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The complex ecosystem of the Amazon covers an area about the size of the continental US. Approximately one of every four flowering plant species on earth resides in the Amazon. A single Amazonian river may contain more fish species than all the rivers in Europe combined. The rain forest, which contains approximately 390 billion trees, plays a vital role in stabilizing the global climate by absorbing massive amounts of carbon dioxide - or releasing it into the atmosphere if the trees are destroyed.

For fans of The Lost City of Z, Walking the Amazon, and Turn Right at Machu Picchu comes naturalist and explorer Paul Rosolie’s extraordinary adventure in the uncharted tributaries of the Western Amazon—a tale of discovery that vividly captures the awe, beauty, and isolation of this endangered land and presents an impassioned call to save it.

For fans of The Lost City of Z, Walking the Amazon, and Turn Right at Machu Picchu comes naturalist and explorer Paul Rosolie’s extraordinary adventure in the uncharted tributaries of the Western Amazon - a tale of discovery that vividly captures the awe, beauty, and isolation of this endangered land and presents an impassioned call to save it.

Dive into the fascinating world of big game hunting beyond the American frontier with this captivating second volume from the Boone and Crockett Club. American Big Game Hunting opened the door to the sport on U.S. soil, and now this collection features vivid sketches penned by club members who have ventured into the wilderness of far-off lands. Explore thrilling essays that take you from the savannas of East Africa to the majestic landscapes of the Gulf of Cortez, the rugged Canadian wilderness, the exotic terrains of India, and beyond. Discover the adrenaline of dog sledding in the North, the...

The Amazon Rainforest, often referred to as the "lungs of the world," is a vast and complex ecosystem that plays a crucial role in maintaining the Earth's ecological balance. Spanning across nine countries in South America, with the majority located in Brazil, this immense tropical rainforest is home to an unparalleled diversity of plant and animal species. Its importance extends far beyond its geographical boundaries, influencing global climate patterns and serving as a vital carbon sink. However, this natural wonder faces numerous threats that endanger its very existence and, by extension, ...

The Amazon Rainforest is an immersive journey into the world’s largest and most biodiverse rainforest. This book explores the Amazon’s breathtaking geography, its astonishing array of life, and the deep-rooted cultures that have flourished under its green canopy for millennia. Through vivid storytelling and accessible science, listeners discover the Amazon’s vital role in regulating the planet’s climate, its history of exploration and exploitation, and the urgent challenges it faces today—from deforestation and climate change to the fight for indigenous rights.

A dramatic tale of explorers of the 1930s racing to find and harvest a poisonous Amazon vine, and how their work plundered local tribes and spurred the invention of new medicines. In the fall of 1938, a young, frail American explorer set off down a river in the western Amazon in search of curare...

Do you want to know how to work an Amazon Echo? Do you want to know how to use the Amazon Dot? Do you want to know the ends and outs of Amazon Alexa? When you listen to Amazon Echo: Update Edition! - Complete Blueprint User Guide for Amazon Echo, Amazon Dot, Amazon Tap and Amazon Alexa, you will be ready to use your Amazon Echo! You will discover everything you need to know about Amazon Echo. This insightful guide will help you learn what you need to know about Amazon Echo.

This book provides a comprehensive guide to poultry farming for egg and meat production in Nigeria, covering the essential aspects of breed selection, farm establishment, feeding, egg management, health, and marketing. The focus on local consumption and adaptability to the Nigerian context will make this book a valuable resource for aspiring and existing poultry farmers in the country.

🎧 Conversations for The Amazon We Want is a podcast by the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) of the Science Panel for the Amazon (SPA), the first high-level science initiative dedicated to the Amazon. The SPA brings together over 300 scientists and knowledge holders to promote sustainable and equitable solutions. Through intergenerational dialogues, this podcast explores the personal stories, knowledge, and dreams of those working to conserve the Amazon.Learn more: https://www.sp-amazon.org/🌍 Language note: Episodes are recorded in English, Portuguese, or Spanish—depending on the speakers...

Hear a day in the life of the Amazonian rainforest, a continuous sequence of beautiful and exotic sounds. From dawn to dusk the magic of the forest unfolds, with rare birds, monkeys, insects, frogs and toads. There is an afternoon equatorial rainstorm and the evening chorus of birds once the storm has passed. The recordings have no spoken announcements, so the download can be used for relaxation and background sounds at home.

Do you love the Amazon Echo but are worried about possible security flaws? Are you concerned about identity theft? Then check out this audiobook.

The Amazon Echo Dot is a hands-free, voice-activated system that can perform many functions. Some of its most popular functions are the following: play music, respond to questions about the weather or news, set alarms, and remind you what is on your calendar. One of the most exciting features on this device is its ability to control smart features in your home.

An amazing journey into the heart of the Amazon Rainforest. Discover 30 trivia about this rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. From the mighty Amazon River to the lush canopy, enjoy in celebrating the wonders of the Amazon.

Der intelligente Lautsprecher Echo Dot ist bereits jetzt schon aus vielen deutschen Haushälten gar nicht mehr wegzudenken. Die vielfältigen Funktionen können viele Alexa Echo Einsteiger aber auch schnell überfordern. Deshalb werden die Funktionen in diesem Handbuch vom Alexa Experten Alexander Lechoba ausführlich erklärt.

Weil Echo nicht nur die Dienste des Herstellers, sondern auch jene von Drittanbietern nutzt, sind die Funktionen entsprechend umfangreich. Dieser riesige Funktionsumfang macht es für neue Echo-Besitzer aber natürlich besonders schwer sich in dieser Informationsflut zurecht zu finden. Deshalb werden die Funktionen in diesem Hörbuch vom Alexa Experten Alexander Lechoba detailliert erläutert . Dieser konnte schon in den letzten Jahren, zahlreichen Echo Nutzern mit seiner einzigartigen Expertise weiterhelfen.

Der smarte Wecker Alexa Spot bietet dem Besitzer dabei eine Vielzahl von Funktionen, die charakteristisch für die Geräte aus der Echo-Serie sind. Diese machen es möglich, die eigenen vier Wände zumindest bis zu einem gewissen Grad in ein Smart Home zu verwandeln. Viele Menschen die sich ein Echo Gerät gekauft haben, werden nach dem hören dieses Hörbuches völlig überrascht sein, wie viel Ihre neuerworbene Sprachassistenz tatsächlich kann. Das Hörbuch hilft Ihnen dabei am Puls der Zeit zu bleiben und zeigt Ihnen auf worauf es dabei wirklich ankommt.

Buying a new piece of technology is exhilarating, exciting, and has the potential to make your life much easier while opening new doors. But, new technology also requires us to learn a new system to manage. We may run into problems, glitches, and difficulties, but be unaware of how to fix them. This is true for everyone, both young and old. Yet, this is no reason to hold yourself back from making a change that will truly improve your life. All it takes is a simple voice command, and you can control these devices and more with your voice.

From New York City in the 1960s to the depths of the Amazon in the 1970s and '80s, this story of one woman's transformation from Brooklyn housewife to an accomplished scientist will captivate fans of Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Biruté Galdikas. High Moon Over the Amazon is a thrilling memoir of adventure, inspiration, and of falling in love with a species not so unlike our own.

This audiobook seeks to provide relevant information that can enable you to boost your shopping experience by utilizing Amazon Buttons. You may have heard about them or have some knowledge about them. This audiobook has a beginner's approach to introduce these great Amazon shopping gadgets in such a way that you can get maximum possible utility from their usage.