Zoology
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HerpetologyHerpetology, Fourth Edition, explains why amphibians and reptiles, which are distantly related evolutionary lineages, are nonetheless grouped in the discipline known as herpetology, and describes the position of amphibians and reptiles within the evolution of vertebrates. Initial chapters present the fossil history of amphibians...
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Abominable SnowmenScottish zoologist IVAN TERRANCE SANDERSON (1911-1973) coined the word cryptozoology and first used it in print in this hard-to-find 1961 work, the story of "hairy hominids" across the planet from the very beginnings of human civilization until the mid 20th century. With its scientific,...
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Snakes!: Strange and WonderfulCan you climb a tree without using arms or legs? Can you smell odors by wiggling your tongue in the air? Snakes can Beginning with these simple questions, award-winning author Laurence Pringle invites readers to explore the remarkable abilities and lives of snakes. Snakes...
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Bats!: Strange and WonderfulBats are among the world's most misunderstood animals. This Parents' Choice Award book gives readers an inside look at the earth's only flying mammals. Readers discover how bats can pluck insects from the air, fish from the water, and help giant trees and other...
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Wolfsnail: A Backyard PredatorA Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book Perfect for kids interested in animals, science, and the world of their backyard, this photographic story of a day in the life of a wolfsnail offers a dramatic introduction to a little-known predator and the impact it has...
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Visions of Lost Worlds: The Paleoart of Jay MatternesA lavish showcase of paleoartist Jay Matternes's spectacular murals and sketches For half a century, the artwork of Jay Matternes adorned the fossil halls of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. These treasured Matternes murals documenting mammal evolution over the past 56 million...
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Quest for the Invisibles: The Discovery of Unseen Craft and Beings that Reside in the Invisible World All Around UsThere exists an entire world around us that cannot be seen. The human eye sees only about 2.5% of the electromagnetic spectrum, so a number of people have questioned what is hidden from us, and are exploring the invisible world around us. Trevor James...
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Tennessee Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar SpeciesFrom the high mountain peaks in the Appalachians to the Mississippi River bottomlands, Tennessee is rich in bird life, making it a great place for exploring and learning about avian life. State bird Northern Mockingbird is especially ubiquitous, found in a variety of habitats....
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Rocky Mountain Birds: An Introduction to Familiar SpeciesThe iconic Rocky Mountains are home to hundreds of birds, the majority of which are either regular breeders or annual migrants. Anywhere from the northern reaches of the range in Alaska to its southern reaches in New Mexico is worthy of exploration and bursting...
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Wild Fibonacci: Nature's Secret Code Revealed1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34. . . Look carefully. Do you see the pattern? Each number above is the sum of the two numbers before it. Though most of us are unfamiliar with it, this numerical series, called the Fibonacci...
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The Handy Dinosaur Answer BookThe mighty dinosaurs were the dominant life form on earth for millions of years. But catastrophe awaited. In what amounts to a geological blink of an eye, the dinosaurs disappeared. This fun-filled fact-book takes you deep into the world of dinosaurs!From Tyrannosaurs to Stegosaurs,...
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Giant Predators of the Ancient SeasA look at prehistoric sea creatures for ages 8-12 The perfect complement to a curriculum encompassing science, natural history, and vocabulary, Giant Predators of the Ancient Seas explores how scientists use fossil clues to learn about the lives and habitats of the most exciting...
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Bring on the BirdsBrightly colored, richly textured illustrations and an energetic rhyming text introduce young readers to birds and their unique qualities. Birds come in all sorts of interesting shapes, sizes, and colors--and many of them can do amazing things as well. From the Blue-footed Booby to...
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Second Nature: Environmental Enrichment for Captive AnimalsGrowing recognition of the complexity of animals' physical, social, and psychological lives in the wild has led both zookeepers and the zoo-going public to call for higher environmental standards for animals in captivity. Bringing together the work of animal behaviorists, zoo biologists, and psychologists,...
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The Math Instinct: Why You're a Mathematical Genius (Along with Lobsters, Birds, Cats, and Dogs)There are two kinds of math: the hard kind and the easy kind. The easy kind, practiced by ants, shrimp, Welsh Corgis and us is innate. But what innate calculating skills do we humans have? Leaving aside built-in mathematics, such as the visual system,...
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Zoobots: Wild Robots Inspired by Real AnimalsInnovations in the world of robotics are multiplying, with many cutting-edge breakthroughs, and this exciting and timely new book for young readers explores one particularly intriguing area: the world of robo-animals, or zoobots. In an attempt to design robots that can solve problems or...
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Animal Metropolis: Histories of Human-Animal Relations in Urban CanadaAnimal Metropolis brings a Canadian perspective to the growing field of animal history, ranging across species and cities, from the beavers who engineered Stanley Park to the carthorses who shaped the city of Montreal. Some essays consider animals as spectacle: orca captivity in Vancouver,...
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Giraffe Coloring Books for Adults: Relaxing Coloring Book For GrownupsAdult Coloring Book Unique Designs to Color - COLOURING BOOKS FOR GROWN-UPS - Many coloring pages designed for adults - Each coloring page is designed to help relax and inspire - The variety of pages ensure something for every skill level - Use your...
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Pink DolphinsDo you love dolphins? Did you know that some dolphins look pink? Read this book to learn about pink dolphins' amazing adaptations.Author: Claire Vanden BrandenPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.75w x 0.10dISBN: 9781543575118Audience: Ages 9-12Accelerated Reader:Reading Level: 3.2Point Value:...
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Naked Mole-RatsDo you love rodents? Did you know that there's a rodent with no fur? Read this book to learn about the naked mole rat's amazing adaptations.Author: Emily HuddPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.20w x 0.30dISBN: 9781543571615Audience: Ages 9-12Accelerated Reader:Reading...
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