BIOLOGY
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Bats are the only mammals that can fly actively. In mythology they represent the dark element and were the inspiration behind the invention of vampire stories. On account of their nocturnal way of life and their dark appearance, they are considered scary by many people. But the nocturnal hunters are by no means keen on human blood. They mainly hunt insects, thus assuming an important role as natural pest controllers. Article-No.: 46 64195 279,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Bats – Night Animals |
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The exact numbers of plant and animal species on earth are unknown. What we do know, though, is that there is a dramatic decline in the variety of species mainly triggered by man. The "threats to biodiversity" as well as their causes are the topics of this film. It illustrates the reckless exploitation of the resources of the earth on land and in the oceans. Article-No.: 46 64197 259,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Biodiversity – Threatened Variety of Species |
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The dragonfly – a fascinating hunter with incredible skills: with its iridescent wings, which make up two per cent of its body weight, it manoeuvres artistically in the air and serves as a model for ultra-lightweight design. A survival specialist that has been dwelling on earth for 320 million years. Article-No.: 46 65633 279,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Dragonflies – Primeval Predators |
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Rivers are important ecosystems and habitats for plants and animals. The biodiversity of animals and plants in and on the water is enormous. Article-No.: 46 64196 259,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Life along the River - Floodplains and their Inhabitants |
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Hormones influence our lives. Just like our nervous system, they transmit information in our bodies. When our hormonal balance is disrupted, our behaviour changes and we may fall ill. But what are hormones? Why have they got such a big influence? Where are they produced? And how do they work? The film leads us inside the human body – into the world of hormones. Article-No.: 46 64200 289,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Hormones - Hidden Messengers |
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Article-No.: 46 64199 259,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Endangered Rainforest - Climate and Species Protection |
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Bio/eco – words that earlier on were likely to cause smiles but today are simply part of a modern lifestyle. Taking care that textiles, cars and especially victuals are produced ecologically compatible is a trend. However, it is not only a bad conscience that induces us to buy a bio apple instead of sprayed apples. Article-No.: 46 64198 259,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Worth Eating - Biodynamic Farming in Sicily |
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The common buzzard is a well-known native bird of prey. You can often see it flying above fields or sitting by the roadside. But what are the typical characteristics and behaviour patterns of the common buzzard? The film covers the biological classification of the common buzzard, its characteristics and behaviour. Article-No.: 46 62214 259,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: The Common Buzzard – Characteristics and Behaviour |
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In the Hohe Tauern National Park you can experience with all your senses the peaceful coexistence of wild nature and human creativity, the diversity of nature as well as its significance as an ecosystem preserve in the heart of Europe. Pristine forests, species-rich mountain meadows and the alpine primeval landscape of the highest mountains in Austria quite naturally evoke a thirst for knowledge. Article-No.: 46 59257 259,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Nationalpark - Hohe Tauern |
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We perceive the world we live in with our sense organs. However, perception with our senses represents only a limited part of the cosmos we live in. There is a world eluding the perception of our eyes. It exists hidden away for its cosmos is extremely small. The world of microcosm. This world is full of fascination and surprises. Article-No.: 46 62216 279,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Microcosm – Unimaginably Small |
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The oceans have been the largest connected ecosystem of the world since hundreds of millions of years. All life originated here, and a stable system ranging from single-cell plants and animals to huge vertebrates has been established. Article-No.: 46 62215 279,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Ecosystem Sea – Sharks and Whales |
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Already the dinosaurs, which populated the Earth some 90 million years ago, were familiar with the tiny, dangerous pests, and the Greek poet Homer attributed healing and potency-enhancing effects to them in the late 8th century BC – however, only in pulverised form.
Article-No.: 46 62584 259,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Ticks - Dangerous Pests |
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People have always found the white stork fascinating. It is a large, conspicuous bird, which exposes itself to human curiosity by the choice of its nesting places, therefore people tend to assign meaning to its behaviour. Today, the white stork is still believed to bring good luck. Article-No.: 46 62992 279,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: The White Stork – Commuter between Europe and Africa |
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Spiders evoke fear and disgust with many people. Spiders living in or near houses are often killed by humans or vacuumed away with their vacuum cleaners. But that does not need to happen! Spiders contribute to the biological balance by eating mosquitoes, flies and other pests. A world without spiders would be scary! Article-No.: 46 62212 279,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: Spiders – Small Animals of Great Significance |
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With a body length of 60 to 75 cm and a wingspan of up to 170 cm, the Eurasian eagle owl is the largest owl in the world. It is also referred to as “king of the night skies”. Article-No.: 46 62213 259,00 € Weitere Informationen zu: DVD: The Eurasian Eagle Owl – The Largest Owl of the World |
