Darwin doubted that chance alone could explain the variation among life forms - and cutting-edge research is proving him right. Nonrandom: The Secret Life of DNA Mutations challenges one of the most deeply held assumptions in evolutionary biology: that mutations are random events, equally likely to occur anywhere in the genome at any time. ......
From ancient Egypt and classical Greece to the twentieth-century development of primatology as a scientific field, we have always been fascinated by our closest animal relatives. This book offers an in-depth overview of primatology, taking the reader on a journey through the ages. Reaching back as far as the Carthaginian explorer Hanno and ......
Rewilding Glen Affric takes us on a long journey through one of the finest remnants of Scotland's once-mighty Caledonian Forest. This landmark volume is replete with evocative words and stunning photographs of the trees and the great diversity of other wildlife that make the forest their home. From the delicate twinflower to the talismanic ......
Wild Alps is a journey into the heart of these iconic mountains, telling the story of the region's remarkable flora and fauna, the complex ecosystems they form and the conservation efforts underway to protect them. Through engaging narratives, field trip descriptions and expert interviews, this attractive and approachable guide provides a rich ......
From the tropical rainforests of South America to the deciduous woodlands of the United Kingdom, bats live in highly complex social groups. Whether attracting a mate, forming bonds with their young or maintaining life-saving friendships, they exhibit a huge variety of fascinating social behaviour. Bats sometimes get a bad press. They have been ......
Assessing Risk, Managing Human-Wildlife Conflict and Responding to Life-Threatening Situations in Remote Locations
Dangerous Animals & Outdoor Hazards in Africa is a comprehensive guide to managing human-wildlife conflict and avoiding dangerous situations in remote areas. A thorough review of animal attacks in Africa demonstrates that the vast majority could have been prevented had the victims received basic awareness training. From the behavioural patterns ......
The History and Development of Public Participation in Science
This book charts the historical development of citizen science, from its earliest days with amateur individuals working on their own, to the modern incarnation which often sees large numbers of people cooperating on environmental or health projects. It will help project designers understand the heritage of citizen science, including the best way ......
Africa's surviving rhinos are under serious threat. Poaching for their horns, massive extermination by 'sports' hunters in the nineteenth and first half of the twentieth century, and progressive habitat loss have all driven black and white rhino close to the edge. This book considers human interactions with these magnificent and enigmatic animals ......
Invasion Biology, History, Genetics, Ecology and Management
Japanese Knotweed Reynoutria japonica is one of the world's most high-profile invasive plants. This authoritative and accessible book traces the species' global history, distribution and reproductive biology. The authors deliver a comprehensive overview of ecological and economic threats posed by knotweed and how these have influenced government ......
