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An authoritative, stunningly illustrated guide to every species of social wasp found in North America, Central America, and the CaribbeanSocial wasps like hornets and yellowjackets use the power of teamwork to build complex societies and architectural wonders, and though they comprise only a fraction of the thousands of species in North and Central America, they are almost solely responsible for giving wasps a bad reputation. This beautifully illustrated field guide covers all known species of social wasps from the high arctic of Greenland and Alaska to the tropical forests of Panama and Grenada. Ideal for beginners, experts, and everyone in-between, The Social Wasps of North America, Central America, and the Caribbean is the ultimate guide to these beneficial yet misunderstood insects. Features more than 900 full-color illustrations, more than 300 maps, and dozens of photosCovers more than 200 species, including dozens of regional color formsShows detailed face and body patterns of queens, males, and workersDetailed species accounts describe key identification features, size, nests, and habitatDiscusses everything from ecology, evolution, and taxonomy to anatomy, life cycle, behavior, nest architecture, conservation, and the critical roles wasps play in the environmentShares tips and tricks for identification and to avoiding painful stingsIncludes an extensive glossary and references

Humbug! leads to Homicide! in the new Grilled Cheese Mystery by Linda Reilly . . .Christmas in the close-knit community of Balsam Dell promises to be especially festive for Carly Hale this year when a prominent theater company comes to town to stage A Christmas Carol. But it turns out that Scrooge is not the most ill-tempered character in the production, as blowhard actor Prescott Lennon proves when he begins berating everyone else in the cast for their poor theatrics. When his arrogant behavior threatens the production, someone decides to resolve matters with a fatal solution-and frames Carly's friend Gina for the murder. With such an unlikable victim, Carly finds herself faced with a long list of suspects, including a grieving widow who hasn't shed a tear, an ambitious understudy looking for his big break, and all the cast members Lennon mistreated. But there's a ghost of a clue in the air as rumors begin to surface that the dead man had a shady past that may have come back to haunt him. With her friend still on the hook, Carly will have to sort out past misdeeds from those of the present, even as her pursuit of the killer scares the dickens out of her . . .Includes melt-in-your-mouth sandwich recipes!Praise for the Grilled Cheese Mysteries: "A complex mystery and yummy grilled cheese recipes. What's not to like?" -Kirkus Reviews"A delightful and determined heroine, idyllic small town, and buffet of worthy suspects make this hearty whodunnit an enticing start to a decidedly delectable new series!" -Bree Baker, author of the Seaside Café Mysteries"Masterful misdirection coupled with a pace that can't be beat, Linda Reilly has grilled up a winner for sure!" -J. C. Eaton, author of the Sophie Kimball Mysteries, the Wine Trail Mysteries, and the Marcie Rayner Mysteries"A well-crafted and fun start to a new series! Carly and her crew serve mouth-watering grilled cheese sandwiches while solving crime in a quaint Vermont town. Plenty of twists and turns to keep you turning the pages and guessing the killer to the very end." -Tina Kashian, author of the Kebab Kitchen Mysteries

This isn't only a book for 'horsey' types. Not in the least. It's for anyone who can appreciate life seasoned with occasional romance, seen through the the sardonic eyes of Willows Picasso, a black and white Gypsy Cob pony, whose two-leg I am. Picasso IS female, to be clear. I didn't choose her name, and as it's considered bad form to change it, I haven't. She never had rose-tinted specs, though they would have concealed her odd eyes. One is normal horsey-hued brown-ish, the other a disconcerting azure. There are no flies on her, (or rarely, as she can flick them off with her luxuriant black and white tail) and she tolerates the two-legged human race with smug disdain. As always, Picasso reflects balefully upon the feeble ineptitudes of her particular two-leg (still nursing distant memories of nerveless pony-mad teens) with whom she lives, in the Scottish Highlands In her second collection, Picasso allows glimpses into relationships with others of her kind, particularly White Eye, aka 'Ollie' (Bryn Heulog Popalong), with whom she has been destined to have unexpected reunions throughout a decade. Tragic love didn't end with 'Brief Encounter'...

Freshwater Mussels of Central America describes a fauna of global conservation concern and provides a framework for researchers to begin to test hypotheses regarding the evolution of freshwater mussels in Central America. The authors fill a gap in our knowledge of this endangered and largely endemic fauna.

Stunning photographs of coast, sea and wildlife by an award-winning natural history photographer. Discover the little-known and dramatic coastline of Caithness

A reissue of the classic and much-loved collection of 500 witty images of dogs by legendary Magnum photographer Elliott Erwitt

Tá cónaí ar phuifín beag ar Sceilg Mhichíl. Is breá léi a leaba teolaí faoi thalamh. Ach, tá eagla ar a cara, an puifín óg. 'Ní maith liom an dorchadas. Tá sé ródhorcha' An mbeidh ainmhithe an oileáin in ann iontas na hoíche a thaispeáint don phuifín óg?

Sharpen your claws and use the power of deduction to solve 75 feline felonies.From Dr Gareth Moore and Laura Jayne Ayres, Britain's leading puzzle-writing duo, comes Meowdle - a collection of 75 original cat-themed logic puzzles that promises to purr-plex and entertain amateur sleuths of all ages. This book is packed with a variety of engaging brainteasers, each inspired by the playful antics and cleverness of our feline friends.Perfect for cat lovers and puzzle enthusiasts alike, this book promises hours of fun and intrigue in the company of some of the craftiest cats around.

In this fascinating science book, a behavioral and bat ecologist reintroduces readers to bats, redeeming their historically bad reputation. These woefully misunderstood creatures dwell in darkness, inspire fear, and threaten danger. They’ve been viewed as the pawns of evil deities and taken the undeserved blame for the spread of deadly viruses. The Weird and Wonderful World of Bats provides a fresh introduction to these curious flying mammals, explaining how they experience the world through unique senses, where and how they fly, the origins of their complex relationships with humans, and how we can learn from them—not only to coexist, but potentially grow healthier and wiser together.  Over 180 personality-filled photographs showcase the rich diversity of bats from all over the world.