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About a third of the world bird species make their homes in rainforests, which offer moderate temperatures, protective shelter and ample food supply. Unfortunately the rainforests are disappearing. A few thousand years ago tropical rainforests covered as much as 12 percent of the Earth's land surface. Today, that figure is reduced by half, the result of logging, mining, and the clearing of land for human settlements. More than 600 species of rainforest birds are threatened with extinction. 'Rainforest Bird Rescue' profiles projects and people around the world who are working to prevent the loss of these beautiful birds: . Somprat Polchoo is head of the Khao Nor Chuchi forest protection unit in southern Thailand, one of the last known strongholds of the critically endangered Gurney's Pitta . The Western Canada Wilderness Committee is working to prevent the destruction of the Northern Spotted Owl's habitat in the ancient rainforests of British Columbia . The Rainforest Alliance, which encourages farmers in El Salvador to grow coffee in the traditional way -- under a forest canopy that supports wildlife -- is saving precious habitat for the golden-cheeked warbler . Richard and Margot Frisius are founders of Amigos de las Ayes, which breeds endangered Costa Rican macaws and releases them into the wild. Illustrated with 50 spectacular colour photographs, Rainforest Bird Rescue covers the people, the issues and the challenges involved in preserving a future for endangered wildlife. AUTHOR: Linda Kenyon is an avid field naturalist who frequently writes about songbirds and other wildlife. The Firefly Animal Rescue Series identifies endangered and threatened species and what is being done to protect them. Combining lively, accessible text and stunning colour photographs, each book provides a detailed overview of the species, describing its characteristics, behaviour, habits, physiology and more. REVIEWS: These attractive books are a call to action... fascinating readable accounts. - School Library Journal Succinct introductions to the science and practice of wildlife conservation... written in accessible, lively language. - Booklist 50 colour photographs

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[Winner, Youth Book Competition, 2006 Science in Society Journalism Awards, National Association of Science Writers]--National Association of Science Writers (06/16/2007) A joy to read because they carry a message of hope... success stories told in an inspiring way.-- (07/01/2006) [reviewed with Alligator and Crocodile Rescue and Bear Rescue] Suitable for gifts to reading age children and as communication tools for all ages. Nicely done.-- (12/01/2006) Starred Selection 2007--Canadian Children's Book Centre (01/01/2007) Starred Selection--Canadian Children's Book Centre (01/01/2007) Easy to understand... Kenyon's passion is evident throughout this book as she describes the heroes of the rainforest birds.-- (01/01/2007) Readers will meet dedicated people from around the world who are fighting to ensure a future for these beautiful birds.--Our Choice 2007, Canadian Children's Book Centre (01/01/2007) Award winning... With beautiful photography and inspiring examples of individuals passionately devoted to wildlife conservation, these are excellent resource for the classroom or school library.-- (12/01/2006) Winner of the 2006 Science In Society Journalism Award in the Youth Book competition--Canadian Science Writers' Association Clearly outlines the various threats... and introduces readers to organizations and individuals trying to save them... effective overviews.-- (12/01/2006) The Firefly Animal Rescue Series are stellar in their ability to drive home a point to young readers. The language is easy to understand and explanations are always provided. Undoubtedly, the marvelous photographs complement the to the point narratives. Linda Kenyon's passion is evident throughout the book as she describes the heroes of the rainforest birds.... The book is successful in its ability to provide short, easy to read snippets of what the world is doing to protect rainforest birds. The book would be a definite strength to any school or public library collection.-- (12/01/2006)

Clearly outlines the various threats... and introduces readers to organizations and individuals trying to save them... effective overviews. -- Kathy Piehl School Library Journal (12/01/2006)

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Linda Kenyon is an avid field naturalist who frequently writes about songbirds and other wildlife.

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