Interview with James Aldred, author of Goshawk Summer
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James Aldred is an award-winning documentary wildlife cameraman and filmmaker. James has collaborated on numerous high-profile projects with Sir David Attenborough, including Life of Mammals, Planet Earth and Our Planet, resulting in several BAFTA/RTS nominations. He is also the author of The Man Who Climbs Trees.
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In his latest book, Goshawk Summer, James details his extraordinary and unique experience documenting a family of goshawks in the New Forest during the national lockdown of 2020. We have had the very fortunate opportunity to ask James some questions.
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This month, browse our newly cataloged books in Leon's bookshelf and in Luanne's kit bag explore our comprehensive selection of tree and plant survey equipment, including hand lenses, quadrats, gloves and calipers.
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Silent Earth: Averting the Insect Apocalypse
Due August 2021 - Available to pre-order
Drawing on the latest ground-breaking research and a lifetime of study, author Dave Goulson reveals the shocking decline of insect populations that has taken place in recent decades. This eye-opening and inspiring book passionately argues that we must all learn to love, respect and care for our six-legged friends. Although time is quickly running out, Goulson shows us that we can all take simple steps to encourage insects and counter their destruction.
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Hawke Optics Nature-Trek Spotting Scope
Now in stock
The Hawke Nature-Trek Spotting Scope is a high quality yet economical choice for the keen wildlife watcher. Housed in a tough polycarbonate body, fully multi-coated optics help to produce sharp images whilst BAK-4 porro prisms ensure intense colour and contrast. Additional features include a stay-on soft cover, fold-down eyecups and a pull out sunshade.
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NHBS publisher of the month - Lynx Edicions
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Lynx Edicions is a Barcelona-based publishing house known for their fantastic ornithology titles, alongside a varied collection of general natural history. Originally founded in 1989 to create the Handbook of the Birds of the World series, they have since expanded to over 150 titles, including field guides, monographs, and bird checklists.
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Climate Challenges: 2. Forest Fires
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In the lead up to the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in November of this year, we are writing a series of articles looking at some of the toughest global climate crisis challenges that we are currently facing. This post looks at the increase in the prevalence and intensity of forest fires, and how they can be both exacerbated by and contribute to climate change.
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