Author: Philip Whitfield
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780026276801
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 600
Book Description
Catalogs thousands of animal species, with information on conservation status, common and scientific names, habitat, behavior, and physiology
Macmillan Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia
Author: Philip Whitfield
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780026276801
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 600
Book Description
Catalogs thousands of animal species, with information on conservation status, common and scientific names, habitat, behavior, and physiology
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780026276801
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 600
Book Description
Catalogs thousands of animal species, with information on conservation status, common and scientific names, habitat, behavior, and physiology
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Wildlife
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781559050524
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781559050524
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animal Life
Author: Charlotte Uhlenbroek
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9781405374279
Category : Animal behavior
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A thrilling face-to-face encounter with the intimate lives, elaborate displays and extraordinary behaviour of animals in the wild Internationally renowned zoologist and TV presenter, Charlotte Uhlenbroek, brings the animal kingdom to vivid life in the Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animal Life. Illustrated with astonishing wildlife photography and action sequences, every aspect of animal life and behaviour is explored and explained - from courtship rituals and birth to hunting and death. Mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates - thousands of all kinds are featured as well as explanations on how the animal kingdom is organised and how animals' bodies function. Plus, critical conservation issues are also explored. From the fleeting life of a mayfly to the ten-year courtship of the manakin, the Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animal Life lays bare the animal kingdom in all its awe-inspiring glory and detail.
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9781405374279
Category : Animal behavior
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A thrilling face-to-face encounter with the intimate lives, elaborate displays and extraordinary behaviour of animals in the wild Internationally renowned zoologist and TV presenter, Charlotte Uhlenbroek, brings the animal kingdom to vivid life in the Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animal Life. Illustrated with astonishing wildlife photography and action sequences, every aspect of animal life and behaviour is explored and explained - from courtship rituals and birth to hunting and death. Mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates - thousands of all kinds are featured as well as explanations on how the animal kingdom is organised and how animals' bodies function. Plus, critical conservation issues are also explored. From the fleeting life of a mayfly to the ten-year courtship of the manakin, the Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animal Life lays bare the animal kingdom in all its awe-inspiring glory and detail.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animals of the World
Author: Tom Jackson
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
ISBN: 9781780191089
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Beginning with a biological and evolutionary overview of the animal kingdom, this text examines a range of animal characteristics, including anatomy, survival instinct and reproduction.
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
ISBN: 9781780191089
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Beginning with a biological and evolutionary overview of the animal kingdom, this text examines a range of animal characteristics, including anatomy, survival instinct and reproduction.
The New Encyclopedia of American Animals
Author: Tom Jackson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780681103863
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
An illustrated guide to over 650 amphibians, reptiles and mammals of the United States, Canada, Central and South America, detailing distribution, habitat, food, size, life span and conservation status. A natural history section explains how these animals are adapted to their habitat and food sources, with information about anatomy, reproduction, ecology, migration, hibernation, biomes, endangered species and wildlife conservation. Over 900 color photographs and specially commissioned illustrations and maps for each of the species featured--Cover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780681103863
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
An illustrated guide to over 650 amphibians, reptiles and mammals of the United States, Canada, Central and South America, detailing distribution, habitat, food, size, life span and conservation status. A natural history section explains how these animals are adapted to their habitat and food sources, with information about anatomy, reproduction, ecology, migration, hibernation, biomes, endangered species and wildlife conservation. Over 900 color photographs and specially commissioned illustrations and maps for each of the species featured--Cover.
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of 'Ugly' Animals
Author: Sami Bayly
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1526363054
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Marvel as you enter the fascinating hidden world of ugly animals in this encyclopaedia of the animal kingdom's most unusual and and so-called 'ugly' species. It's time to see ugliness in a whole new light! With more than sixty animals to explore, this compendium of the unusual celebrates the beauty in 'ugliness'. Children and adults alike will pore over the breathtaking scientific illustrations of unusual animals, discovering why these animals developed such extraordinary features and learning about science and nature along the way. Featuring illustrations and facts about the thorniest species the animal kingdom has to offer, from the naked mole rat to the goblin shark, aye-aye, blobfish and many more. This gorgeous book is illustrated in exquisite detail by debut artist, Sami Bayly.
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1526363054
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Marvel as you enter the fascinating hidden world of ugly animals in this encyclopaedia of the animal kingdom's most unusual and and so-called 'ugly' species. It's time to see ugliness in a whole new light! With more than sixty animals to explore, this compendium of the unusual celebrates the beauty in 'ugliness'. Children and adults alike will pore over the breathtaking scientific illustrations of unusual animals, discovering why these animals developed such extraordinary features and learning about science and nature along the way. Featuring illustrations and facts about the thorniest species the animal kingdom has to offer, from the naked mole rat to the goblin shark, aye-aye, blobfish and many more. This gorgeous book is illustrated in exquisite detail by debut artist, Sami Bayly.
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals
Author: Sami Bayly
Publisher: Wren & Rook
ISBN: 9781526364890
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Discover more than 60 of the world's most dangerous animals and the facts behind their bad reputations, including the highly venomous Brazilian wandering spider and the truly terrifying Tasmanian Devil. The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals is a fascinating compendium of the strange and the dangerous of the animal kingdom. Did you know that African buffaloes have good memories and have been known to attack people who have hurt them in the past? And that piranha fish can smell a single drop of blood in 200 litres of water? Have you heard of the carnivorous caterpillars of Hawaii? But don't panic - these animals are not actually out to get us! They have simply evolved some amazing features to protect themselves from predators, including us humans. With detailed illustrations to pore over, curious children (and the adults in their lives) will love discovering the facts behind the bad reputations of these truly fascinating creatures. From the talented author and illustrator of The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of 'Ugly' Animals, Sami Bayly.
Publisher: Wren & Rook
ISBN: 9781526364890
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Discover more than 60 of the world's most dangerous animals and the facts behind their bad reputations, including the highly venomous Brazilian wandering spider and the truly terrifying Tasmanian Devil. The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals is a fascinating compendium of the strange and the dangerous of the animal kingdom. Did you know that African buffaloes have good memories and have been known to attack people who have hurt them in the past? And that piranha fish can smell a single drop of blood in 200 litres of water? Have you heard of the carnivorous caterpillars of Hawaii? But don't panic - these animals are not actually out to get us! They have simply evolved some amazing features to protect themselves from predators, including us humans. With detailed illustrations to pore over, curious children (and the adults in their lives) will love discovering the facts behind the bad reputations of these truly fascinating creatures. From the talented author and illustrator of The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of 'Ugly' Animals, Sami Bayly.
The Encyclopedia of Animals
Author:
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520244060
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 619
Book Description
This lavishly illustrated trade reference to mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, and invertebrates features hundreds of glorious photos, masterful illustrations, and informative maps.
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520244060
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 619
Book Description
This lavishly illustrated trade reference to mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, and invertebrates features hundreds of glorious photos, masterful illustrations, and informative maps.
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Peculiar Pairs in Nature
Author: Sami Bayly
Publisher: Lothian Children's Books
ISBN: 9780734420046
Category : Animal behavior
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
SHORTLISTED CBCA BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2022 - EVE POWNALL AWARD Come along for another fresh take on the animal kingdom from bestselling author and illustrator, Sami Bayly. Discover 60 of the most peculiar pairs in nature and learn how plant and animal species rely on each other for their survival. Whether it be a rare tick living in the fur of a pygmy possum, a stick insect feasting and hiding out amongst the Melaleuca or a handfish laying its eggs on a sea squirt, incredible natural relationships deserve to be explored and celebrated. Investigating all types of relationships, from symbiotic to parasitic, this is an eye-opening guide to the natural world. Many species steer clear of those who are different, but the animals and plants in this book have evolved to form relationships with some of the most unlikely partners, and they couldn't live without them. This gorgeous hardcover book is illustrated in exquisite detail by award-winning author and illustrator, Sami Bayly. The perfect companion to The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals and The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals.
Publisher: Lothian Children's Books
ISBN: 9780734420046
Category : Animal behavior
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
SHORTLISTED CBCA BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2022 - EVE POWNALL AWARD Come along for another fresh take on the animal kingdom from bestselling author and illustrator, Sami Bayly. Discover 60 of the most peculiar pairs in nature and learn how plant and animal species rely on each other for their survival. Whether it be a rare tick living in the fur of a pygmy possum, a stick insect feasting and hiding out amongst the Melaleuca or a handfish laying its eggs on a sea squirt, incredible natural relationships deserve to be explored and celebrated. Investigating all types of relationships, from symbiotic to parasitic, this is an eye-opening guide to the natural world. Many species steer clear of those who are different, but the animals and plants in this book have evolved to form relationships with some of the most unlikely partners, and they couldn't live without them. This gorgeous hardcover book is illustrated in exquisite detail by award-winning author and illustrator, Sami Bayly. The perfect companion to The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals and The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals.
The Encyclopedia of Super Villains
Author: Jeff Rovin
Publisher: Facts on File
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 472
Book Description
Alphabetically listed and crossreferenced, "Who's Who"--Style biographies of nearly 1000 evil and ruthless characters from mass media.
Publisher: Facts on File
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 472
Book Description
Alphabetically listed and crossreferenced, "Who's Who"--Style biographies of nearly 1000 evil and ruthless characters from mass media.