This book is the outcome of a major international conference on waterbirds held in Edinburgh in April 2004.

The large subfamily Opiinae (Braconidae), with about 2,000 valid species is a common group containing mainly small (2-5 mm) parasitoid wasps of mainly mining or fruit-infesting dipterous larvae. Several species are potentially of importance for biocontrol of dipterous pests, and some have been used successfully. For the first time the opiine fauna of a large area is fully illustrated by colour photographs and all known species are keyed. Thirty-six new species (out of 42) and two new gen-era are described from Hunan province (Oriental China). Thirty species have been sequenced and the results are discussed. In additionÿ three species are re-named and 27 new combinations are proposed.

This book contains 22 chapters on various aspects of freshwater nematode ecology and taxonomy. Subjects covered include the techniques for processing freshwater nematodes, the composition and distribution of free living freshwater nematodes, their abundance, biomass and diversity, the production of freshwater nematodes, their feeding ecology, patterns in size structure of freshwater nematode communities, different nematode habitats, and computation and application of nematode community indices. It provides descriptions with figures of each taxon at the genus level and above to currently valid genera. For every genus, a complete list of species, with an emphasis on biogeography, is given for primarily freshwater taxa and a list of only those species reported from freshwater bodies is given for the genera that are considered primarily non-freshwater. This book is intended to provide a useful reference to students, beginners and established researchers in the field of freshwater nematology, benthologists, invertebrate biologists, limnologists, ecologists, microbiologists and soil biologists.

Covers more than 600 reserves in over 80 countries, includes information on how to visit these extraordinary sites, their ecological significance and some historical background.

The protection of transborder areas in an ecological network system which take account of clusters of conservation areas represents an important step towards protecting natural heritage in Europe. Cross-border co-operation can help provide larger protected areas with uniform management and thus make a considerable contribution to the conservation of biodiversity. This report reflects the transborder co-operation in countries of central and eastern Europe, including Russia, the Baltic countries, Belarus and Ukraine.

A revised and thoroughly updated edition of the definitive guide to identifying dragonflies in Europe. The first edition of the Field Guide to the Dragonflies of Britain and Europe was a ground-breaking identification guide that led to an increase in Odonata recording across Europe. The second edition includes fully revised regional guides and identification texts, updated distribution maps and conservation statuses, illustrated accounts for five species that have been discovered in the region since the first edition, updated checklists and taxonomy, and new photographs throughout, as well as an introduction to larvae identification. Each species is lavishly illustrated with artworks of males, females and variations, as well as close-ups of important characters.

Your holiday starts the moment you open the guide ... "The best guide available. Packed to the brim with colour photos, maps and essential information." Amazon Reader review. Whether you wish for tranquillity in one of the country’s great nature reserves or to pamper yourself in one of the top-class thermal spa resorts, this latest volume in the award-winning Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness Travel Guide series covers every aspect of this fascinating country. Using the unique cutaway maps and 3D models explore the first-class museums and palaces of Budapest, marvel at the beautifully preserved medieval old town of Sopron, and bathe in the warm summer waters of the giant Lake Balaton. Clue up on the basics from venerated sites of worship such as Pannonhalma Abbey and Esztergom Basilica to where to enjoy skilled horsemen in the vast expanse of the Great Plain. Full-colour maps, city plans, thematic tours and walks enable you to explore the capital and the regions in depth, and with special features explaining everything from Hungary’s cultural heritage to where to sample the delicious wines of Tokaj and Eger, you’ll have all you need for an unforgettable stay. Winner of the Guardian & Observer ‘Best Guide Books' Award and Wanderlust Magazine Silver Award for 'Top Guidebook'

An ecotourism site guide for Europe. This is a compilation of fifteen books previously published as: ‘Wildlife of Scandinavia’; ‘England Winter Birdwatching’; ‘Birds, Butterflies and Dragonflies of the South Coast, England’; ‘Birds of Belgium’ (includes Luxembourg); ‘Birds of the Netherlands’; ‘Birds of France’; ‘Birds and Mammals of Spain’; ‘Birds, Butterflies and Mammals of the Swiss Alps’; ‘Birds of Lake Neusiedl, Austria’; ‘Mammals and Birds of Estonia’ (includes Latvia and Lithuania); ‘Birds and Mammals of Slovakia’; ‘Birds and Butterflies of Hungary’; ‘Wildlife of Romania’; ‘Birds of the Bulgarian Coast’ and; ‘Wildlife of Greece’. Note that this is not an identification guide, instead it describes places to visit. Various types of ecotourism are discussed including (in order of amount of coverage) birdwatching, walking, butterflies and mammals. This ebook is in full colour with extensive internal links to help navigation. With Ecotourism in Europe you can sprinkle nature highlights into your vacation or design a complete ecotourism itinerary. • Unbiased, curated, practical advice • Self-guided nature walks with maps, GPS coordinates, clear directions and local wildlife-watching tips • Birdwatching advice includes lists, hotspots and suggestions for visiting specialist habitats • Advice for all budgets and travel styles including independent travel, exploring with your own vehicle (including motorhomes), hiking, backpacking and cycle-touring • Destinations include Hardangervidda, Golsfjellet, Runde, Dovre, Borgefjell, Varanger, Store Mosse, Takern, Kvisemare, Garphyttan, Sonfjallet, Ostersund, Abisko, Muddus, Lemmenjoki, Oulanka, Hiidenportti, Koli, Patvinsuo, Parikkala, Vejlerne, Dovns Klint, Dee, Mersey, Ribble Estuary, Morecombe Bay, Dumfries, Galloway, Fens, North Norfolk Coast, Somerset Levels, Severn Estuary, Exmoor, Dartmoor, Jurassic Coast, Isle of Purbeck, Bournemouth, Cranborne, Pennington, New Forest, Stockbridge, Kalmthout Heath, Ardennes, Hoge Kempen, Ecternach, Remerschen, Zeeland, Texel, Lauwersmeer, Flevoland, Veluwe, Friesland, Biesbosch, Gavarnie, Organbidexka, Carmargue, Le Crau, Cevennes, Tours, Alps, Charente Coast, Jura, Cauterets, La Brenne, Landes, Vanoise Alps, Alpilles, Els Ports, Belchite Steppes, Coto Donana, Ebro Delta, Sierra Morena, Merida, Picos de Europa, Monfrague, Irun, Sierra de la Culebra, Somiedo, Riano, Irati, Pyrenees, Riglos, Lake Neusiedl, Lange Lacke, Hansag, Hohenau, Bodenzee, Hohe Wand, Marchegg, Endla, Albu Vald, Korvemaa, Poosaspea, Matsula, Soomaa, Nigula, Lake Lubans, Kemeri National Park, Mersrags, Lake Engure, Zuvintas, Metelini, Poloniny, Danube, Senne, Latorica, Slovensky kras, Tatras, Aggtelek, Bukki, Ferto-Hansag, Hortobagy, Kisbalaton, Kiskunsagi, Koros Maros, Lake Velence, Cefa, Lake Iortmac, Southern Carpathians, Turda Gorge, Axios-Loudis-Aliakmonas, Chelmos, Dadia, Kerkini, Kotyhi Strofylia, Evros Delta, Falakro, Olympus, Parnassus, Pindos, Prespa, Mesolongi, Amvrakikos This ebook has effortless navigation with multiple internal links, all maps and photographs in full colour and optimised for electronic readers, colours contrast-tested for readability on black-and-white screens and everything included in the download for full use offline. Buy Ecotourism in Europe now and discover the extraordinary nature of the vast and varied continent of Europe.