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Economy and Ecology of Heathlands
heathland ecology and management
- Author: W. Herbert Diemont, Wim J.M. Heijman, Henk Siepel & Nigel R. Webb
- Price: € 59,95
- Forthcoming in June 2013
- Heathlands in Europe reflect a long history of human activity and use. Through the ages they have been of importance as (semi)agricultural areas, hunting territories and various other uses of mankind. This diversity of use has created a cultural diversity all over Europe. The newest insights in heathland ecology and management. All about the economic future of these ecosystems...
Calcareous mires of Slovakia - Ecological Restoration - Peatland
Landscape setting, management and restoration prospects
- Author: Ab Grootjans, André Jansen, Viera Sefferová Stanová
- Price: € 49,95
- NEW!
- Slovakia has a great wealth of wet nature, sources, streams as well as low-and high moors. 'Calcareous mires of Slovakia' presents a number of these areas. Each chapter describes a specific area in detail and gives extra information about geomorphology, ecohydrology, vegetation and land use.
The Nature Guide to Eastern Rhodopes - Greece and Bulgaria
Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers, Herman Dierickx, Alex Tabak en Albert Vliegenthart
- Price: € 25,95
- NEW!
- The Eastern Rhodopes lie on the border of Greece and Bulgaria. Both sides boast a splendid, authentic and little visited landscape with a rich flora and fauna.
The Nature Guide to Northeast Poland
Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers en Bouke ten Cate
- Price: € 25,95
- NEW!
- The Biebrza marshes in North-east Poland are well known as the most pristine lowland river ecosystem. Likewise, Bialowieza National Park is famous for being the last primeval lowland forest left in Europe.
The Nature Guide to the Extremadura - Spain - Birdwatching
Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers
- Price: € 24,95
- Available again!
- The wealth of birds and the splendid scenery has given Extremadura the status of a natural paradise. The rugged mountains, steppes and Mediterranean woodlands of this once unknown backwater in South-west Spain, are now one of the most appreciated destinations for wildlife enthusiasts. With this guide you'll discover why.
Veldgids Sprinkhanen en Krekels - eBook
A Field Guide to Grasshoppers and Crickets
- Author: Roy Kleukers, Rene Krekels
- Price: € 19,99
- NEW! eBook
- Introduces 65 species of Northwestern Europe. Includes detailed species information and introductory material on biology and ecology.
Aquatic Oligochaeta of the Netherlands and Belgium - Identification key for bristle worms - Water Quality Management
Freshwater and brackish water oligochaetes - ecology - taxonomy
- Author: Ton van Haaren en Jan Soors
- Price: € 195,-
- NEW!
- A comprehensive overview of aquatic oligochaetes, 136 species, focusing on morphology, collecting and preservation, identification, and ecology. Offering a new, practical key for identification to species level which mainly uses characteristics that are easy to observe, supported by clear photographs and schematic drawings. A unique book and an invaluable tool for aquatic ecologists and water quality management.
Veldgids Amfibieën en reptielen - eBook
Field Guide to the Reptiles and Amphibians of Europe
- Author: Ton Stumpel, Henk Strijbosch
- Price: € 19,99
- NEW! eBook
- Photo guide to the reptiles and amphibians of Europe.
The Nature Guide to the Andalusian Sierras - Spain
From Malaga to Gibraltar - Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers
- Price: € 24,95
- The mountains of western Andalusia host a flora that ranks among the richest of entire Europe. It is also the land of the Iberian ibex, the griffon vulture and a twice-a-year tidal wave of migratory birds flying back and forth between Europe and Africa. With this guidebook, you can explore and enjoy these superb nature parks to the fullest.
The Nature Guide to the Camargue - France
Camargue, La Crau and Les Alpilles - Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers
- Price: € 24,95
- Some areas just seem to have it all and the Camargue region in France is among those fortunate ones. Just far enough south the Camargue already displays some of the best that Mediterranean nature has to offer. Camargue, La Crau and Les Alpilles: combine the three areas and you have a region of incredible diversity. All you have to do is step outside and witness it.
The Nature Guide to the Coto Doñana - Spain - Birdwatching
and surrounding coastal lowlands - Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers
- Price: € 19,95
- The Coto Doñana is famous for its exotic and colourful flamingos, bee-eaters, purple gallinules, vultures, ibises, eagles, and so on, which flock in by the tens of thousands. Remnant populations of extremely rare animals, such as the Iberian lynx and Spanish imperial eagle further contribute to the Doñana's immeasurable natural value. The visitors to the area await a unique experience.
Veldgids Europese Zoogdieren
Field Guide to the Mammals of Europe
- Author: Peter Twisk, Annemarie van Diepenbeek en Jan Piet Bekker
- Price: € 32,95
- A complete up-to-date practical guide covering more than 200 European species.
Walvissen kijken in Europa
The best Whale Watching Spots - Observation Tips - Wildlife Photography
- Author: Martijn de Jonge
- Price: € 22,95
- NEW!
- A Nature Guide to Whale Watching in Europe. Backgroundinformation about 40 species. The best locations and observation tips. Wildlife Photography. Dutch language.
Zakgids vogels van Nederland
The Birdwatcher's Pocket Guide to the Netherlands
- Author: Luc Hoogenstein, Ger Meesters, Jip Louwe Kooijmans
- Price: € 12,95
- This is the first compact and concise guide to nearly 300 species of birds that live in or regularly visit the Netherlands.
Veldgids Libellen
Field Guide to the Dragonflies of Northern and Middle Europe
- Author: Frank Bos, Marcel Wasscher, Weia Reinboud
- Price: € 29,95
- This beautifully illustrated field guide covers all 96 dragonfly species in Northern and Middle Europe.
Fotogids Larvenhuidjes van Libellen
Photo Guide to Dragonfly Exuviae
- Author: Christophe Brochard, Dick Groenendijk, Ewoud van der Ploeg, Tim Termaat
- Price: € 49,95
- NEW!
- In the spring you sometimes can find them at the waterfront: empty covers in the form of an insect. From these exuviae dragonflies have just emerged after years of underwater existence as larvae. These exuviae do tell you a lot about the prevalence of dragonflies, and hence the ecology of the area.
De Nederlandse bijen - Dutch Fauna volume 11
The bees of the Netherlands
- Author: Theo M.J. Peeters e.a.
- Price: € 49,95
- NEW!
- This book introduces all species of Dutch bees.
Veldgids amfibieën en reptielen
Field Guide to the Reptiles and Amphibians of Europe
- Author: Ton Stumpel, Henk Strijbosch
- Price: € 34,95
- Photo guide to the reptiles and amphibians of Europe.
Veldgids Roofvogels
Field Guide to the Birds of Prey of Europe, North-Africa and the Middle East
- Author: Benny Gènsbøl
- Price: € 39,95
- This field guide describes all birds of prey of Europe, North-Africa and the Middle East.
Veldgids Plantengemeenschappen - Vegetation Science
Field Guide to the Plant Communities of the Netherlands
- Author: Joop Schaminée, Karle Sýkora, Nina Smits, Marcel Horsthuis
- Price: € 39,95
- The first and complete up-to-date practical guide covering all plant communities of the Netherlands.
Veldgids Water- en oeverplanten - Aquatic Ecology
Field Guide to Common Aquatic Plants of the Netherlands
- Author: Roelf Pot
- Price: € 34,95
- This field guide contains a new set of keys based on the most obvious field characteristics and not requiring detailed knowledge of the plants and flowers.
The Reed Warblers - Behavioural Ecology - Ornithology
Diversity in a uniform bird family
- Author: Bernd Leisler, Karl Schulze-Hagen
- Price: € 69,95
- BB/BTO Best Bird Book 2012
- What an extraordinarily diverse group of birds! This magnificent book provides a panoramic yet penetrating overview of the reed warblers’ intriguing. A fascinating read for bird watchers and bird researchers alike. British Birds Magazine and the British Trust for Ornithology awarded The Reed Warblers as the BB/BTO Best Bird Book of the Year 2012.
Living on the edge - Bird migration - European birds
Wetlands and birds in a changing Sahel
- Author: Leo Zwarts, Rob Bijlsma, Jan van der Kamp, Eddy Wymenga
- Price: € 64,95
- BB/BTO Best Bird Book 2010
- 'This book provides a step-change in our knowledge of Sahel migrants. A fascinating read for those who want to know more about European birds in the Sahel zone than they can find in European bird journals.' British Birds
The Nature Guide to the Loire Valley - France
Brenne and Sologne - Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers, Tony Williams
- Price: € 24,95
- The Loire Valley region in central France includes three large natural areas which form a prime destination for wildlife enthusiasts. The best-known feature of the region are the thousands of reed-fringed lakes with their wealth of birds. The mosaic of lowery meadows, hedgerows, heathlands and old oak woodlands support an incredible flora and fauna.
Nieuwe Veldgids Dagvlinders
Field Guide to the Butterflies of Northwestern Europe
- Author: Irma Wynhoff, Chris van Swaay, Kars Veling, Albert Vliegenthart
- Price: € 34,95
- Covering almost 150 species, this is the most comprehensive butterfly guide for Northwestern Europe.
De Nederlandse biodiversiteit - Dutch Flora and Fauna volume 10 - Biodiversity
The Biodiversity of the Netherlands
- Author: J. Noordijk, A.J. van Loon, R.M.J.C. Kleukers, E.J. van Nieukerken
- Price: € 49,95
- Volume 10 in the the series 'Nederlandse Fauna' (Dutch Fauna) presents an overview of the current biodiversity in the Netherlands. Focuses on all species groups: plants, animals, fungi and protozoa.
Dagvlinders van Europa - Field Guide butterflies
The Butterflies of Europe
- Author: Tristan Lafranchis
- Price: € 24,95
- Price permanently reduced: € 24,95 instead of € 39,95
- Describes all European species of butterflies, including species of the isles of Madeira and Cyprus.
Fotogids Korstmossen
Photo Guide to the Lichens of the Netherlands
- Author: Arie van den Bremer, Leo Spier
- Price: € 19,95
- Photo Guide to the Lichens of the Netherlands. All 127 species found in the Netherlands are covered in this field guide.
Fotogids Mossen
Photo Guide to the Mosses of the Netherlands and Belgium
- Author: Klaas van Dort, Chris Buter
- Price: € 29,95
- Special price € 29,95 (normal price € 49,95)
- Photo Guide to the Mosses of the Netherlands and Belgium. All 600 species found in the Netherlands and Belgium are covered in this field guide.
The pursuit of complexity - Evolution and biodiversity
The utility of biodiversity in evolutionary perspective
- Author: Gerard Jagers op Akkerhuis
- Price: € 14,95
- NEW!
- What use is biodiversity, and does it matter if species die out? These controversial questions arouse considerable debate. Most people believe they represent a moral dilemma, but The Pursuit of Complexity shows that it is possible to explore them in a scientific way.
Hoverflies of the Northwest Europe - Identification keys to the Syrphidae
dichotomous keys - 500 species - richly illustrated
- Author: Mark P. van Veen
- Price: € 47,95
- Hoverflies are beautiful insects that can be found in every garden. This book identifies the hoverflies of Northwest Europe and incorporates recent knowledge about 500 species - nearly twothirds of the known European syrphid fauna.
The European families of the Diptera - True flies of Europe - Identification key
Identification - diagnosis - biology
- Author: Pjotr Oosterbroek
- Price: € 59,95
- Presents an identification key and family descriptions of all 132 families of Diptera (midges, mosquitoes, gnats, true flies) occurring in Europe.
The Nature Guide to Finnish Lapland - Finland
and Kuusamo area - Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers
- Price: € 24,95
- Finnish Lapland is one of the last great wildernesses of Europe. Huge expanses of silent coniferous forests, impenetrable bogs and vast open fells compris the awe-inspiring landscape of Lapland. It is a paradise for hikers and adventurers who wish to experience nature in the raw.
Identification keys to the Microlepidoptera of the Netherlands
1427 species - identification, diagnosis and biology
- Author: Joop H. Kuchlein, Leo E.J. Bot
- Price: € 59,95
- This book provides identification keys to the Dutch smaller Lepidoptera, thus making an attempt to meet this difficulty at least for The Netherlands and as far as the adults are concerned.
Chironomidae Larvae - part 3 - Aquatic Orthocladiinae - Water Quality Management
Biology and Ecology of the Aquatic Orthocladiinae
- Author: Henk Moller Pilot
- Price: € 89,95
- Forthcoming in July 2013
- An invaluable tool for aquatic ecologists and water quality management. Chironomids are a group of non-biting midges, the larvae of which are important in aquatic ecosystems. The subfamily Orthocladiinae is well represented in flowing water. This books contains information about their life cycle, feeding behaviour and their response to environmental factors. Presents a wealth of information for scientific and practical purpose.
Chironomidae Larvae - part 2 - Chironomini - Water Quality Management
Biology and ecology of the Chironomini
- Author: Henk Moller Pillot
- Price: € 79,95
- An invaluable tool for aquatic ecologists and water quality management. Covers the most important tribes Chironomini and Pseudochironomini and presents a wealth of information for professionals for scientific and practical purpose.
Chironomidae Larvae - part 1 - Identification key for Tanypodinae - Water Quality Management
General ecology and Tanypodinae
- Author: Henk Vallenduuk, Henk Moller Pillot
- Price: € 79,95
- Chironomids are a group of non-biting midges, the larvae of which are important in aquatic ecosystems. The authors revised existing identification keys and collected additional information on the biology and ecology of the larvae. Where possible, the identification keys use anatomical characters that are easily observed. An invaluable tool for aquatic ecologists and water quality management.
Drawn after nature - Botanical history - Carolus Clusius
The Complete Botanical Watercolours of the 16th-century Libri Picturati
- Author: Jan de Koning, Gerda van Uffelen, Alicja Zemanek
- Price: € 49,95
- Presents a vivid and complete picture of a unique historical collection of botanical watercolours.
Les ailes du Sahel - Oiseaux migration - Afrique
Zones humides et oiseaux migrateurs dans un environnement en mutation
- Author: Leo Zwartes, Rob G. Bijlsma, Jan van der Kamp, Eddy Wymenga
- Price: € 64,95
- NEW! French edition of 'Living on the edge'
- Entre 1970 et 2005, pas moins de 59% des migrateurs transsahariens, soit 75 espèc es d’oiseau sur 127, ont subi un déclin. Les espèces qui hivernent dans les savanes et les zones humides sahéliennes sont celles qui ont le plus souffert. La zone sahélo-soudanienne est sans aucun doute une zone trouble: cet ouvrage nous explique pourquoi.
European Flora of the Desmid Genera - part 2 - Desmidiaceae - Staurastrum and Staurodesmus - Identification key
morphology - ecology and distribution - taxonomy
- Author: Peter F.M. Coesél en Koos Meesters
- Price: € 99,50
- Forthcoming in July 2013
- This flora represents the European species of het desmid genera Staurastrum and Staurodesmus. Contains reliable identification keys and general information on the morphology, taxonomy, ecology and geographical distribution. An invaluable tool for aquatic ecologists and water quality management.
Desmids of The Lowlands - Mesotaeniaceae and Desmidiaceae - Identification key
morphology - ecology and distribution - taxonomy
- Author: Peter F.M. Coesél, Koos Meesters
- Price: € 89,95
- This flora represents all desmid taxa known from the Netherlands and adjacent lowland areas: morphology, ecology and taxonomy. Covers more than 500 species and more than 150 additional varieties. An invaluable tool for aquatic ecologists and water quality management.
Flora of the blue green algae of the Netherlands - Phytoplankton - Identification key - Water Quality Management
The non-filamentous species of inland waters
- Author: Ton A.M. Joosten
- Price: € 89,95
- An important flora for the identification of non-filamentous blue-green algae - 95 species - not only in The Netherlands but also in the whole temperate-zone of the Northern hemisphere. 'A first class study with many new data and extraordinary useful for taxonomists, aquatic ecologists and water quality management.'
Veldgids Flora en fauna van de zee
Field Guide to the Coastal Waters of the North Sea
- Author: Rob Leewis
- Price: € 34,95
- This colourful field guide covers nearly 240 common species that are easy to identify, like seaweeds, sponges, jellyfish, crabs, sea spiders, sea slugs, starfish, and sea squirts.
Biological Globalisation - Invasive species
Impact on nature, the economy and public health
- Author: W. van der Weijden, R. Leewis en P. Bol
- Price: € 49,95
- An informative overview of all aspects of bioglobalisation. About the impacts on the environment and on our economy, and how bio-invasions, invasive species, are threatening human lives worldwide.
De dagvlinders van Nederland - Dutch Fauna volume 7 - Lepidoptera
The Butterflies of the Netherlands
- Author: Frank Bos, Marja Bosveld, Dick Groenendijk
- Price: € 49,95
- Describes the current distribution of all 106 butterfly species known in the Netherlands and draws comparisons with previous distribution data.
De Nederlandse loopkevers - Dutch Fauna volume 3 - Carabidae
The Ground beetles of the Netherlands
- Author: Hans Turin
- Price: € 49,95
- Over 400 species of ground beetles are found in the Netherlands, varying in size from several millimetres to 4 centimetres.
Shorebirds - Bird migration - Coastal wetlands
An illustrated behavioural ecology
- Author: Theunis Piersma, Bruno Ens, Leo Zwarts
- Price: € 49,95
- BB/BTO SECOND BEST BIRD BOOK 2004
- Shorebirds are the most visible inhabitants of coastal wetlands worldwide. Many undertake spectacularly long flights between their wintering and breeding grounds, embodying the miracle of long-distance migration.
The Nature Guide to the Spanish Pyrenees - Spain
and steppes of Huesca - Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers, Kees Woutersen
- Price: € 24,95
- Huesca (Spain) is the northern, and most diverse, of Aragon’s three provinces. It covers both the wild High Pyrenees, their wooded foothills and the steppes in the basin of the Ebro. There are few areas in Europe with such a diversity of landscapes and of flora and fauna. This guidebook shows you the best sites and reveals their flora and fauna.
Inland drift sand landscapes of Northwest Europe
Origin and history; relief, forest and soil development; dynamics and management
- Editing: Josef Fanta, Henk Siepel
- Price: € 59,95
- In this book you will find different views on drift sand landscapes of Northwest Europe: the processes, origin, conservation and restoration of this very special but harsh biotope. Next to the relationship with man, ecology is highlighted starting from restraint to restoration of these extraordinary landscapes with their characteristic biodiversity for future generations.
De amfibieën en reptielen van Nederland - Dutch Fauna volume 9
The Amphibians and Reptiles of the Netherlands
- Author: Raymond Creemers, Jeroen van Delft
- Price: € 49,95
- This book introduces you to all species of amphibians and reptiles to be found in the Netherlands.
De Nederlandse zweefvliegen - Dutch Fauna volume 8 - Syrphidae
The Hoverflies of the Netherlands
- Author: Menno Reemer, Willem Renema, Wouter van Steenis, Theo Zeegers, John Smit
- Price: € 49,95
- Authoritative book on Dutch hoverflies.
Grasslands in Europe of high nature value - Biodiversity of grasslands
ecology - history - ecological restoration
- Author: Peter Veen e.a.
- Price: € 69,95
- A tribute to an essential part of our natural and cultural environment. 24 European cases studies written by international grassland experts. Thematic chapters provide essential background information on grassland fauna, the history of agriculture, grassland communities, the relationship between grasslands and climate and opportunities to conserve these grasslands of high nature value.
The Nature Guide to the Cévennes - France
and Grands Causses - Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers
- Price: € 25,95
- The Cévennes National Park, together with its twin the Parc Naturel des Grands Causses, are among the richest natural areas in France. Against a stunning background of steep cliffs, extensive forests and open, steppe-like plateaux, the visitor can discover an exceptional wealth of flora and fauna.
The Nature Guide to the Hortobágy - Hungary - Birdwatching
and Tisza river floodplain - Crossbill Guide
- Author: Dirk Hilbers
- Price: € 21,95
- The Hortobágy, the largest of the Hungarian Pusztas, is an immense plain with steppes and shallow marshlands, laced with forested river valleys. It is a birdwatcher’s hotspot, with impressive numbers of water birds and several species typical of the eastern European steppe. In autumn, tens of thousands of cranes flock together, creating what must be one of Europe’s top avian spectacles. But the Hortobágy is much more than a bird oasis alone...
Landscape ecology in the Dutch context
landscape, town and infrastructure
- Author: Taeke M. de Jong, Roel Posthoorn, J.N.M. Dekker
- Price: € 69,95
- This book is the result of three symposia of the Dutch Society for Landscape Ecology and presents important information about landscape ecology in the Dutch context.