Author: Henry Thatcher
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477761071
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
There are over 5,600 species of lizards, and they vary wildly. The smallest known lizard is the gecko. The largest is the Komodo Dragon. Readers will learn about the habitats, behaviors, and more of both species. This informative book encourages critical thinking through comparison.
Komodo Dragons and Geckos
Author: Henry Thatcher
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477761071
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
There are over 5,600 species of lizards, and they vary wildly. The smallest known lizard is the gecko. The largest is the Komodo Dragon. Readers will learn about the habitats, behaviors, and more of both species. This informative book encourages critical thinking through comparison.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477761071
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
There are over 5,600 species of lizards, and they vary wildly. The smallest known lizard is the gecko. The largest is the Komodo Dragon. Readers will learn about the habitats, behaviors, and more of both species. This informative book encourages critical thinking through comparison.
Lizards of the World
Author: Mark O'Shea
Publisher: Ivy Press
ISBN: 1782409572
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Lizards of the World is ultimate book on these fascinating creatures, featuring the all the different types of lizard worldwide. As survivors from the time of the dinosaurs, lizards are scaly, cold-blooded, living fossils—relics from a prehistoric world that remain alive and well in ours. Lizards exert a morbid fascination, in many mythologies they are dark creatures, symbolizing death and misfortune. From chameleons and skinks to geckos and iguanas, Lizards of the World brings these creatures firmly into the light, to reveal their extraordinary diversity Found in almost every type of terrain globally, there are almost 6,500 species of lizard, including lizards with frills, horns, or wings, those that drop their tails, and others that squirt blood from their eyes. Here, the lizard family and subfamily profiles, organized phylogenetically, are illustrated with stunning photography. Each profile includes a population distribution map, a table of essential information, and a fascinating commentary revealing notable characteristics, fresh scientific understanding, and the diversity of species. Written by world-renowned herpetologist Mark O’Shea, Lizards of the World is a magnificent showcase of the natural history and beauty of these remarkable reptiles.
Publisher: Ivy Press
ISBN: 1782409572
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Lizards of the World is ultimate book on these fascinating creatures, featuring the all the different types of lizard worldwide. As survivors from the time of the dinosaurs, lizards are scaly, cold-blooded, living fossils—relics from a prehistoric world that remain alive and well in ours. Lizards exert a morbid fascination, in many mythologies they are dark creatures, symbolizing death and misfortune. From chameleons and skinks to geckos and iguanas, Lizards of the World brings these creatures firmly into the light, to reveal their extraordinary diversity Found in almost every type of terrain globally, there are almost 6,500 species of lizard, including lizards with frills, horns, or wings, those that drop their tails, and others that squirt blood from their eyes. Here, the lizard family and subfamily profiles, organized phylogenetically, are illustrated with stunning photography. Each profile includes a population distribution map, a table of essential information, and a fascinating commentary revealing notable characteristics, fresh scientific understanding, and the diversity of species. Written by world-renowned herpetologist Mark O’Shea, Lizards of the World is a magnificent showcase of the natural history and beauty of these remarkable reptiles.
Komodo Dragons, Lizards, and Salamanders for Kids
Author: Molly Davidson
Publisher: Mendon Cottage Books
ISBN: 1310911029
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
Table of Contents Introduction Komodo Dragon Facts What is a Komodo Dragon? What do Komodo Dragons Look Like? Where Do Komodo Dragons Live? The Komodo Dragon Home The Komodo Dragons Senses What do Komodo Dragons Eat? What Eats The Komodo Dragon? The Komodo Dagon Family Komodo Dragons in Captivity Why Are Komodo Dragons Vulnerable? When Komodo Dragons Attack Could I keep a Komodo dragon as a pet? Lizards What is a lizard? What kinds of lizards are there? Where do lizards live? The history of lizards and humans What is a gecko? What is an iguana? What is a horny toad? Why aren't frogs, toads, alligators, and crocodiles lizards? A little more about lizards Salamanders About Salamanders External Features Senses Diet Defence Mechanisms Myths and Legends Tiger salamander Flatwoods salamander Northwestern salamander Jefferson salamander Long- toed salamander Cave salamander Red Hills salamander Northern zigzag salamander Clouded salamander Green salamander Conclusion Publisher Introduction The Komodo dragon, lizards, and salamanders are all reptiles, have four legs, and a tail. What is the difference between these? Can they be kept as pets? Let's read and find out the answers to these, and many more, questions.
Publisher: Mendon Cottage Books
ISBN: 1310911029
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
Table of Contents Introduction Komodo Dragon Facts What is a Komodo Dragon? What do Komodo Dragons Look Like? Where Do Komodo Dragons Live? The Komodo Dragon Home The Komodo Dragons Senses What do Komodo Dragons Eat? What Eats The Komodo Dragon? The Komodo Dagon Family Komodo Dragons in Captivity Why Are Komodo Dragons Vulnerable? When Komodo Dragons Attack Could I keep a Komodo dragon as a pet? Lizards What is a lizard? What kinds of lizards are there? Where do lizards live? The history of lizards and humans What is a gecko? What is an iguana? What is a horny toad? Why aren't frogs, toads, alligators, and crocodiles lizards? A little more about lizards Salamanders About Salamanders External Features Senses Diet Defence Mechanisms Myths and Legends Tiger salamander Flatwoods salamander Northwestern salamander Jefferson salamander Long- toed salamander Cave salamander Red Hills salamander Northern zigzag salamander Clouded salamander Green salamander Conclusion Publisher Introduction The Komodo dragon, lizards, and salamanders are all reptiles, have four legs, and a tail. What is the difference between these? Can they be kept as pets? Let's read and find out the answers to these, and many more, questions.
Get to Know Komodo Dragons
Author: Flora Brett
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
ISBN: 1491422467
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
"Discusses Komodo dragons, including their physical features, habitat, range, diet, and life cycle.--
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
ISBN: 1491422467
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
"Discusses Komodo dragons, including their physical features, habitat, range, diet, and life cycle.--
My Favorite Animal: Lynx
Author: Victoria Marcos
Publisher: Xist Publishing
ISBN: 162395522X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
Learn all about lynx in this informational picture book. Kids ages 4-8 will enjoy learning about lynx through beautiful photos, engaging text and fun questions to test comprehension throughout the book.
Publisher: Xist Publishing
ISBN: 162395522X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
Learn all about lynx in this informational picture book. Kids ages 4-8 will enjoy learning about lynx through beautiful photos, engaging text and fun questions to test comprehension throughout the book.
Reptiles
Author: Thomas Stainforth Kemp
Publisher:
ISBN: 0198806418
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
From dinosaurs to lizards, snakes, and turtles, Tom Kemp considers the range of reptiles which have walked our Earth. Exploring how evolutionary adaptions have fitted them to their individual niches, he discusses their biology, such as cold bloodedness and feeding habits, and analyses why reptiles have been so successful throughout history.
Publisher:
ISBN: 0198806418
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
From dinosaurs to lizards, snakes, and turtles, Tom Kemp considers the range of reptiles which have walked our Earth. Exploring how evolutionary adaptions have fitted them to their individual niches, he discusses their biology, such as cold bloodedness and feeding habits, and analyses why reptiles have been so successful throughout history.
Gecko or Komodo Dragon (Wild World: Pets and Wild Animals)
Author: Brenna Maloney
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338899880
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Why are dogs pets and wolves wild? How are they similar? How are they different? Find out with this new series of books! Geckos and Komodo dragons are different animals. Geckos can be pets and live with people. Komodo dragons are wild and live in nature. But these lizards do have some things in common, such as a body covered in scales, long tongues, and strong tails. Get ready to discover a lot more about geckos and Komodo dragons - what they share and the many ways they are different! ABOUT THE SERIES: Do cats have anything in common with tigers? What about dogs and wolves, horses and zebras, or geckos and Komodo dragons? Discover the many ways in which how these animals look like, eat, care for their young, and survive are the same and different! All the books in the series include vibrant full-color photographs throughout with short blocks of text to entertain and explain. Encourages compare-and-contrast skill development. The series has strong curricular ties to science and the natural world.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338899880
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Why are dogs pets and wolves wild? How are they similar? How are they different? Find out with this new series of books! Geckos and Komodo dragons are different animals. Geckos can be pets and live with people. Komodo dragons are wild and live in nature. But these lizards do have some things in common, such as a body covered in scales, long tongues, and strong tails. Get ready to discover a lot more about geckos and Komodo dragons - what they share and the many ways they are different! ABOUT THE SERIES: Do cats have anything in common with tigers? What about dogs and wolves, horses and zebras, or geckos and Komodo dragons? Discover the many ways in which how these animals look like, eat, care for their young, and survive are the same and different! All the books in the series include vibrant full-color photographs throughout with short blocks of text to entertain and explain. Encourages compare-and-contrast skill development. The series has strong curricular ties to science and the natural world.
Guess the Lizard
Author: Kari Noel
Publisher: Gray Duck Creative Works
ISBN: 1647720281
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Ten mystery lizards make fashion statements in this book. There is one wearing a large cape.There is another one covered in edgy spikes. There is even one waving a beautiful fan.Which of the lizards will young readers instantly know by style cues alone?
Publisher: Gray Duck Creative Works
ISBN: 1647720281
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Ten mystery lizards make fashion statements in this book. There is one wearing a large cape.There is another one covered in edgy spikes. There is even one waving a beautiful fan.Which of the lizards will young readers instantly know by style cues alone?
Lizards
Author: Christopher Nicholas
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789798765407
Category : Lizards
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Ever wondered why some lizards' tails break off-and what happens afterward? Or what lizard is big enough to swallow a goat? Or what lizard can squirt blood from its eyes? This book provides young readers with answers to these and other questions about lizards.--
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789798765407
Category : Lizards
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Ever wondered why some lizards' tails break off-and what happens afterward? Or what lizard is big enough to swallow a goat? Or what lizard can squirt blood from its eyes? This book provides young readers with answers to these and other questions about lizards.--
Bearded Dragons
Author: Elizabeth Raum
Publisher: Lizards
ISBN: 9781625883070
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Describes bearded dragons, including what they look like, where they live, some of their behaviors, how they reproduce, and how they fit in the world.
Publisher: Lizards
ISBN: 9781625883070
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Describes bearded dragons, including what they look like, where they live, some of their behaviors, how they reproduce, and how they fit in the world.