Zoology
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I Wonder Why Snakes Shed Their Skin: And Other Questions about ReptilesThe bestselling I Wonder Why series has the answers to all the questions you've ever wanted to ask about the natural world, history, space, and more! Why do lizards lose their tails? Which turtle fishes with its tongue? Why do some snakes pretend to...
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Herding GroupThis title will introduce readers to the American Kennel Club's remarkable Herding Group. Readers will learn about the history of the Herding Group and its wonderful breeds, such as the Old English Sheepdog and Australian Shepherd. This series is at a Level 2 and...
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Funny BugsComic artwork, hilarious jokes, and fascinating facts in these nonfiction books are sure to amaze, entertain, and educate readers. Meet some of the goofiest, stinkiest, absolutely funniest bugs on planet Earth in this lively illustrated compendium of amazing facts.Author: Paul MasonPublisher: Kane/Miller Book PublishersPublished:...
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Funny BeastsComic artwork, hilarious jokes, and fascinating facts in these nonfiction books are sure to amaze, entertain, and educate readers. Nature's adaptations have led to some of the most hilarious behaviors among Earth's many animals. Learn about some of the funniest in this entertaining book.Author:...
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Fish Farming for Beginners: The New Complete Guide to Raise a Healthy and Thriving Fish PondBUILD YOUR FIRST POND FROM SCRATCH AND CREATE A FLOURISHING POND WITH THIS ULTIMATE BEGINNERS GUIDE TO FISH FARMING! Speciallly written for the aspiring fish farmers, this practical guide reveals how you can building a thriving fish pond from scratch. This guide taps into...
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DogsDogs explores the fascinating minds of dogs, featuring exceptional dogs, what scientists are learning about dog minds, and how we can help dogs thrive. Amazing Animal Minds teaches readers that not only do animals feel, but they also form relationships, mourn their dead, and...
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ChameleonsThis book gives an engaging overview of chameleons, from their diet and habitat to their amazing ability to camouflage. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of...
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Anthrozoology: Human-Animal Interactions in Domesticated and Wild AnimalsAnthrozoology, the study of human-animal interactions (HAIs), has experienced substantial growth during the past 20 years and it is now timely to synthesise what we know from empirical evidence about our relationships with both domesticated and wild animals. Two principal points of focus have...
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Animal Musicalities: Birds, Beasts, and Evolutionary ListeningHow conflicts between science and the humanities have shaped our understanding of the line between art and animal behaviorOver the past century and a half, the voices and bodies of animals have been used by scientists and music experts as a benchmark for measures...
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Why Birds Matter: Avian Ecological Function and Ecosystem ServicesFor over one hundred years, ornithologists and amateur birders have jointly campaigned for the conservation of bird species, documenting not only birds' beauty and extraordinary diversity, but also their importance to ecosystems worldwide. But while these avian enthusiasts have noted that birds eat fruit,...
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What's Inside a Bird's Nest?: And Other Questions about Nature & Life CyclesDiscover the next nonfiction picture book about eggs, nests, and birds from the creator of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science, Rachel Ignotofsky! Want to learn more about the bird that chirps outside your window? Ignotofsky crafts a perfect read out loud...
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Very First Animal Encyclopedia: An Introduction to Animals, for Very Hungry Young MindsGo on an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn fascinating facts about animals. Take a tour of the animal kingdom and discover everything you need to know about creatures from elephants to ants in this colorful and charming first...
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Seedlings: StingraysThe popular Seedlings series offers irresistible introductions to animals, birds, sea life, insects, eco systems, and an array of transporation. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these books spotlight the bodies, behaviors,...
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Polar BearsThis revised edition surveys key aspects of polar bears, describing the swimming Arctic mammals' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why these creatures have short tails.Author: Valerie BoddenPublisher: Creative EducationPublished: 01/15/2020Pages: 24Binding Type: Library BindingWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 11.10h x 8.90w x 0.30dISBN: 9781640262072Audience:...
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Mind of the RavenIn Mind of the Raven, Bernd Heinrich, award - winning naturalist, finds himself dreaming of ravens and decides he must get to the truth about this animal reputed to be so intelligent.Much like a sleuth, Heinrich involves us in his quest, letting one clue...
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Methods in Animal BehaviourDer Vogel singt morgens, weil... - es hell wird. - sich der Hormonstatus ändert. - er damit Rivalen aus seinem Revier fern hält. - Weibchen durch den Gesang bei der Partnerwahl beeinflusst werden. Durch die Vielfalt von Ebenen, auf denen Tierverhalten untersucht und verstanden...
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Little Monsters of the Ocean: Metamorphosis Under the WavesBizarre creatures are floating around in our oceans--squishy, slimy, spiky-headed monsters. And they're not even grown up yet! These kids have to go through some drastic changes before they get to be adults. Everyone knows that caterpillars and tadpoles go through metamorphosis, but so...
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Kingdom of Play: What Ball-Bouncing Octopuses, Belly-Flopping Monkeys, and Mud-Sliding Elephants Reveal about Life ItselfFor readers of Inside of a Dog and The Soul of an Octopus, a fascinating, charming, and revelatory look at the science behind why animals play that shows how life--at its most fundamental level--is playful.In Kingdom of Play, critically acclaimed science writer David Toomey...
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It Is Time: The Life of a CaterpillarNonfiction for new readers! Egg to caterpillar to butterfly. A Level G science book for first graders to read on their own! Caterpillar hatches.She crawls.She eats.She poops.She grows. A caterpillar hatches, eats, becomes a pupa, weathers storms, and grows into a butterfly before flying...
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IguanasIguanas--large lizards with even larger tails. Developing readers learn about these big reptiles in this low-level search-and-find beginning reader. Iguanas are colorful creatures that blend in with their rainforest environment. They use their large tails to ward off attackers. Early readers will discover key...
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