Land Animals

Listen and relive the exciting tales from Highlights, now on audio! Learn how the arctic squirrel survives the winter and about the warning signs and habits of porcupines, along with other stories about land animals.

He’d made mistakes...more than a few and probably didn’t deserve the second chance he’d been given. But he was going to do everything he could to prove himself worthy of it. Ray didn’t have a single doubt that a number of individuals were wondering where he’d disappeared to. With luck it would stay that way...but if it didn’t he probably wouldn’t be around to worry about it. Not even a week ago he’d arrived on the island with a windfall of money to his name but no where to go. Being given another chance was the last thing he expected when he arrived...or that it came from ...

Generations ago, the realms fell to fire. The Burn–the only means of destroying a lush land so manipulated by man that while its crops sated hunger, they poisoned the flesh. Now the wilderness slowly reseeds, hard lessons learned through starvation, displacement, and poverty. What remains for nature’s tinkerers? Pathway, the coveted distillation that enables the grafting of skin across species. The Sahls of the Sea Barrows meld spiral horns to their skulls, reptilian scale to their chests. They embed the razor teeth of sea-beasts in the bones of their forearms and replace the flesh on ...

Introducing "Exotic Pets," an enthralling eBook that will take you on a deep dive into the captivating world of invertebrate exotic pets! This comprehensive guide, with its 44 meticulously researched and intriguing chapters, will arm you with the crucial knowledge and tips you need to become an effective and responsible caretaker of these fascinating creatures. Get ready to explore and uncover the many secrets of these lesser-known pets, as you learn the ins and outs of their care and management! Giant tarantulas, mysterious tailless whip scorpions, nature's warriors – the praying ...

Why do maple and oak trees drop their leaves in the fall? What other animals share the forest with chipmunks, deer, and snakes? Hike through this book, and find out what makes temperate deciduous forests one of Earth’s treasures.

David R. Montgomery and Anne Bikle take us far beyond the well-worn adage to deliver a new truth: the roots of good health start on farms. What Your Food Ate marshals evidence from recent and forgotten science to illustrate how the health of the soil ripples through to that of crops, livestock, and ultimately us. Navigating discoveries and epiphanies about the world beneath our feet, they reveal why regenerative farming practices hold the key to healing sick soil and untapped potential for improving human health.

The four heroes of Erdas are fugitives on the run in this new chapter of the New York Times best-selling series!

Are you dreaming of a life more connected to the earth and its creatures? "Homestead Livestock 101" is your essential guide to turning that dream into a reality. With a focus on cultivating a sustainable lifestyle through the rearing of animals, this comprehensive eBook is your first step toward self-sufficiency and a deeper understanding of the land you steward. Through 19 detailed chapters, this essential tome will take you by the hand and lead you from the foundational considerations of starting your livestock journey to the intricate management and optimization of your burgeoning ...

Step into the revitalizing world of self-reliance and natural living with "Living off the Land," the definitive guide to transforming your homestead dream into a flourishing reality, one goat at a time. This enchanting volume isn't just a book; it's a comprehensive roadmap to forging a deep connection with nature through the art of dairy goat keeping. Embark on a lyrical journey with Chapter 1, where the soothing bleats of dairy goats beckon you to explore their world. Discover why these gentle creatures are more than just livestock; they're the key to unlocking the pastoral lifestyle ...

Do you know the new rules for profit in today's land and livestock game? Using successful grass farmers as examples, Allan explains how leasing land can add up to profits with lower risk than ownership, and can be a means for young people to get into grassland agriculture today. For more insight and analysis into land-based financial issues such as protecting yourself from falling real estate prices without selling your ranch, order Land, Livestock, & Life: A Grazier's Guide to Finance.

Following on from the events in A Zoo in My Luggage, The Whispering Land sees Gerald Durrell and his wife Jacquie travel to Argentina to collect animals for their newly established zoo. With rare insight and unique charm, Durrell pulls the listener into the tropical landscape of Patagonia, where he witnesses magical moments with penguins, seals and ocelots, and encounters a hilarious cast of characters, including a swearing parrot and a belching guanaco.

This is the strange story of a very special bear and his insane neighbors. It tells how Edward Teddy Bear came to build tree-houses for Mr. Sanders, who disappeared after an unfortunate accident. Experiencing the loss of his boss and landlord, Edward has a mental break-down, and takes on a new name - 'Winnie T. Pooh'. Don't ask what the 'T' stands for, don't ask what 'pooh-sticks' are for, and don't bother visiting the '100 Aker Wood' unless you have honey. Actually the trees were thinned thanks to developers who consider trees to be an insurance hazard; and so the once enormous Pooh Land ...

Dié bundel met klassieke verhale vir kleintjies is nou ook as luisterboek beskikbaar!'n Bundel van vyf-en-twintig stories vir kleintjies van so vier tot sewe jaar. Dit bevat klassieke feëverhale soos Wolf en die drie ottepotte, Jan en die boontjierank, Die skoenmaker en die kabouters, Drie rammetjies-rof, Doringrosie, Die lelike eendjie, Gouelokkies, Aspoesterjie, e.a. Daar is ook heerlike inheemse verhale soos O likkie, o lalie, Sipho en die ryprooi Amathungulu, Doederomandro, Die ploempserige, plompserige ding, e.a.

When he purchased four acres of land on Vashon Island, Kurt Timmermeister was only looking for an affordable home near the restaurants he ran in Seattle. But as he slowly settled into his new property, he became awakened to the connection between what he ate and where it came from: a hive of bees provided honey, a young cow could give fresh milk, an apple orchard allowed him to make vinegar.

Slagar the Fox is bent on revenge—and determined to bring death and destruction to Redwall. Gathering his evil band around him, Slagar plots to strike at the heart of the Abbey. His cunning and cowardly plan is to steal the Redwall children—and Mattimeo, Matthias's son, is to be the biggest prize of all.

Discover the quintessence of self-sufficient living with "Homestead Harmony," a comprehensive guide to transforming your dream of homesteading into a thriving reality. Whether you're a fledgling farmer or a seasoned steward of the land, this eBook offers invaluable wisdom to cultivate a harmonious homestead teeming with livestock. Embark on a journey that starts at the roots with "Getting Started with Homesteading Livestock," guiding you through setting clear goals, evaluating your land’s potential, and the art of sustainable living. Learn how to live in tune with nature's rhythm while ...

Snöfrid auf Mission im Tal der Riesen: Björns Großtante Betsy feiert runden Kauz-Geburtstag. Und natürlich begleitet Snöfrid seinen allerbesten Kumpel dorthin. Doch bei der Familiensause werden die drei Riesenkäuze vermisst. Sie reagieren einfach nicht auf Snöfrids Rufen. Als auch noch der Pott, ein wertvolles Ausstellungsstück aus der Riesen-Pott-Burg, verschwindet, ist schnell klar, dass wieder einmal ein handfestes Abenteuer auf Snöfrid wartet. Und das führt ihn in einen völlig unbekannten Winkel des Nordlands: in das Tal der Riesen. Dort gehen noch mehr höchst merkwürdige Dinge vor sich.

Two kittens have gone missing and it is up to Detective Midnight and his partner Ghost to find them. As soon as they close one case, they stumble upon a sinister plan to gain control of all Cat Land.

When Verduaga Greeneyes, king of the wildcats, becomes tyrant ruler over the creatures of Mossflower, the woodlanders begin a life of serfdom and cruelty. But then, one winter afternoon, a young mouse called Martin chances by the woods—bringing with him an indomitable spirit of adventure and will for freedom.

Following the natural cycle of the year, The Land of Maybe captures the essence of 'slow life' on the 18 remote, mysterious islands which make up the Faroes in the North Atlantic. Closer to the UK than Denmark, this fast disappearing world is home to a close-knit society where just 50,000 people share Viking roots and a language that is unlike any other in Scandinavia. We follow the arrival of the migratory birds, the over-wintering of the sheep and the way food is gathered and eaten in tune with the seasons.