New Titles

1) Castelló, José R.. Canids of the World: Wolves, Wild Dogs, Foxes, Jackals, Coyotes, and Their Relatives. 2018. Princeton University Press. Paperback: 331 pages. Price: $29.95 U.S.
PUBLISHER'S SUMMARY: This stunningly illustrated and easy-to-use field guide covers every species of the world’s canids, from the Gray Wolf of North America to the dholes of Asia, from African jackals to the South American Bush Dog. It features more than 150 superb color plates depicting every kind of canid and detailed facing-page species accounts that describe key identification features, morphology, distribution, subspeciation, habitat, and conservation status in the wild. The book also includes distribution maps and tips on where to observe each species, making Canids of the World the most comprehensive and user-friendly guide to these intriguing and spectacular mammals.

• Covers every species and subspecies of canid
• Features more than 150 color plates with more than 600 photos from around the globe
• Depicts species in similar poses for quick and easy comparisons
• Describes key identification features, habitat, behavior, reproduction, and much more
• Draws on the latest taxonomic research
• Includes distribution maps and tips on where to observe each species
• The ideal field companion and a delight for armchair naturalists

 RECOMMENDATION: A MUST have for all wild canid fans!

2) Morrison, Michael L. et al. (editors). Ornithology: Foundation, Analysis, and Application. 2018. Johns Hopkins University Press. Hardbound: 1004 pages. Price: $110.00 U.S.
PUBLISHER'S SUMMARY: Aves, the birds, is the wildlife group that people most frequently encounter. With over 10,000 species worldwide, these animals are part of our everyday experience. They are also the focus of intense research, and their management and conservation is a subject of considerable effort throughout the world. But what are the defining attributes that make a bird a bird?
     Aimed at undergraduate and graduate students, Ornithology provides a solid modern foundation for understanding the life and development of birds. Written by renowned experts from around the globe, this comprehensive textbook draws on the latest research to create an innovative learning experience. Moving beyond bones, muscle, and feathers, it provides the core information needed to "build" the bird, linking anatomy and physiology with ecology and behavior.
     As it reviews the major orders of birds, the book highlights their wide diversity and critically evaluates ornithological concepts and theories. Incorporating brief biographies of leaders in the field, the text describes their contributions in the context of key historical events in bird science. Each chapter ends with a summary of the material covered, a discussion of potential management and conservation applications, and suggested study questions that will stimulate thought and discussion.
RECOMMENDATION: The best college textbook on ornithology that's currently available.