By Martyn Farr. Paperback, 1977. 126 pp. Darworld recounts the history of the exploration of the myriad of caves within Llangattock mountain. Lavishly illustrated, with pictures and dated surveys, this book deals specifically with the exploration of one mountain. Over the course of the past 50 years a series of dramatic discoveries has led to the establishment of one of Britain's longest cave networks, a system now well over 70 km in length. Highly acclaimed in international reviews, this is no dry and crusty compilation of events. This book recounts the spirit of adventure and outlines the dramatic events as they unfolded.
Author DeeAnn M. Reeder is professor of biology at Bucknell University and conducts bat research and conservation activities in both North America and Africa.
Bats are the second-largest order of mammals and inhabit almost every corner of the globe, but these secretive creatures are often maligned and misunderstood. With more than 1,400 species worldwide, they are crucial contributors to ecosystems, controlling insect populations and fulfilling an essential role as pollinators. This one-of-a-kind guide showcases the unique characteristics and extraordinary diversity of our planet’s bat life, providing an inviting introduction to these marvelous creatures. Written by a leading expert and packed with the latest scientific findings, The Lives of Bats blends diagrams and stunning photographs with in-depth coverage of profiled species to offer an incomparable look at these unsung heroes of the natural world.
Includes a wealth of stunning color photos
Features dozens of representative species profiles that demonstrate the remarkable diversity and adaptability of the only mammals on Earth capable of powered flight
Covers key topics such as anatomy, echolocation, diet, thermoregulation, mating, diseases, and immunity
This is a stunning photographic celebration of the deepest and most challenging caves in the UK. With images from world-class photographers and writing from the original discoverers and explorers, the reader is taken on a remarkable journey through this beautiful and dramatic Welsh cave system. the book also includes first-hand accounts of the epic 52-hour 2021 rescue as well as articles on geomorphology, conservation and cave life.
