Animals in the Wild (Illustrated Wildlife Encyclopedia) (Illustrated Wildlife Encyclopedia S.)

Animals in the Wild (Illustrated Wildlife Encyclopedia) (Illustrated Wildlife Encyclopedia S.)

by Michael Chinery (Author)

Synopsis

Compare the different survival strategies of insects, reptiles, sharks, birds, and mammals. Includes over 800 colour pictures by top wildlife photographers, with amazing sequence shots on metamorphosis, hunting methods, and unusual habitats. An ideal reference book for 8 - 12-year-olds that supports schools studies on life processes in the natural world. This fantastic encyclopedia presents a huge range of animals, from beetles and snakes to wolves and elephants, and also includes sea creatures such as sharks and dolphins. This wide-ranging approach highlights the contrasts and similarities between species. This book is an invaluable supplement to school studies. It sets out the link between animals and their environment clearly, bringing the subject to life with action-packed photography and lively, informative text.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 264
Publisher: Lorenz Books
Published: 25 Feb 2005

ISBN 10: 0754814416
ISBN 13: 9780754814412

Author Bio
Michael Chinery, the consultant, has studied botany, zoology and anthropology at Cambridge University, England. He has worked as an editor on a science magazine for young people, and on a British wildlife magazine. As a freelance editor and writer, he has contributed numerous articls to natural history magazines, and written and edited definitive field guides.