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Fynbos
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Author : Nicky Allsopp
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2014
Fynbos written by Nicky Allsopp and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with Science categories.
"This book provides the first synthesis of the field for 20 years, bringing together the latest ecological and evolutionary research on the South African global biodiversity hotspots of the Greater Cape Floristic Region--the iconic fynbos and succulent karoo"--Page 4 of cover.
A Fynbos Year
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Author : Michael Fraser
language : en
Publisher: New Africa Books
Release Date : 2003
A Fynbos Year written by Michael Fraser and has been published by New Africa Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Nature categories.
The southern and south-western Cape, which has a richer plant life than that of the whole British Isles, forms one of the major floral kingdoms of the world, and is home to a wide variety of birds, mammals, reptiles and insects. Liz McMahon's illustrations are complemented by Michael Fraser's text.
The Ecology Of Fynbos
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Author : Richard M. Cowling
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1992
The Ecology Of Fynbos written by Richard M. Cowling and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with Science categories.
South Africa's Cape Floristic Region includes approximately 8,500 plant species. Most of this biodiversity is concentrated in fynbos, a fire-prone shrubland occurring on the sandy, infertile soils which predominate in this region.This book reviews a decade of rigorous research into the biogeography, ecology and management of fynbos, carried out under the auspices of the Fynbos Biome Project.
Field Guide To Fynbos
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Author : John Manning
language : en
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Release Date : 2018-06-01
Field Guide To Fynbos written by John Manning and has been published by Penguin Random House South Africa this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-06-01 with Nature categories.
Field Guide to Fynbos features over 1,000 species from the Cape Floristic Region – home to one of the world’s richest floras. This fully updated edition focuses on the most common and ‘showy’ plants. An introduction unpacks the world of fynbos – including origins, diversity, climate and adaptations – and is followed by a photographic key and descriptions of the fynbos families. Species descriptions are accompanied by photographs, distribution maps, comparisons with similar species, and notes on traditional uses. For botanists and amateurs alike, this will remain an indispensable guide to South Africa’s most renowned flora. Sales points: written by an expert in the field, fully revised and updated, will enable identification of a vast array of fynbos species, glorious full-colour photographs of all featured species, key to plant families for easy ID.
Exploring Fynbos Plants Animals Interactions
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Author : Margo Branch
language : en
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Release Date : 2012-05-17
Exploring Fynbos Plants Animals Interactions written by Margo Branch and has been published by Penguin Random House South Africa this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-05-17 with Nature categories.
The critically acclaimed Exploring Fynbos, now newly updated and with a fresh design, is a dynamic introduction to the richest floral kingdom in the world. Both interactive and informative, the book encourages children and adults to explore this unique ecosystem – for some, right on their doorstep – and discover the fascinating plants and animals that live in it. The focus is on the interconnections of life and the interactions that underpin everything within the system. Beautiful illustrations and photographs make this a lively guide that will foster in young people an insight into the priceless legacy of fynbos, and will promote awareness of the need to protect our fragile environment. It's the perfect companion for walks through Table Mountain National Park and other scenic reserves in the area.
First Field Guide To Fynbos Of Southern Africa
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Author : John Manning
language : en
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Release Date : 2011-11-05
First Field Guide To Fynbos Of Southern Africa written by John Manning and has been published by Penguin Random House South Africa this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-11-05 with Nature categories.
Sasol First Field Guide to Fynbos of Southern Africa is a beginner's guide to one of the most complex and fascinating communities of plant species in the world. Included in this guide are particularly striking specimens and those that display typical fynbos features. Full-colour photographs, distribution maps, and easy-to-read text will help the beginner and emerging naturalist to discover where fynbos occurs, how it has evolved and survives and how to recognize and identify specimens in the field.
Grow Fynbos Plants
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Author : Neville Brown
language : en
Publisher: Rider
Release Date : 2006
Grow Fynbos Plants written by Neville Brown and has been published by Rider this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Fynbos categories.
Field Guide To Fynbos
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Author : John Manning
language : en
Publisher: Struik Publishers
Release Date : 2007
Field Guide To Fynbos written by John Manning and has been published by Struik Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Chaparral plants categories.
The southwestern Cape is home to one of the world's richest floras. From an estimated 7 000 species of true fynbos, Field Guide to Fynbos covers over 1 000 species of this flora. It focuses on the most common and conspicuous wild flowers, with an emphasis on those species with showy, or at least evident, flowers that are most likely to be encountered. Each species described is accompanied by its common names, a vivid photograph, distribution map, comparisons with similar species where applicable, and notes on traditional uses. For the first time, non-botanists have a real chance of accurately.
Field Guide To Fynbos Fauna
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Author : Cliff Dorse
language : en
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Release Date : 2023-11-07
Field Guide To Fynbos Fauna written by Cliff Dorse and has been published by Penguin Random House South Africa this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-07 with Nature categories.
South Africa’s Fynbos Biome, which spans the country’s Western and Eastern Cape provinces, is one of the richest floras in the world. In addition to its spectacular botanical diversity, the region is also famous for its remarkable variety of fauna, with some species occurring nowhere else – from the tiny Micro Frog to the brightly coloured Orange-breasted Sunbird and the large, strikingly marked Bontebok. The first of its kind, this concise field guide covers more than 400 species in four animal groups: mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs. The species accounts include key identification features and are paired with full-colour photographs and distribution maps. This guide encompasses popular tourist destinations such as the Cape Peninsula, the Kogelberg, the Cederberg, the Agulhas Plain, the West Coast and Baviaanskloof. Sales points: First guide to focus on Fynbos wildlife. Ideal for visitors, hikers, botanists, conservationists and anyone with an interest in the region’s natural history. Written by conservationists with extensive field experience. Supported by high-quality colour photographs.
Restios Of The Fynbos
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Author : Els Dorrat-Haaksma
language : en
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Release Date : 2012-10-25
Restios Of The Fynbos written by Els Dorrat-Haaksma and has been published by Penguin Random House South Africa this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-10-25 with Sports & Recreation categories.
This field guide to the Restionaceae, or Cape reeds, commonly called restios, unpacks a unique family of fynbos plants found at the southern tip of South Africa. Beautifully illustrated with photographs and over 400 colour images (scanned from living plants), this new edition of Els Dorrat-Haaksma's respected guide has now been revised, updated and freshly designed for greater ease of use. It will help demystify restios, a less known component of the fynbos - one that has in recent years become increasingly popular with gardeners and landscape designers as restios find their rightful place amongst the 'architectural' plants. It will be welcomed by nature lovers, whether tourists, hikers, gardeners or botanists (both amateur and professional).