science with artistic photography, highlighting the beauty and intrigue of these charismatic birds of prey.

      Owls of the United States and Canada
    • Everglades

      • 64pages
      • 3 heures de lecture
      4,6(9)Évaluer

      Focusing on a vibrant North American ecosystem, this installment in the Our Wild World: Ecosystems series combines stunning photography with personal anecdotes from author Wayne Lynch. Readers will explore a rich variety of life, including unique flora like strangler fig trees and bromeliads, as well as fauna such as armadillos and numerous water birds, alongside iconic alligators. The blend of visual beauty and informative content offers a comprehensive understanding of the ecosystem's dynamics.

      Everglades
    • Birds of Prey

      • 64pages
      • 3 heures de lecture
      4,5(4)Évaluer

      Focusing on eagles, falcons, owls, and vultures, this compilation explores the fascinating world of birds of prey, renowned for their hunting skills and ecological significance. It offers detailed insights into various species, covering aspects like habitat, diet, breeding, and social behavior. With 192 pages filled with over 100 vibrant photographs and engaging fun facts, readers will find a wealth of information that appeals to both children and adults interested in these majestic creatures.

      Birds of Prey
    • Arctic

      • 64pages
      • 3 heures de lecture
      5,0(1)Évaluer

      The Arctic is known as a cold, snowy place, but it's actually full of surprises. This book includes important information on the ice-covered Arctic Ocean and the effects of global warming on plants and animals.

      Arctic
    • A beautifully illustrated dictionary of 26 key aspects of life in the Arctic.

      Arctic A-Z
    • Penguins!

      • 80pages
      • 3 heures de lecture
      4,5(2)Évaluer

      Second edition of the lively illustrated book which explores the daily lives of nature's most resilient seabird.

      Penguins!
    • Bears of the North

      • 352pages
      • 13 heures de lecture
      4,5(4)Évaluer

      Informed by Lynch's nearly forty years of experience observing and photographing bears in the wild, and aided by sophisticated digital photo technologies, Bears of the North is an unrivaled collection of enthralling and informative portraits of bears in their natural environments.

      Bears of the North
    • Life in the Boreal Forest

      • 208pages
      • 8 heures de lecture
      4,0(1)Évaluer

      Spreading across the top of North America from Alaska to Newfoundland, and sweeping across the breadth of Russia to the fjords of western Scandinavia is the great northern forest. An immense swatch of spruce, fir, larch, and aspen, it is arguably the largest forest ecosystem in the world. In Life in the Boreal Forest , noted science writer, naturalist and wildlife photographer Wayne Lynch examines the animals and plants of this mighty forest as the seasons unfold.

      Life in the Boreal Forest
    • Penguins of the World

      • 175pages
      • 7 heures de lecture
      4,0(4)Évaluer

      With the worldwide success of the movie March of the Penguins , these fascinating flightless birds have become a symbol of the fragile nature of our ecosystem. Faced with global warming, invasive tourism, pollution and loss of habitat, penguins need our help more than ever to survive. Over the last 18 years, Wayne Lynch has travelled thousands of miles to Antarctica, the Galápagos Islands, Argentina, Chile, New Zealand and a dozen remote island clusters in the tempestuous Southern Ocean to study and photograph the 17 species of penguins in their natural habitats. In Penguins of the World , he documents the extraordinary life cycle of these tough, resourceful and beautiful birds in some of the harshest environments imaginable. Lynch's prose is engaging and easy-to-read, and his beautiful photographs capture the birds in a wide variety of activities and behaviours. Penguins of the World is a book not to be missed by anyone interested in the future of life on this planet.

      Penguins of the World
    • Sonoran Desert

      • 64pages
      • 3 heures de lecture
      3,0(1)Évaluer

      The book offers a vivid exploration of a unique ecosystem, showcasing stunning photography alongside extensive factual information about its diverse inhabitants. Readers will discover the intricate relationships between various species, including the giant saguaro cactus, ocotillo, javelinas, rattlesnakes, and numerous desert birds. This comprehensive portrayal highlights the dynamic interplay of plants, animals, climate, and landscape within this captivating habitat.

      Sonoran Desert