Montgomery, Sy

"A naturalist and adventurer discusses the personalities and quirks of thirteen animals who have profoundly affected her, exploring themes of learning to become empathetic, creating families, coping with loss, and the otherness and sameness of people and animals"--OCLC.

Discusses the work of Bob Mason and his efforts to study and protect snakes, particularly red-sided garter snakes.

"A naturalist and adventurer discusses the personalities and quirks of thirteen animals who have profoundly affected her, exploring themes of learning to become empathetic, creating families, coping with loss, and the otherness and sameness of people and animals"--OCLC.

" . . . sets the record straight about one of history's most hated and misunderstood mammals, while featuring the groundbreaking, pioneering research of a female scientist in a predominately male field . . . As a scientist studying one of the only mammalian societies led entirely by females, zoologist Kay Holecamp has made it her life's work to understand hyenas, the fascinating, complex creatures that are playful, social, and highly intelligent--almost nothing like the mangy monsters of pop culture lore"--.

Discusses the history and culture surrounding the tigers of Sundarbans.

"Explores the emotional and physical world of the octopus--a surprisingly complex, intelligent, and spirited creature--and the remarkable connections it makes with humans... Reveals what octopuses can teach us about consciousness and the meeting of two very different minds"--Provided by publisher.

"Part science, part carnival--this winding adventure down the Amazon River ... explores how tiny fish, called piabas, can help preserve not only the rainforest and it's often misunderstood inhabitants, but the fate of our entire environment."--.

Discusses the work of Patricia Medici and her efforts to study and protect Tapirs in Brazil.

Laurie Marker's "maverick approach to conservation is . . . turning heads. She's using dogs to save cats and convincing farmers that killing predators doesn't protect livestock.".