Fears and misunderstandings have caused people to think of bats as evil, or as carriers of deadly diseases. Consequently, people have killed bats and driven many species to the brink of extinction. Through educational programs, and protective measures, some species of bats in the United States are now recovering.

Returning Wildlife - Bats

Children's Books

John E. Becker

Animals

KidHaven Press

North American beavers were almost hunted to extinction for their fine fur. A change in fashion saved them from disappearing, and the conservation movement, early in the twentieth century brought them back. Now, people are working to resolve conflicts caused by beavers flooding property, homes, and roadways.

Returning Wildlife - The North American Beaver

Frenemies for Life: Cheetahs and Anatolian Shepherd Dogs

Details how the Columbus Zoo and the Cheetah Conservation Fund use Anatolian shepherd dogs in Namibia to protect cheetahs by keeping them from attacking livestock, and how the zoo is raising two cubs and two pups together as ambassadors for the program.

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

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Books by John E. Becker

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by John E. Becker. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Returning Wildlife - Bats

Returning Wildlife - The North American Beaver

Frenemies for Life: Cheetahs and Anatolian Shepherd Dogs