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In Australia, Means searches for the fiercey, reputed to be the world's deadliest terrestrial snake. In Mexico, he stalks the rattlesnake that might have served as the model for the mythical plumed serpent of Mayan art. In Florida, he is chased by cottonmouth moccasins.

Through his experiences, Means hopes that readers will gain a new appreciation for animals called herps, or creepy-crawly things.]]> 1398486 4.00 5 1 2008 2309178 1561643610 9781561643615 0 <![CDATA[Florida Magnificent Wilderness: State Lands, Parks, And Natural Areas]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-111x148.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-60x80.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2309178.Florida_Magnificent_Wilderness_State_Lands_Parks_And_Natural_Areas 0.0 0 Florida Magnificent Wilderness is a special visual journey through some of the most precious wild areas in the state, presenting the breathtaking beauty preserved in state lands, parks, and natural areas.

World-famous nature photographer James Valentine has used his camera to record environmental art images of the stateÂ's remote wilderness places, spectacular sites too often missed by FloridaÂ's visitors and residents. Valentine also offers his poetic interpretations of the meaning of his images.

Dr. D. Bruce Means, founder and president of the Coastal Plains Institute and Land Conservancy, has written the main text, "FloridaÂ's Rich Biodiversity." The book is divided into six sections, covering the wildlife and natural ecosystems of Florida, with the introduction to each written by a highly respected Florida writer and conservationist, including Al Burt, Manley Fuller, Steve Gatewood, D. Bruce Means, Victoria Tschinkel, and Bernie Yokel.

]]> 453725 3.97 36 6 1398486 4.00 5 1 2006 6436628 1561643092 9781561643097 0 <![CDATA[Priceless Florida: Natural Ecosystems and Native Species]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-111x148.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-60x80.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6436628-priceless-florida 0.0 0 The authors enlighten us on every kind of natural area found within the Sunshine State. Imagine yourself trekking into a hammock, slogging through a swamp, floating down a river, strolling along a beach, hovering over a coral reef, or probing the depths of an underwater cave. You’ll discover how everything from soils, rocks, water, and landforms shape flora and fauna—and vice versa. You’ll also learn how the survival of some of the world’s most endangered species and ecosystems hinges on our actions. Much of Florida has been bought and sold many times over, but this book makes clear how its value truly has no pricetag.

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