¡Acompáñanos a viajar por el mundo de los libros!
Añadir este libro a la estantería
Grey
Escribe un nuevo comentario Default profile 50px
Grey
Suscríbete para leer el libro completo o lee las primeras páginas gratis.
All characters reduced
Desert Sound Survival - cover

Desert Sound Survival

Raina Mooncrest

Traductor A AI

Editorial: Publifye

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Sinopsis

Desert Sound Survival explores the surprising world of acoustic adaptations in desert animals, revealing how crucial sound and vibration are for survival in seemingly silent landscapes. It examines the physics of sound propagation in deserts, highlighting how factors like temperature and sparse vegetation create unique challenges for animals relying on auditory cues. The book uncovers how creatures like the fennec fox use their large ears to detect faint sounds of prey underground, and how scorpions sense vibrations to evade predators, showcasing the intricate sensory biology at play. The book synthesizes research from animal behavior, acoustics, and sensory biology to demonstrate the rich tapestry of signals deserts actually possess. Starting with the basics of sound and vibration in these environments, it progresses to case studies of various animals and their specialized adaptations. Ultimately, Desert Sound Survival emphasizes the ecological implications of these adaptations, addressing the impact of noise pollution and the importance of conserving natural soundscapes for these specialized species.
Disponible desde: 04/03/2025.
Longitud de impresión: 75 páginas.

Otros libros que te pueden interesar

  • Homestead Harmony: Off-Grid Projects for a Balanced Life - Create Build and Thrive Off the Beaten Path - cover

    Homestead Harmony: Off-Grid...

    Ava Davis

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Welcome to "Homestead Harmony: Off-Grid Projects for a Balanced Life." This e-book is more than just a guide; it's your passport to a less ordinary life that embraces simplicity, self-sufficiency, and the allure of off-grid living. In a world constantly in a rush, this book is your compass, guiding you through projects, ideas, and practices that empower you to build a fulfilling life off the traditional grid. Our subtitle, "Create, Build, and Thrive Off the Beaten Path," encapsulates the essence of our shared adventure. 
    In the following pages, we will go on a homesteading journey, digging into the concepts, projects, and viewpoints that characterize a lifestyle that is off-grid and balanced. The homestead lifestyle is not only a movement; it is a philosophy that involves making a conscious decision to establish a connection with the land, engage in sustainable practices, and build a feeling of autonomy. If you are a seasoned homesteader or just beginning to dream of a life off the beaten road, this e- book is meant to inspire, enlighten, and lead you through the complexities of constructing your own hideaway in the woods. It is accessible to anybody interested in homesteading. 
    The chapters that are to come will reveal a rich tapestry of information, beginning with the basic idea of your farm and progressing down to the specifics of sustainable energy, water management, and shelter building. We will discuss the pleasures of cultivating your food, preparing meals without the need for electricity, and developing a harmonious and self-sufficient lifestyle. Along the process, you will learn how to balance technological advancements and the simplicity of living off the grid. This will ensure that your homestead is a place to relax and a vibrant community linked to one another.
    Ver libro
  • Once Upon A Time In Hollywood - The Ultimate Trivia Collection - From The Movie Directed By Quentin Tarantino - cover

    Once Upon A Time In Hollywood -...

    Film Trivia Metaverse

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD 
    THE ULTIMATE TRIVIA COLLECTION 
      
    FROM THE MOVIE DIRECTED BY QUENTIN TARANTINO 
      
    CREATED BY FILM TRIVIA METAVERSE 
      
    ABOUT THE FILM 
    Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is a 2019 film directed by Quentin Tarantino. Set in 1969 Los Angeles, it follows Rick Dalton, a fading TV star, and his loyal stunt double, Cliff Booth, as they navigate the rapidly changing Hollywood landscape. The story intertwines their lives with that of Sharon Tate, a rising star, and the looming influence of the Manson Family. The film blends nostalgia for the golden age of Hollywood with dark satire, exploring themes of friendship, fame, and the shifting nature of the entertainment industry, all within Tarantino's trademark mix of humor and tension. 
      
    TRIVIA SAMPLES: 
      
    “Brad Pitt improvised the line, "You're Rick fucking Dalton! Don't you forget that." He based this on advice he received from an actor during the early 1990s.” 
      
    “The film's producers faced challenges when trying to convince Hollywood Boulevard vendors to allow them to fit their storefronts with 1960s-style facades. Surprisingly, after filming concluded, many of the vendors asked if they could leave the period facades in place, as they had grown to prefer the vintage look.” 
      
    “Margot Robbie, who plays Sharon Tate, wore some of Sharon Tate's actual jewelry, which was lent to her by Tate’s sister, Debra Tate.”
    Ver libro
  • Silkscreen Printing in the Home Studio - cover

    Silkscreen Printing in the Home...

    Angela Hall

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    This practical guide demystifies and simplifies silkscreen printmaking, and shows how accessible it is from the home. Each chapter explains a technique with basic equipment and materials, and reveals its many creative possibilities. Alongside step-by-step instructions and bold finished examples, the book encourages experimentation without the need for expensive or complex machinery, showing how these exciting techniques can be tried successfully at home.
    Ver libro
  • Daddy Stop Talking! - And Other Things My Kids Want But Won't Be Getting - cover

    Daddy Stop Talking! - And Other...

    Anónimo

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    The comedian, actor, television host, podcast king, and New York Times bestselling author of President Me, Not Taco Bell Material, and In Fifty Years We’ll All Be Chicks now lays down the law on the plight of the modern parent. 
    Parents, do you often think that if your kids had to grow up the way you did—without iPads, 70-inch flatscreen TVs, American Girl dolls, and wifi in the climate controlled minivan—that they might actually be better off? Do you feel underappreciated or ignored? Do you worry you’re raising a bunch of spoiled softies who will never know how to do anything themselves—because you do everything for them? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need Daddy, Stop Talking. 
    Adam rips parenthood a new one, telling it straight about what adults must do if they don’t want to have to support their kids forever. Using his own crappy childhood as a cautionary tale, and touting the pitfalls of the kind of helicopter parenting so pervasive today, Daddy, Stop Talking is the only parenting book you should ever read. Here, too, is sage advice to Adam’s own kids—and to future parents—on what matters most: dating; drinking and drugs; buying your first house and car; puberty; and what kind of assholes his kids (and yours) should avoid becoming. Even if his own son and daughter pretty much ignore everything he says, you shouldn’t. And you’re welcome. Again.
    Ver libro
  • 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs of Spain - A guide to the famous cycling mountains of mainland Spain plus Mallorca and the Canary Islands - cover

    100 Greatest Cycling Climbs of...

    Simon Warren

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Having documented the famous cycling climbs of France and Italy, Simon Warren completes his trilogy on cycling's Grand Tour nations with the 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs of Spain.
    Packed full of the legendary roads on the Spanish mainland which have found fame in the Vuelta a España, such as the Angliru, Puerto de Velefique, Lagos de Covadonga and the mighty Pico Veleta, the featured climbs travel the length and breadth of the country – from the Pyrenees, across the Basque Country to Asturias, around Madrid and down through Cataluña to Andalucía.
    The book also travels out to sea to cover Mallorca and the Canary Islands. These perennially favoured destinations for cyclists searching for year-round sun are home to some extraordinary climbs, from Sa Calobra on Mallorca, to Teide on Tenerife, and the incomparable Roque de los Muchachos on La Palma.
    Ver libro
  • Cuisine to Kill For - Recipes and True Crime Stories from the World's Most Haunted Places - cover

    Cuisine to Kill For - Recipes...

    Amy Bruni

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    From bestselling author, paranormal investigator, and Kindred Spirits co-host Amy Bruni, Cuisine to Kill For intertwines the macabre with the culinary to uncover some of history’s most gruesome true crime stories and the ghosts they left behind. Whether set in a haunted castle, a mysterious hotel, an abandoned prison, or a popular pub, these paranormal tales span the entire globe—and their accompanying culinary treats are equally wide-ranging. 
    Each of the 60 locations includes:Gruesome true crime tales paired with spine-tingling paranormal encounters.60 recipes inspired by history, local flavors, or even eerie menu items served at these haunted spots.Authentic vintage photographs from each haunted site, bringing these violent histories to life.Mysteriously mouthwatering food photography, styled to inspire a killer kitchen experience. 
      
    Sink your teeth into tempting dishes and devilish drinks, including:Sunday Roast with Gravy from Ten Bells Pub in England (Jack the Ripper, anyone?).Meat Stew with Polenta and Egg from Romania’s foreboding Bran Castle.The Elderflower Rose Gin Trifle from Canada’s stunning Empress Hotel.Louis XV’s Drinking Chocolate from the Palace of Versailles.The Reindeer Fart from Alaska’s spirited Red Onion Saloon.Shrimp Wiggle from the Pennhurst Asylum in Pennsylvania (only if you dare). 
      
    Whether you're drawn to the paranormal, obsessed with true crime, or simply hungry for a historic culinary escape, this cookbook is for:true crime aficionados who love a good (and gory) backstory.history buffs and travel enthusiasts fascinated by the darker side of iconic locations.hosts and entertainers craving unique ways to captivate guests.foodies with guts to try centuries-old—and disturbingly “authentic”—recipes. 
      
    Amy Bruni effortlessly merges her love of the mysterious with jaw-droppingly delicious recipes, offering a cookbook that’s as deathly as it is delectable. Cuisine To Kill For isn’t just a collection of recipes; it’s a passport to haunted history with every chilling page. If you’ve got an appetite for eerie tales, blood-curdling history, and global flavors, this haunted cookbook is your ultimate culinary companion.
    Ver libro