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Backyard Insects Updated Edition
by Paul Horne Denis CrawfordLove them or loathe them, we can't avoid insects.From aphids to flies, ladybirds to wasps, insects of all shapes and sizes share our homes and gardens. Now in updated edition, the bestselling Backyard Insects explores the secrets and habits of more than one hundred little critters that are common to backyard Australia. Crawling with full-colour, larger-than-life photographs for easy identification, Backyard Insects is an indispensable guide for nature lovers, gardeners and kids of all ages.
Backyard Livestock: Raising Good, Natural Food For Your Family (Countryman Know How #0)
by George B. Looby Steven ThomasA new edition of the essential guide to animal husbandry Have you ever celebrated Thanksgiving with a turkey from a local farm, instead of a packaged, frozen supermarket bird? Ever cracked a farm-fresh egg into the skillet next to a store-bought one? The difference in quality can’t be overstated. Small-scale livestock farming not only brings better, safer, and more delicious food to your table, but it can do so economically. Long the primary reference for anyone who keeps animals as a sustainable food source, this latest edition comes with a beautiful new design and includes up-to-date information on breeding, feeding, disease prevention, housing, and management. Complete with clarifying diagrams, full color photography, and a catalog of supplemental reading, Backyard Livestock continues to be the best resource for those who wish to sustainably and ethically raise their own farm-fresh food.
Backyard Mystery
by Buffy SilvermanEmma and her father finish their walk with their dog Dakota–what Dakota finds in the backyard leaves them surprised. What they believed had been an injured animal has now disappeared! Emma takes pictures of the tracks to identify the animal that left them behind. Was the missing animal an opossum that is known for playing dead? Find out who helps Emma solve this backyard mystery!
Backyard Poultry Medicine and Surgery: A Guide for Veterinary Practitioners
by Cheryl B. Greenacre Teresa Y. MorishitaBackyard Poultry Medicine and Surgery, Second Edition is a thorough revision and expansion of the first book to provide practical information for veterinarians treating individual or small flocks of poultry. With seven new chapters covering toxicology, euthanasia, gross pathology, behavior, game bird medicine, vaccinations, and drugs, and many existing chapters significantly expanded, the book offers a complete guide to all aspects of husbandry, medicine, and surgery for backyard poultry. Organized by organ system for ease of use, the book is designed to support veterinarians in diagnosing and treating backyard chickens, whether they see an occasional bird or regularly treat poultry. More than 400 color photographs aid in breed identification and diagnosis, and the clinical focus enables veterinarians to confidently and knowledgably develop a diagnostic and treatment plan. Chapters are written by leading experts in avian medicine and surgery. Backyard Poultry Medicine and Surgery is a must-have reference for any veterinarian called on to care for backyard flocks, whether they see an occasional chicken or treat poultry regularly. Offers a comprehensive guide to diagnosing and treating backyard poultry Presents practical information on husbandry, medicine, and surgery Written from an individual medicine perspective to aid practitioners in developing a diagnostic and treatment plan for the individual or small flock of poultry Expands significantly on the first edition, with many expanded chapters and seven brand-new chapters Includes new chapters covering toxicology, euthanasia, gross pathology, behavior, game bird medicine, vaccinations, and drugs Provides more color photographs to aid in breed and disease identification
Backyard Poultry Medicine and Surgery
by Teresa Y. Morishita Cheryl B. GreenacreBackyard Poultry Medicine and Surgery is a practical resource offering guidance on developing diagnostic and treatment plans for individual companion poultry or small flocks. Organized by body system to aid in developing a differential diagnosis list for common presenting signs, the book provides all the information clinicians need to effectively treat backyard poultry. Written by experts from both the commercial poultry field and the companion avian field, the book provides thorough coverage of both common and less common diseases of backyard chickens, ducks, and other poultry. The book begins with introductory chapters covering general information, an overview of US laws, and basic husbandry concerns, then moves into specific disease chapters organized by system. The book takes an individual medicine perspective throughout, with photographs, radiographs, and histopathological photomicrographs to illustrate principles and diseases. Backyard Poultry Medicine and Surgery is an invaluable guide to diseases and treatments for any practitioners treating backyard poultry.
The Backyard Sheep: An Introductory Guide to Keeping Productive Pet Sheep
by Sue WeaverRaise a flock of sheep in your backyard. Even with a limited amount of space, you can enjoy homegrown fleece and fresh milk, as well as the endearing company of these family-friendly animals. Sue Weaver provides all the instructions you need for selecting a breed; housing and feeding; harvesting fleece; and milking. With simple recipes for making cheese and yogurt, and tips on processing fleece for wool, you&’ll enjoy the varied and numerous rewards of keeping sheep.
Bacteria and Fungi from Fish and Other Aquatic Animals
by Nicky BullerThis practical book provides an updated resource for the identification of bacteria found in animals inhabiting the aquatic environment, illustrated with colour photos. It contains expanded biochemical identification tables to include newly identified pathogenic and saprophytic bacteria, molecular identification tests now available for a greater number of aquatic bacterial pathogens, more information on the pathogenesis and virulence of each organism and new coverage of traditional and molecular identification of fungal pathogens and quality assurance standards for laboratories.
Bacteria and Fungi from Fish and Other Aquatic Animals: A Practical Identification Manual
by Nicky BullerThis practical book provides an updated resource for the identification of bacteria found in animals inhabiting the aquatic environment, illustrated with colour photos. It contains expanded biochemical identification tables to include newly identified pathogenic and saprophytic bacteria, molecular identification tests now available for a greater number of aquatic bacterial pathogens, more information on the pathogenesis and virulence of each organism and new coverage of traditional and molecular identification of fungal pathogens and quality assurance standards for laboratories.
Bacteria And Fungi From Fish And Other Aquatic Animals: A Practical Identification Manual
by Nicky B. BullerThis practical book provides an updated resource for the identification of bacteria found in animals inhabiting the aquatic environment, illustrated with colour photos. It contains expanded biochemical identification tables to include newly identified pathogenic and saprophytic bacteria, molecular identification tests now available for a greater number of aquatic bacterial pathogens, more information on the pathogenesis and virulence of each organism and new coverage of traditional and molecular identification of fungal pathogens and quality assurance standards for laboratories.
The Bacteria Book: The Big World of Really Tiny Microbes (The Science Book Series)
by Steve MouldIn this fun, fact-packed science book for kids, young readers will discover the bacteria, viruses, and other germs and microbes that keep our bodies and our world running, as well as how and when they can be harmful and the precautions we can take to prevent them from becoming so. Meet a glowing squid, traveling fungus spores, and much more. The Bacteria Book walks the line between "ew, gross!" and "oh, cool!," exploring why we need bacteria and introducing readers to its microbial mates—viruses, fungi, algae, archaea, and protozoa. The Bacteria Book is a fun and informative introduction to a STEM subject that brings kids up-close to the big world of tiny science. With remarkable photography, kooky character illustrations, and lots of fun facts, this book uses real-life examples of microbiology in action to show how tiny microbes affect us in big ways.
The Bacteria Book: Gross Germs, Vile Viruses and Funky Fungi (The Science Book Series)
by Steve MouldIn this fun, fact-packed science book for kids, young readers will discover the bacteria, viruses, and other germs and microbes that keep our bodies and our world running, as well as how and when they can be harmful and the precautions we can take to prevent them from becoming so.Meet a glowing squid, traveling fungus spores, and much more. The Bacteria Book walks the line between "ew, gross!" and "oh, cool!," exploring why we need bacteria and introducing readers to its microbial mates-viruses, fungi, algae, archaea, and protozoa.The Bacteria Book is a fun and informative introduction to a STEM subject that brings kids up-close to the big world of tiny science. With remarkable photography, kooky character illustrations, and lots of fun facts, this book uses real-life examples of microbiology in action to show how tiny microbes affect us in big ways.
Bacterial Fish Pathogens: Disease of Farmed and Wild Fish (Springer Praxis Books / Aquaculture And Fisheries Ser.)
by Dawn A. Austin Brian AustinThis book puts emphasis on theisolation, taxonomy, diagnosis (phenotypic, serology and molecular biology),epizootiology, pathogenicity mechanisms, and methods of disease control (byvaccination, immunostimulation, probiotics, prebiotics, plant products, andantimicrobial compounds. Co-infections, which are attributed to more than onemicrobial species have been discussed. Shortcomings in knowledge have beenhighlighted. This sixth edition is the successor to the original version, first published in 1987, and which fillsthe need for an up-to-date comprehensive text on the biological aspects of thebacterial taxa which cause disease in finfish. Thebook is primarily targeted at researcher workers, including postgraduatestudents, and diagnosticians. It is anticipated that the readership willinclude veterinary microbiologists, public health scientists and microbialecologists.
Bacterial Fish Pathogens: Disease of Farmed and Wild Fish (Springer Praxis Books / Aquaculture And Fisheries Ser.)
by Dawn A. Austin Brian AustinThis completely updated fifth edition of Bacterial Fish Pathogens is a comprehensive discussion of the biological aspects of the bacteria which cause disease in farmed and wild fish. Since the 4th edition was published in 2007, there has been an upturn in the application of molecular approaches to taxonomy, diagnosis and vaccine development. New pathogens, e.g. Aeromonas schubertii, have been described. Also, there has been the emergence of diseases caused by bacteria which have not been cultured, and which have been equated with new taxa, i.e. 'Candidatus'. Consideration is given to all the bacterial fish pathogens, including primary pathogens and opportunists.
Baculovirus: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology #2829)
by Manon M. J. CoxThis detailed volume provides up-to-date guidance on techniques used to work with baculoviruses and insect cells. The book provides basic methods to create recombinant baculoviruses, to improve productivity, to produce a variety of products, to purify products, to quantify baculovirus stocks or to quantify product produced, and it concludes with alternative uses of either baculovirus or insect cells as tools. Written for the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step and readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Authoritative and comprehensive, Baculovirus: Methods and Protocols serves as an ideal guide for researchers looking to overcome some of the limitations associated with the early baculoviral vectors and cell lines.
Bad, Bad Bunny Trouble
by Hans WilhelmAfter Ralph gets in trouble for kicking the soccer ball in the house, he uses it to save his family.
Bad Bear Detectives
by Daniel PinkwaterWhen a shipment of imported Italian muffins goes missing, Irving and Muktuk become the key suspects. Everyone knows their weakness for muffins and immediately think they are responsible! Irving and Muktuk realize that in order to clear their smirched names, they have to find the culprit themselves. They disguise themselves, sniff out some clues, interview possible witnesses, and try to find the thief. As with all good mysteries, the clues lead to a surprise ending.
Bad Bears in the Big City
by Daniel PinkwaterIrving and Muktuk have arrived from Yellowtooth in the frozen North to their new home in the Bayonne, New Jersey, Zoo. There they meet another polar bear, Roy, who tells them about his life outside the zoo. Roy goes home every night at six when the zoo closes. After a week of swimming, eating fish and the occasional muffin thrown to them by zoo visitors, playing, and taking naps, Irving and Muktuk feel bored and restless. They decide to explore life outside the walls and go in search of Roy and more muffins. Soon their escape is discovered and the zookeepers, the zoo director, and the police are called. Are these polar bears to be trusted?
Bad Bella
by Ali Standish“Bella, Bella, Bella! A wonderful, funny, heartfelt tale of a very good ‘bad’ dog, and her enduring quest for that thing we all seek: a place to call home. I loved this book! I love Bella!” —Garth Stein, New York Times bestselling author of The Art of Racing in the RainPerfect for fans of Racing in the Rain and Because of Winn Dixie! Ali Standish, author of the critically acclaimed The Ethan I Was Before and August Isle, delivers a rebarkable tale of one extraordinary pup’s search for a new family, inspired by her real-life rescue dog Bella. Bella is the very best dog a family could ask for. Only her family, the McBrides, don’t see it that way.Ever since Mrs. McBride’s belly started growing, they don’t seem to appreciate the way Bella cleans the crumbs from the kitchen floor or how she’s always willing to play fetch after a long day. And when Bella’s valiant attempt to save the Christmas tree ends in disaster, she finds herself being swiftly abandoned at the pound.As the reality sinks in that she is unwanted, Bella is heartbroken. Where did she go wrong?Things look bleak until a kind couple, the Roses, take Bella in. Her new life is filled with wonderful things like parks and snowballs, vanilla ice cream, and the National Geographic Channel. But as the weather turns cold again, the Roses start acting strangely and Bella wonders if she can really trust them. Do they actually love her, or is history about to repeat itself?And will Bella be able to find a true home in time for Christmas this year?
Bad Bunny
by Jonathan BentleyLaugh along with a very naughty bunny in this hilarious new picture book from Jonathan Bentley!Bad Bunny likes to play tricks, put spicy sauce on vegetables, and bathe in slime. But when a fox comes into the woods, can Bad Bunny save the day and use his mischief for good?With a laugh-out-loud rhyming text and bright, comic illustrations, this book is a can't-miss for the younger set. Perfect for fans of Pig the Pug and The Bad Seed!
Bad Dog
by Mike BoldtThe differences between cats and dogs have never been funnier! In this hilarious story from the illustrator of I Don't Want to Be a Frog, a little girl really, really wants a dog . . . but gets a cat instead!"Look what I got for my birthday! A pet dog!" says a little girl holding a . . . cat? Rocky doesn't listen or obey like all the other dogs. (Because Rocky is a cat.) And Rocky hates her leash and doesn't seem to like other dogs. (Probably because Rocky is a cat.) And rather than play fetch, Rocky prefers to . . . lick between her toes? Ew. Rocky is a bad "dog"! BUT Rocky doesn't bark, and is so cute when she sleeps in sunny spots. Maybe Rocky IS a good dog? (Or, you know, maybe Rocky is a cat.) Cat lovers and dog lovers alike will howl with laughter at this little girl's willful insistence that her cat is a dog. The hilarious ways in which cats and dogs are different are brilliantly illuminated with each turn of the page and will leave young readers and their grown-ups giggling.★ Winner: Missouri Building Block Picture Book Award, 2021★ Winner: North Carolina Children's Book Award, 2022★ Winner: Wyoming Library Association Buckaroo Award, 2021-22 ★ Winner: Ontario Library Association Forest of Reading Blue Spruce Award, 2021★ Winner: Sakura Medal, Japan, 2022★ Nominee: Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award, 2022
Bad Dog (I Like to Read)
by David McPhailBad dog! Tom the dog is being very bad…Can he redeem himself before Dad puts him out in the yard? Loveable rascal Tom the dog is being very bad. He breaks the TV. He chases Kit the cat. He pulls down the tablecloth. Luckily, when Kit goes missing, it takes someone with four legs and a powerful nose to find her. Forgiveness and love triumph in this charming, easy-to-read story of a family dog who is rarely on his best behavior but whose heart is always in the right place.An I Like to Read® book. Guided Reading Level C.The award-winning I Like to Read© series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators—including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors—create original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own!For readers who've mastered basic sight words, Level C books feature slightly longer sentences and a wider range of high-frequency words than Level B books. Level C books are suitable for mid-to-late kindergarten readers. When Level C is mastered, follow up with Level D.
Bad Dog and All That Hollywood Hoohah
by Martin ChattertonHe's the baddest dog in town. A 100% high-steppin', bone-crunchin', cat-chasin' pooch with one small problemo: he has three days to live. Three days left on Death Row at the City Pound for Unwanted Canines. Unless...Unless a big Hollywood agent drops by looking for The Next Big Doggy Thing to appear in a big new action movie.
Bad Dog and the Curse of the President's Knee
by Martin ChattertonBad Dog has three days left in the pound . . . until he's whisked away by the Secret Service. The most powerful man in the world needs a new faithful friend to fill the White House kennel. But as Bad Dog finds, there's more to the President than most people know...
Bad Dog and Those Crazy Martians
by Martin ChattertonBad Dog's back in the pound, on Death Row ... unless a Big Cheese from the Outer Space Exploration Agency just happens to need a supersonic spacehound to become the very first mutt on Mars. And they do!
Bad Dog, Marley!
by John Grogan Richard Cowdrey<p>Mommy, Daddy, Cassie, and Baby Louie welcome Marley, their new Labrador pup, into their family. But Marley doesn't stay a tiny puppy for long. He grows and grows, and the bigger Marley gets, the bigger trouble he gets into. Big, bad-boy trouble. Whether it's chewing Mommy's reading glasses or swallowing Daddy's paycheck, Marley is a dog like no other. He tries to be a good dog, honest he does, but everything he tries ends up bad. Then one day Marley goes too far. Will this family have to find a new home for their big, crazy, pure-hearted dog? <p>Inspired by John Grogan's bestselling memoir, Marley & Me, this heartwarming story shows that loving someone, flaws and all, can reap huge rewards.</p>