Zoology

A remarkable look at the rarest butterflies, how global changes threaten their existence, and how we can bring them back from near-extinction Most of us have heard of such popular butterflies as the Monarch or Painted Lady. But what about the Fender's Blue? Or...

Combining anecdotes with scientific data, this book is a journalistic inquiry into what is currently known about zoos and aquariums as sociocultural intersections of mission, public perception, and on-site meaning making. The authors draw on conservation psychology and other social science research to explore...

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The ideal textbook for non-science majors, this lively and engaging introduction encourages students to ask questions, assess data critically and think like a scientist. Building on the success of previous editions, Dinosaurs has been thoroughly updated to include new discoveries in the field, such...

Each living thing in nature follows a life cycle. Come with us as we explore growing up from tadpole to frog A tadpole wiggles out into the water. Its body begins to change and grow. Soon it will be a full-grown frog. Get an...

Who made the world and all the creatures in it? God did Author and illustrator Sarah Jean Collins uses winsome rhymes and colorful geometric illustrations to teach children about Creation, tropical rain forests, and sea life while also reminding them that, as much as...

Animals Illustrated mixes fun-filled animal facts suitable for the youngest of readers with intricately detailed illustrations to create a unique and beautiful collection of children's non-fiction books about Arctic animals. Each volume contains first-hand accounts from authors who live in the Arctic, along with...

Teach your baby all about being a zoologist with this new board book published in partnership with Smithsonian. Scales. Notebooks. Habitats. Microscopes. Zoologists do a lot more than just feed and take care of animals and now young babies and toddlers will be able...

A detailed chronology of developmental milestones drives this life study of giraffes, including their habitats, physical features, and conservation measures taken to protect these towering land animals.Author: Melissa GishPublisher: Creative PaperbacksPublished: 08/18/2020Pages: 32Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 10.60h x 7.90w x 0.20dISBN: 9781628328707Audience: Ages 9-12Accelerated...

"Fun and engaging." --School Library Connection "A fast, fascinating read that captures the strong bond between dog and owner." --School Library Journal In this young readers edition of the New York Times bestseller, Cat Warren and her canine companion, Solo, teach readers that the...

A New York Times Editor's Pick ** People Best Books ** Publishers Weekly Most Anticipated Books ** Chicago Tribune 28 Books You Need to Read Now ** "It blew my mind to discover that adolescent animals and humans are so similar...I loved this book...

ONE OF USA TODAY'S "20 SUMMER BOOKS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS" In the bestselling tradition of works by such authors as Susan Orlean and Mary Roach, a New York Times reporter and Pulitzer Prize finalist explores why so many people--including herself--are obsessed with...

The last comprehensive review of Nottinghamshire's birds was produced more than four decades ago. Much has changed since then, and a new avifauna is long overdue. This book draws together historic reports from the nineteenth century, records from the files of the county bird...

Cada animal cr a a sus hijos de acuerdo a su instinto. Este libro da cuenta de ello en una variada selecci n de animales que va desde los ping inos hasta los guanacos, de los monos a las ballenas. En muchas y diferentes...

Here are some of the most amazIng animal architects in the world. These animals have been building intricate structures since long before humans began constructing complex dwellings: - The log cabin bagworm larva builds a tiny log cabin out of twigs. - Snails make...

Some skill, some luck and lots of fun: sheep colour genetics is like a game of cards This book explains the rules of the game. Assuming no previous knowledge, the book uses a game of cards to visualise the rules that govern colour genetics,...

This easy-to-use identification guide to 280 bird species in Australia, including the most commonly seen and rare endemic species, is perfect for resident and visitor alike. High quality photographs from one of Australia's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include...

What arachnologist worth his salt could forget the arachnid with a two-foot legspan? The Order Amblypygi not only contains world record species, but also some of the most improbable and unbelievable looking members of the Class Arachnida. Otherwise known as whipspiders, these creatures appear...

Squeak Tiny hamsters make fun pets. Some have a solid color and others have three different colors. Some have short tails and others have long tails. Young readers will learn about the appearance and behavior of hamsters, and discover why these curious rodents make...

Dash Hide Splash Ride Exuberant text celebrates all the different ways animals play, from rhinos taking mud baths and parrots somersaulting through the air to kangaroos boxing and dolphins diving through the surf. Additional text explains how playing benefits animals. Fascinating back matter gives...