Book Review Segment: Exploring Wildlife Biology and Urban Ecology

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for our Book Review Segment, where we delve into captivating scientific literature focused on Wildlife Biology and Urban Ecology. Each month, we will feature a carefully selected book, assessing its accessibility and ease of reading. Our goal is to ensure that both enthusiasts and newcomers can fully engage with the material. The more enjoyable, well-sourced, and thoughtfully crafted the book, the higher the rating it will receive.

Rating System:

• 1 Star: Did not finish; poorly written, inadequately sourced, or highly biased.

• 2 Stars: Not enjoyable but completed; lacks quality writing, contains some bias, or is not easily accessible to the public.

• 3 Stars: Mildly enjoyable; adequately written and informative, but may require some prior knowledge of the subject. Might recommend for the right audience.

• 4 Stars: Enjoyable and accessible; a solid read for the general public, though not quite exceptional.

• 5 Stars: Outstanding; exceptionally well-edited and well-sourced. A book you’ll be eager to discuss and highly recommend.

Upcoming Reviews:

• October: The Accidental Ecosystem: People and Wildlife in American Cities by Peter S. Alagona

• November: Rewilding: The Radical New Science of Ecological Recovery by Cain Blythe and Paul Jepson

• December: Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach

Stay tuned for our upcoming reviews, where we’ll dive into the fascinating world of wildlife and urban ecology literature! We also welcome your suggestions—feel free to submit your favorite books for review as well!