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Beneficial wild animals of the United States
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Sep 24 2024
Pages: 150
Weight: 0.46
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Beneficial Wild Animals of the United States delves into the fascinating lives of the animals that quietly contribute to our ecosystem's health and ultimately, our own well-being. This captivating exploration takes you beyond the common perception of wild animals, revealing their surprising roles in:
Maintaining ecological balance: From the engineering feats of beavers to the pest control prowess of bats and ladybugs, learn how these creatures shape our environment for the better.
Boosting agriculture: Discover the unsung heroes of pollination, like bumblebees and hummingbirds, and uncover the economic impact of beneficial predators like praying mantises and garter snakes.
Safeguarding human health: Explore the surprising connections between the health of our ecosystems and the well-being of our communities, from the disease-preventing vultures to the tick-controlling opossums.
This book will enlighten you about the often-overlooked importance of these animals, covering a diverse range including:
American Beavers
Bats
Bumblebees
Earthworms
Garter Snakes
Hawks & Owls
Ladybugs
Praying Mantises
Salamanders
Spiders
Toads & Frogs
Turtles
Vultures
Woodpeckers
Desert Bats
American Alligators
Salmon
Prairie Dogs
Fireflies
Gray Wolves
Opossums
Coyotes
Sea Otters
Hummingbirds
Barn Owls
Filled with fascinating facts and insights, Beneficial Wild Animals of the United States is a must-read for nature lovers, gardeners, and anyone interested in the interconnectedness of life on Earth.
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