Crocodiles (Nature Fact File)

by Barbara Taylor (Author), Barbara Taylor (Author), Richard Griffiths O.B.E. (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2003

  $4.27

  This title is part of an award-winning series that explores the world of nature and its creatures. Take and in-depth look at all aspects of animal life, from feeding to life cycles and habitats. Did you know? spirals throughout provide little-known and quirky wildlife facts. This comprehensive guide offers an insight into the exciting world of caimans, gharials, crocodiles and alligators. Find out about the surprising, caring side to their nature, how these reptiles dive without drowning, and discover Nile crocodiles attacking their prey while detailed cross-sections and diagrams reveal the complex inner workings of a crocodilian's body.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2000

  $3.31

  The fascinating world of nature and its creatures are explored in this series, with specially commissioned photography and text written by experts. Five feature spreads focus on a particular species or a distinguishing aspect of each animal, whilst myth boxes explore legends and stories about respective animals from many cultures and ages. In this title from the series, discover the differences between alligators, gharials, crocodiles and caimans, examine the gentle, nurturing side to their nature, and learn how crocodilians regulate their body temperature.