Wild Life documents a nuanced understanding of the wild versus captive divide in species conservation. It also documents the emerging understanding that all forms of wild nature-both in situ (on-site) and ex situ (in captivity)-may need to be managed in perpetuity. Providing a unique window into the high-stakes world of nature conservation, Irus Braverman describes the heroic efforts by conservationists to save wild life. Yet in the shadows of such...

After being captured by men, Blue the Appaloosa grabs a chance at freedom and tries to find her way home.

"This title examines captive animal welfare past to present including zoos and marine parks. Legislation regulating the process is discussed as are opposing viewpoints and alternatives such as virtual reality parks. A timeline, glossary, index, and historic and color photos supplement easy-to-read text. An infographic shows how the reader can learn more and get involved"--Publisher's website

For avian enthusiasts, from armchair observers to dedicated life-listers, this brilliant book from acclaimed National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore celebrates the beauty of all birds, great and small. This elegantly packaged celebration of birds from around the world unites incredible animal portraits from Joel Sartore's distinguished National Geographic Photo Ark project with inspiring text by up-and-coming birder Noah Strycker. It includes...

Follows Juliette West, a fourteen-year-old from suburban California, and Lek Chailert, known throughout Asia as the famous "Elephant Lady," as they meet and work to save elephants and expose the dark secrets within industries steeped in greed and corruption.

Illustrates how zoos, wildlife parks, and aquariums reproduce the wild by designing realistic habitat exhibits for their plants and animals.