Unit 6: Ecological Interactions
Habitats and Ecosystems is a state-by-state compilation of selected places that are of ecological and preservational significance. It, too, is unique in amalgamating information and providing a brief overview of many important sites within each state.
Presents a short study of the various types of wetlands including bogs, fens, marshes, and swamps, where they are located, plants and wildlife, endangered animals, and efforts to protect it.
Explores the vital importance of ocean ecosystems and resources and focuses on how fishing, dumping, oil spills, and other human influences endanger the marine environment.
Presents an introduction to the Gobi Desert and its unique ecosystem.
Describes the topography, climate, plant and animal life, unique geographical features, human cultures, and the problems facing the Kalahari Desert.
Describes aquatic biomes, focusing on life in rivers and streams, and explains the effect of pollution on these biotic communities and on the lives of people everywhere.
Discusses the lake and pond biomes and how each is affected by the environment and people.
Discusses the wetland biome and how it is affected by the environment and people.
Describes the physical features of the ocean biome, as well as ocean life, human use, and conservation efforts.
Describes the physical characteristics of seashores, with a focus on North America, and discusses the various plants and animals that inhabit this biome as well as the effects of human use.
Describes the climate, seasons, plants, animals, and soil of the boreal forest, a biome or land zone, which stretches across the northern parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.
In nine volumes, explores each of the earth's major ecological regions, defining important features, animals, and environmental issues. 1. The Polar regions -- v. 2. Deserts -- v. 3. Oceans -- v. 4. Wetlands -- v. 5. Mountains -- v. 6. Temperate forests -- v. 7. Tropical forests -- v. 8. Temperate grasslands -- v. 9. Tropical grasslands.
In graphic novel format looks at the biology of coral reefs as well as their ecological importance.
Examines the growth and changing nature of forests, the plants and animals living there, and the uses to which these lands are put.
Describes the tundra regions of the world and how plants, animals, and people live there.