Author: Matt Jankowski
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1482456699
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Burmese pythons are a popular kind of pet snake in the United States. However, theyre meant to live in India and parts of Chinanot Florida. These huge snakes can harm people and generally disrupt the food chain of southern Florida enough for them to be called an invasive species. This book introduces readers to the concept of native and invasive animals through the facts surrounding the spread of Burmese pythons. The main content covers how the snakes came to be in southern Florida, their harm to the environment, and modern ways conservation groups are trying to stop their spread.
Attack of the Burmese Pythons
Author: Matt Jankowski
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1482456699
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Burmese pythons are a popular kind of pet snake in the United States. However, theyre meant to live in India and parts of Chinanot Florida. These huge snakes can harm people and generally disrupt the food chain of southern Florida enough for them to be called an invasive species. This book introduces readers to the concept of native and invasive animals through the facts surrounding the spread of Burmese pythons. The main content covers how the snakes came to be in southern Florida, their harm to the environment, and modern ways conservation groups are trying to stop their spread.
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1482456699
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Burmese pythons are a popular kind of pet snake in the United States. However, theyre meant to live in India and parts of Chinanot Florida. These huge snakes can harm people and generally disrupt the food chain of southern Florida enough for them to be called an invasive species. This book introduces readers to the concept of native and invasive animals through the facts surrounding the spread of Burmese pythons. The main content covers how the snakes came to be in southern Florida, their harm to the environment, and modern ways conservation groups are trying to stop their spread.
Snake Attack
Author: Lisa Owings
Publisher: Bellwether Media
ISBN: 1612116442
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Sometimes danger creeps at your feet, especially in the case of snakes. Many are completely harmless, but others can deliver a lethal bite or suffocating squeeze. Once a slithering serpent has a hold on you, it's nearly impossible to escape. Hear a couple gripping stories of survival while you sink your fangs into this title.
Publisher: Bellwether Media
ISBN: 1612116442
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Sometimes danger creeps at your feet, especially in the case of snakes. Many are completely harmless, but others can deliver a lethal bite or suffocating squeeze. Once a slithering serpent has a hold on you, it's nearly impossible to escape. Hear a couple gripping stories of survival while you sink your fangs into this title.
Environmental ScienceBites
Author: Kylienne A. Clark
Publisher: The Ohio State University
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 594
Book Description
This book was written by undergraduate students at The Ohio State University (OSU) who were enrolled in the class Introduction to Environmental Science. The chapters describe some of Earth's major environmental challenges and discuss ways that humans are using cutting-edge science and engineering to provide sustainable solutions to these problems. Topics are as diverse as the students, who represent virtually every department, school and college at OSU. The environmental issue that is described in each chapter is particularly important to the author, who hopes that their story will serve as inspiration to protect Earth for all life.
Publisher: The Ohio State University
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 594
Book Description
This book was written by undergraduate students at The Ohio State University (OSU) who were enrolled in the class Introduction to Environmental Science. The chapters describe some of Earth's major environmental challenges and discuss ways that humans are using cutting-edge science and engineering to provide sustainable solutions to these problems. Topics are as diverse as the students, who represent virtually every department, school and college at OSU. The environmental issue that is described in each chapter is particularly important to the author, who hopes that their story will serve as inspiration to protect Earth for all life.
Burmese Pythons
Author: Barbara J. Ciletti
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780716696834
Category : Burmese python
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
"Through dynamic infographics, charts, up-close photos and strong reading level control, this title explores the invasion of Burmese pythons, including where they came from and their impact within biomes and food webs." --
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780716696834
Category : Burmese python
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
"Through dynamic infographics, charts, up-close photos and strong reading level control, this title explores the invasion of Burmese pythons, including where they came from and their impact within biomes and food webs." --
Tracking Pythons
Author: Kate Messner
Publisher: Millbrook Press (Tm)
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A fascinating look at Burmese pythons, how they're changing the south Florida ecosystem, and what scientists are doing to try to keep them in check. An intriguing new release from award-winning author Kate Messner.
Publisher: Millbrook Press (Tm)
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A fascinating look at Burmese pythons, how they're changing the south Florida ecosystem, and what scientists are doing to try to keep them in check. An intriguing new release from award-winning author Kate Messner.
Burmese Pythons
Author: Barbara Ciletti
Publisher: Bolt!
ISBN: 9781680720174
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Examines how Burmese pythons invade and affect their habitats and what you can do to avoid them.-
Publisher: Bolt!
ISBN: 9781680720174
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Examines how Burmese pythons invade and affect their habitats and what you can do to avoid them.-
Burmese Pythons
Author: John Coborn
Publisher: TFH Publications
ISBN: 9780793802630
Category : Burmese python
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Pet owner's guide
Publisher: TFH Publications
ISBN: 9780793802630
Category : Burmese python
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Pet owner's guide
Beware the Burmese Pythons
Author: Etta Kaner
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1525304461
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
A kid-friendly introduction to invasive animal species. It might not seem like a big deal when a non-native animal species finds its way to a new environment. But it can be! Especially when these species end up destroying the ecosystem in their new neighborhood! Here are stories of 10 of these invasive species — from tiny cactus moths to ginormous Burmese pythons — from how they got to their current homes (it was always humans who brought them!) to the damage they’re causing there. Who knew there were so many “aliens” living among us? Kids will want to find out more!
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1525304461
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
A kid-friendly introduction to invasive animal species. It might not seem like a big deal when a non-native animal species finds its way to a new environment. But it can be! Especially when these species end up destroying the ecosystem in their new neighborhood! Here are stories of 10 of these invasive species — from tiny cactus moths to ginormous Burmese pythons — from how they got to their current homes (it was always humans who brought them!) to the damage they’re causing there. Who knew there were so many “aliens” living among us? Kids will want to find out more!
Black Mambas
Author: Nancy White
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1597169226
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
The black mamba is one of the most dangerous snakes in the world. It is big, fast, and very aggressive when threatened. It is also highly poisonous: a black mamba’s potent venom can kill a person within 20 minutes. A single bite has enough venom to kill 20-40 grown men! Needless to say, without treatment a black mamba bite is 100% fatal. Packed with fascinating facts and large, colorful photos, Black Mambas: Sudden Death! introduces emergent readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of this deadly serpent.
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1597169226
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
The black mamba is one of the most dangerous snakes in the world. It is big, fast, and very aggressive when threatened. It is also highly poisonous: a black mamba’s potent venom can kill a person within 20 minutes. A single bite has enough venom to kill 20-40 grown men! Needless to say, without treatment a black mamba bite is 100% fatal. Packed with fascinating facts and large, colorful photos, Black Mambas: Sudden Death! introduces emergent readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of this deadly serpent.
Snake Invasion
Author: Doug Wilhelm
Publisher: Choose Your Own Nightmare
ISBN: 9781937133528
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Humans are responsible for the extinction of animal species and other changes to our planet. Sometimes these changes are caused by the most insignificant-seeming decisions. When the residents of your small Florida town allowed some Burmese pythons to go free into the Everglades, they didnt consider that unlike in their natural habitats, here in the United States, these snakes have no natural predatorsand limited prey. Your safe suburban town is about to be surrounded by renegade snakes who have spent the last several years quietly eating all of the mammals they can find in the swamp. They had enough to eat for awhile. But now they are hungry. And you might be their next snack!
Publisher: Choose Your Own Nightmare
ISBN: 9781937133528
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Humans are responsible for the extinction of animal species and other changes to our planet. Sometimes these changes are caused by the most insignificant-seeming decisions. When the residents of your small Florida town allowed some Burmese pythons to go free into the Everglades, they didnt consider that unlike in their natural habitats, here in the United States, these snakes have no natural predatorsand limited prey. Your safe suburban town is about to be surrounded by renegade snakes who have spent the last several years quietly eating all of the mammals they can find in the swamp. They had enough to eat for awhile. But now they are hungry. And you might be their next snack!