{"product_id":"habitat-by-ab-bishop-9781760523473","title":"Habitat","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a world where suburban nature is declining and diversity is shrinking, \u003cem\u003eHabitat\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical guide for those of us who want to encourage insects, reptiles, frogs, birds, and animals into our garden. Not only for our own enjoyment, but as a direct contribution to the health and sustainability of our local environment and wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAB Bishop shows how to design, plant and maintain fauna-friendly landscapes, stressing the importance of understanding how all aspects of the backyard ecosystem are interlinked in order to create a truly authentic and effective habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis information-packed resource includes a detailed plant directory; information on what plants (native and exotic) suit what creatures and why; and advice on how to factor in the shelter, nesting, food, and water requirements of different types of wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA practical projects chapter features step-by-step instructions for soil testing; making compost tea; building and planting a frog pond; and constructing nesting boxes and insect hotels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47078738788588,"sku":"9781760523473","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22621673482814.jpg?v=1765219454","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/habitat-by-ab-bishop-9781760523473","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}