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Mark Everard

    WILDGuides: Britain's Freshwater Fishes
    Silver Bream
    Gudgeon
    Crucians (Carassius carassius)
    Seeking Sustainable Development on a Level Playing Field
    The Ecology of Everyday Things
    • Crucians (Carassius carassius)

      Biology, Ecology, Angling and Culture

      • 120 páginas
      • 5 horas de lectura

      Focusing on the crucian, a freshwater fish species gaining popularity in angling and conservation in Britain, this book offers an in-depth exploration of its biology, ecology, and cultural significance. It includes extensive information on angling techniques and conservation efforts, complemented by a rich bibliography and stunning color imagery, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts and scholars alike.

      Crucians (Carassius carassius)2025
    • Seeking Sustainable Development on a Level Playing Field

      A PVC Case Study

      • 138 páginas
      • 5 horas de lectura

      Focusing on the PVC value chain, the book explores how industry stakeholders have addressed challenges and advanced sustainable development through voluntary commitments. It serves as a resource for industry professionals, regulators, and NGOs, aiming to inform and influence broader media discussions on sustainability practices and initiatives.

      Seeking Sustainable Development on a Level Playing Field2023
    • This book is a celebration of the humble gudgeon, the angler's favourite 'tiddler'. Scientist, author and broadcaster Dr Mark Everard tells tales about the biology of the gudgeon, gudgeon fishing, and the diverse social quirks and values of this most popular of little fishes.

      Gudgeon2022
    • Silver Bream

      • 74 páginas
      • 3 horas de lectura

      This is the first ever book dedicated to the Silver Bream, a fish neglected by science. Mark Everard introduces the biology of the silver bream, angling for this fish, and its diverse social quirks and values.

      Silver Bream2022
    • The Ecology of Everyday Things

      • 178 páginas
      • 7 horas de lectura

      Exploring the ecological origins of everyday items, Dr. Mark Everard delves into the connections between nature and the products we use, from tea and clothing to literature and space exploration. He highlights the significance of often-overlooked organisms, such as germs and creatures like slugs and wasps, emphasizing their roles in our ecosystems. This engaging textbook offers a unique perspective on how our daily lives are intertwined with the natural world, revealing the importance of biodiversity in shaping our experiences.

      The Ecology of Everyday Things2020
      3,0
    • WILDGuides: Britain's Freshwater Fishes

      • 144 páginas
      • 6 horas de lectura

      Britain hosts a diversity of freshwater environments, from torrential hill streams and lowland rivers to lakes and reservoirs, ponds and canals, and ditches and estuaries. Britain's Freshwater Fishes covers more than 50 species of freshwater and brackish fish found in these waters. This beautifully illustrated guide features in-the-hand and in-the-water photographs throughout, and accessible and informative overviews of topics such as fish biology and life cycles. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, with information on status, size and weight, habitat, ecology, and conservation. The book also includes a glossary and suggestions for further reading.This easy-to-use field guide will be invaluable to anyone interested in Britain's freshwater fish life, from naturalists and academics to students and anglers. Covers all of Britain's freshwater fishes Features beautiful photos throughout Includes detailed information on more than 50 species, the places they inhabit, and their roles in Britain's ecosystems Attractively designed and easy to use

      WILDGuides: Britain's Freshwater Fishes2013