Zoology
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Of Cockroaches and Crickets: Learning to Love Creatures That Skitter and JumpFor many people, cockroaches are the most pesky of pests. In this funny and fascinating book, Frank reveals his love and admiration for so-called "nasty" creatures like cockroaches, crickets, and more. He shows us that even seemingly terrifying insects are beautiful in their own...
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Snakes: Biology, Diversity, and BehaviorSnakes is a comprehensive introduction to the biology and natural history of this ecologically diverse and important group of animals. From garter snakes and vipers to boas and pythons, authors David Gower, Katie Garrett, and Simon Maddock showcase the variety and complexity of a...
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Behavioral Ecology of PrimatesThe mammals which belong to the group that includes the lemurs, lorises, tarsiers, monkeys, apes, and humans are known as primates. Some of their characteristic features are larger brains relative to body size, increased reliance on vision instead of sense of smell, and opposable...
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After the Dinosaurs: The Age of MammalsThe fascinating group of animals called dinosaurs became extinct some 65 million years ago (except for their feathered descendants). In their place evolved an enormous variety of land creatures, especially mammals, which in their way were every bit as remarkable as their Mesozoic cousins....
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Smithsonian Kids OrangutansLearn all about the fascinating, long-haired endangered great apes that call the rainforest trees their home. Discover their preferred habitat, favorite foods, common traits, exciting facts about their babies, and why they have been named "person of the forest" in this fun and educational...
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Critters of Florida: Pocket Guide to Animals in Your StateGet the perfect kids' introduction to Florida's mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.Put nature in the hands of children! Critters of Florida is your wildlife pocket guide that's informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wildlife biologist Alex Troutman, this handy book presents 67...
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Essential OrnithologyOrnithology is a branch of zoology that deals with the study of birds. Feathers, rapid metabolic rate, sturdy yet lightweight skeleton, toothless beaked jaws, a four-chambered heart, and laying hard-shelled eggs are the main characteristics of birds. Their sense of smell is poor and...
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Zoology for Kids: Understanding and Working with Animals, with 21 Activities Volume 54This engaging resource provides readers with new knowledge, a healthy respect for the animal kingdom, and the idea that they can pursue animal-related careers and make a difference to preserve and protect the natural world.Author: Josh Hestermann, Bethanie HestermannPublisher: Chicago Review PressPublished: 03/01/2015Pages: 144Binding...
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Why Do We Need Bats?Discover why BATS are important to our world in this photo-filled nonfiction book for budding young scientists. Does the spooky image of a bat scare you? These unusual mammals are good for much more than a fright. Bats help pollinate plants. They help keep...
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True or False? SharksAuthor: World BookPublisher: World Book, Inc.Published: 09/01/2023Pages: 98Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.91lbsSize: 8.00h x 8.00w x 0.44dISBN: 9780716654261This title is not returnable
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Studies on the Taxonomy of Crustaceans: Professor Ruiyu Liu Memorial VolumeThis volume is devoted to the memory of the eminent carcinologist Professor Ruiyu Liu (1922-2012) of the Institute of Oceanology of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao, China. Since 1949, Professor Liu had devoted his life to studying taxonomy, systematics, ecology, zoogeography and aquaculture and...
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Siberian Tiger vs. Saber-Tooth CatIt's a battle between two fearsome, fanged beasts! Today, the Siberian tiger holds the record as the world's biggest cat. But in prehistoric times, the saber-tooth cat held that title as it prowled the land for prey. Learn what makes these similar animals such...
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Rhinoceros vs. TriceratopsIt's a clash between two horned beasts! The rhinoceros is one of the largest animals living on land today. But millions of years ago, the triceratops was one of the biggest and most powerful beasts of its time. Learn what makes these similar creatures...
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Piping Hot Bees and Boisterous Buzz-Runners: 20 Mysteries of Honey Bee Behavior SolvedA biologist's up-close account of how he and fellow biologists cracked long-standing puzzles about honey bee behavior Piping Hot Bees and Boisterous Buzz-Runners takes readers inside a world seldom seen even by beekeepers, shedding light on twenty of the most compelling mysteries of honey...
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Pavlov's Legacy: How and What Animals LearnPavlov claimed that his experiments with dogs would transform the study of psychology and the treatment of mental illness. His work inspired researchers to study how animals learn to traverse mazes, avoid shocks, or press levers to obtain food, and also to compare the...
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National Geographic Kids Everything Pets: Furry Facts, Photos, and Fun-Unleashed!Let the fur fly with tons of photos and facts about our animal friends. Did you know that a cat's top speed is about 31 miles per hour, that a dog can make about 100 different facial expressions, or that many birds' feathers weigh...
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Mammals UnlockedBehold the wild world of mammals! How does a platypus fight? Where does a marmot spend the winter? When does a camel need water? Unlock the answer to all these secrets and more in this illustrated guide to the world's most interesting mammals. Fuzzy,...
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Just Joking CatsYou'll purr with delight at the latest Just Joking, this time all about cats Discover crazy cat pictures and captions, laugh-out-loud lists, kitty knock-knocks, funny puns, tongue twisters, and more to share with friends and family. Plus read hilarious profiles of 10 real-life cat-lebrities....
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Guess My Animal!: Endangered Species Charades; A Roaring, Dancing, Wiggling Game for the Whole Family!Learn about 40 endangered animals and their wild and wacky behaviors with this interactive card game featuring a pull-out poster showing every animal, and a colorful booklet with more fascinating facts about their habitat, diet, and behavior. The charade activities in the card game...
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Great White Shark vs. MegalodonIt's a battle between two terrifying, tooth-filled predators! The great white shark is today's largest predatory fish. But millions of years ago, megalodon ruled the seas as the ocean's deadliest hunter. Learn what makes these similar monsters of the sea so deadly. Then decide...
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