Inyo County Free Library - New Acquisitions
November 2018 - January 2019
These are books and media new to the library and cataloged by the Inyo County Free Library.
Additional information about each title can be found in the catalog (click on the title). For older acquisition lists choose from Select another list. To request any of these titles please contact your local library branch.
By Somervill, Barbara A. Publishing Date: 2008 Classification: JNF Call Number: J595.772 SOM |
The monarchs are missing: a butterfly mystery By Hirsch, Rebecca E Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J595.78 HUR Monarch butterfly populations have been declining for the last two decades, and scientists aren't sure why. This book takes readers on a quest to discover what is happening and what scientists know. -- |
NEW RELEASE Shark quest: protecting the ocean's top predators By Young, Karen Romano Publishing Date: [2019] Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.3 YOU "Readers will learn all about sharks and the human relationship with sharks, including how researchers study sharks at sea and how students can get involved in learning more about sharks and helping to protect these incredible creatures"-- |
By Feldman, Heather Publishing Date: 2004 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.96 FEL |
By Feldman, Heather Publishing Date: 2004 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.96 FEL Describes the physical characteristics, different species, and common behavior of king snakes. |
By Wechsler, Doug Publishing Date: 2000 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.96 WEC This book describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and reproduction of rattlesnakes. |
By Feldman, Heather L. Publishing Date: 2004 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.962 FEL Describes the physical characteristics, different species, and common behavior of milk snakes. |
By Wechsler, Doug Publishing Date: c2001 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.962 WEC Briefly describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of garter snakes, along with some interesting facts about these snakes. |
By Weber, Valerie Publishing Date: 2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.967 WEB Introduces the physical characteristics and behavior of the large pythons found in the southern part of the African continent. |
By Weber, Valerie Publishing Date: 2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.967 WEB Introduces the physical characteristics and behavior of the large pythons found in India, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka. |
By Weber, Valerie Publishing Date: 2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.967 WEB An introduction to the physical characteristics and behavior of boa constrictors. |
By Doering, Amanda F. Publishing Date: c2007 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.98 DOE Follows the life of a Nile crocodile as she grows up. |
When I was a turkey: based on the Emmy award-winning PBS documentary My life as a turkey By Hutto, Joe Publishing Date: 2017 Classification: JNF Call Number: J598.6 HUT When I Was a Turkey is a middle-grade adaptation of the remarkable true story of a naturalist who raised a flock of wild turkeys using imprinting. |
By Sayre, April Pulley Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J598.8 SAY "Discover the magic--and the science--behind the migration of warblers with this stunning photographic picture book from the award-winning author and photographer of Raindrops Roll, Best in Snow, and Full of Fall. The migrating warblers have arrived, to feed and preen, to refuel and rest before continuing on their amazing journey of thousands of miles. This photographic picture book captures in lush detail the story of these tiny, colorful, and diverse birds. April Pulley Sayre's vibrant photography has been called "striking" and "wonderful in every way" by Kirkus Reviews, and Warbler Wave is just that"-- |
The triumphant tale of the house sparrow By Thornhill, Jan Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J598.8 THO Presents the history of the house sparrow, from its beginnings in the Middle East to its spread with the growth of agriculture around the world, and discusses its population decline in recent years. |
By Gianferrari, Maria Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J598.944 GIA "A father red-tailed hawk hunts prey for his family in a suburban neighborhood in this thrilling, fierce, and gorgeous nonfiction picture book"--Amazon. |
By Gonzales, Doreen Publishing Date: 2010 Classification: JNF Call Number: J598.97 GON This book describes the physical characteristics, habitats, habits, and babies of owls highlighting the great horned owl and the Northern saw-whet owl. |
Snowy owl invasion: tracking an unusual migration By Markle, Sandra Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J598.97 MAR "A historically large irruption of snowy owls during the winter of 2013-2014 brought them across the eastern US, and farther south than usual. Scientists used this opportunity to attach GPS tracking devices to some snowy owls to increase understanding of their winter behavior and migration."-- |
By Gonzales, Doreen Publishing Date: 2010 Classification: JNF Call Number: J599.4 GON Presents an introduction to bats, discussing their physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and hunting behavior. |
By Casey, Susan Publishing Date: 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J599.53 CAS A thrilling journey into the spiritual, scientific and sometimes threatened world of dolphins. Includes an 8-page photo insert, explores the extraordinary world of dolphins in an interesting and accessible format that engages as well as entertains. |