Bats of the United States and Canada

Bats of the United States and Canada
Author: Michael J. Harvey
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 219
Release: 2011-12-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1421403005

Honorable Mention, Popular Science, 2012 PROSE Awards, Professional and Scholarly Publishing Division of the Association of American Publishers The only mammals capable of true flight, bats are among the world’s most fascinating creatures. This accessible guide to the forty-seven species of bats found in the United States and Canada captures and explains the amazing diversity of these marvels of evolution. A wide variety of bat species live in the United States and Canada, ranging from the California leaf-nosed bat to the Florida bonneted bat, from the eastern small-footed bat to the northern long-eared bat. The authors provide an overview of bat classification, biology, feeding behavior, habitats, migration, and reproduction. They discuss the ever-increasing danger bats face from destruction of habitat, wind turbines, chemical toxicants, and devastating diseases like white-nose syndrome, which is killing millions of cave bats in North America. Illustrated species accounts include range maps and useful identification tips. Written by three of the world’s leading bat experts and featuring J. Scott Altenbach's stunning photographs, this fact-filled and easy-to-use book is the most comprehensive and up-to-date account of bats in the U.S. and Canada.

Bats of America

Bats of America
Author: Roger William Barbour
Publisher:
Total Pages: 286
Release: 1969
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780813111865

An illustrated study of the habits, habitats, and physical characteristics of the forty species of bats found in the United States

The Bats of Texas

The Bats of Texas
Author: David J. Schmidly
Publisher:
Total Pages: 224
Release: 1991
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

Texas, home to the world's largest remaining bat cave, Bracken Cave, has the most diverse bat fauna of any state.

The Bats of Europe & North America

The Bats of Europe & North America
Author: Wilfried Schober
Publisher: TFH Publications
Total Pages: 248
Release: 1997
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

An in-depth study of the bats of Europe and North America, covering everything from the animal's history of arousing fear and repulsion to their fascinating natural history and evolution, identification of species, and means of survival. More than 100 full-color photos.

The Secret Lives of Bats

The Secret Lives of Bats
Author: Merlin D. Tuttle
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 309
Release: 2015
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0544382277

"Tuttle's account forever changes the way we see these poorly understood yet fascinating cratures." -- page 4 of cover.

The Bat Book

The Bat Book
Author: Charlotte Milner
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2020-02-04
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0744022584

Go on an adventure in the shadows with award-winning author and illustrator Charlotte Milner. Discover why these mammals are essential to the world we live in, learn just how much they matter, why they are under threat, and what we can do to help. Bright, bold, and beautiful illustrations accompany fascinating fun facts about these furry flying mammals in this adorable kids' ebook. Did you know that there are two main groupings of bats, or that the bat is the only mammal that can fly? Children will be fascinated by the beautiful illustrations and learn plenty of bat facts on every page. From the way they fly, to how they communicate with each other, how bats hunt, and why they sleep upside-down, each of the world's 1,300 types of bat is unique and utterly fascinating. Bats are also incredibly important to the environment, from gobbling up pests to spreading seeds through the forests. They also pollinate over 500 different species of plants throughout the world, including fruits such as mangoes and bananas. A beautiful educational ebook with an important message. While learning about these elusive creatures, there are also fun activities for kids so they can learn how to support bats, including growing a bat-friendly garden to help them thrive. Bats make the world a better place, making this nature ebook for kids an essential tool in encouraging the protection of bats for generations to come. Following on from The Bee Book and The Sea Book, Charlotte Milner continues to highlight critical environmental issues faced by our planet. The Bat Book is perfect for teaching little animal-lovers all about these clever creatures who do so much for our world. Explore The Upside-Down World Of Bats! Discover how much they matter, why they are declining, and what we can do to help. This charming celebration of bats shows children just how extraordinary these animals are and is a reminder that it is up to us to care for our planet and its creatures. It's perfect for school projects about bats, mammals, ecology, or endangered animals. It also cleverly uses the subject to cover broader topics such as plant reproduction, ecosystems, and more. The Bat Book may be small, but it is mighty. Find out more about natures secret friends, like: - Where bats live - What bats look like - Why bats are important - Growing a bat-friendly garden - Myths about bats and much, much more! This delightful book is one of three children's books on conservation and includes The Sea Book and The Bee Book for your little ones to enjoy.

Bats at the Beach

Bats at the Beach
Author:
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2006
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780618557448

Quick, call out Tell all you can reach: the night is just perfect for bats at the beach So pack your buckets, banjos, and blankets don t forget the moon-tan lotion and wing with this bunch of fuzzy bats to where foamy sea and soft sand meet. Brian Lies s enchanting art and cheery beachside verse will inspire bedtime imaginations again and again. Come visit a bedazzling world of moonlight, firelight, and . . . bats "

A Place for Bats (Third Edition)

A Place for Bats (Third Edition)
Author: Melissa Stewart
Publisher: Holiday House
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-12-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1682637425

Did you know that almost a third of the world’s 1,300 species of bats are in serious trouble? The latest, updated eduition of a teacher and classroom favorite with two brand new illustrations and spotlights on vanishing species and how we can help. Perfect for budding scientists, environmentalists, and nature lovers. Chased from their caves and forests, sickened by cave-dwelling fungi, and swept from the skies by wind turbines, bats have no place to hide. And human actions often contribute to the problems. How can we help ensure that there will be a safe place for bats? In simple yet compelling language, acclaimed science writer Melissa Stewart showcases twelve types of North American bats, from the familiar little brown bat to the Mexican free-tailed bat. Her clear narrative shows the threats these bats face, and updated informative sidebars describe a variety of efforts to save them. In addition, remarkable full-color illustrations vividly and accurately depict bats within the ecosystems that support their survival. Range maps and additional bat facts are also included. This newly updated nonfiction picture book is part of a prize-winning series designed to inform young readers about a wide range of environmental issues and to present ways people can help protect animals and their natural habitats.

Bats

Bats
Author: Marianne Taylor
Publisher:
Total Pages: 403
Release: 2019
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1782405577

This extravagantly illustrated handbook features the work of famed nature photographer Merlin D. Tuttle and in-depth profiles of megabats and microbats.

Walker's Bats of the World

Walker's Bats of the World
Author: Ronald M. Nowak
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 298
Release: 1994-12
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780801849862

Valuable guide for general readers and an important reference for professionals.