Author: Kylie Marin Keen
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
ISBN: 1645678970
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 391
Book Description
The Animal Kingdom's Best-Kept Secrets You’ve heard of the blobfish—but what about the northern glass frog, which has skin so translucent you can see its heart? Or the common egg-eater snake, which has a specialized spine to crush eggs after swallowing them? Or even the sea potato, a round brown ball of a creature that creates elaborate tunnel systems under the ocean floor? Dive into a world of obscure, fantastic and downright- weird wildlife, with YouTuber and Animal Fact Files creator Kylie Keen as your guide. This captivating collection of unusual animal facts transports you across countries and continents to learn about the little-known creatures that call our planet home. You’ll discover a plethora of animal behaviors, diets, habitats and more in this exciting collection of over 60 fuzzy, scaly and feathered friends. From deep insights about human-animal relationships to playful fun facts about the world’s most peculiar fauna, Kylie’s approachable, thorough profiles are exciting for kids and adults alike. Consider this a must-have in the library of anyone who wants to be wowed by the unexpected vastness and variety of the natural world.
Mind-Blowing Facts About the Planet's Strangest Animals
Author: Kylie Marin Keen
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
ISBN: 1645678970
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 391
Book Description
The Animal Kingdom's Best-Kept Secrets You’ve heard of the blobfish—but what about the northern glass frog, which has skin so translucent you can see its heart? Or the common egg-eater snake, which has a specialized spine to crush eggs after swallowing them? Or even the sea potato, a round brown ball of a creature that creates elaborate tunnel systems under the ocean floor? Dive into a world of obscure, fantastic and downright- weird wildlife, with YouTuber and Animal Fact Files creator Kylie Keen as your guide. This captivating collection of unusual animal facts transports you across countries and continents to learn about the little-known creatures that call our planet home. You’ll discover a plethora of animal behaviors, diets, habitats and more in this exciting collection of over 60 fuzzy, scaly and feathered friends. From deep insights about human-animal relationships to playful fun facts about the world’s most peculiar fauna, Kylie’s approachable, thorough profiles are exciting for kids and adults alike. Consider this a must-have in the library of anyone who wants to be wowed by the unexpected vastness and variety of the natural world.
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
ISBN: 1645678970
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 391
Book Description
The Animal Kingdom's Best-Kept Secrets You’ve heard of the blobfish—but what about the northern glass frog, which has skin so translucent you can see its heart? Or the common egg-eater snake, which has a specialized spine to crush eggs after swallowing them? Or even the sea potato, a round brown ball of a creature that creates elaborate tunnel systems under the ocean floor? Dive into a world of obscure, fantastic and downright- weird wildlife, with YouTuber and Animal Fact Files creator Kylie Keen as your guide. This captivating collection of unusual animal facts transports you across countries and continents to learn about the little-known creatures that call our planet home. You’ll discover a plethora of animal behaviors, diets, habitats and more in this exciting collection of over 60 fuzzy, scaly and feathered friends. From deep insights about human-animal relationships to playful fun facts about the world’s most peculiar fauna, Kylie’s approachable, thorough profiles are exciting for kids and adults alike. Consider this a must-have in the library of anyone who wants to be wowed by the unexpected vastness and variety of the natural world.
Mammalogy
Author: Terry Vaughan
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN: 0763762997
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 770
Book Description
"Newly revised and extensively updated, the fifth edition of Mammalogy explains and clarifies the subject of mammalian biology as a unified whole, taking care to discuss the latest and most fascinating discoveries in the field. In recent years we witnessed significant changes in the taxonomy of mammals. The authors kept pace with such changes and revised each chapter to reflect the most current data and statistics available. New pedagogical elements, including chapter outlines, lists of key morphological characteristics, and further reading sections, help readers grasp the most important concepts and explore additional content on their own." --Book Jacket.
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN: 0763762997
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 770
Book Description
"Newly revised and extensively updated, the fifth edition of Mammalogy explains and clarifies the subject of mammalian biology as a unified whole, taking care to discuss the latest and most fascinating discoveries in the field. In recent years we witnessed significant changes in the taxonomy of mammals. The authors kept pace with such changes and revised each chapter to reflect the most current data and statistics available. New pedagogical elements, including chapter outlines, lists of key morphological characteristics, and further reading sections, help readers grasp the most important concepts and explore additional content on their own." --Book Jacket.
Calculating Chimpanzees, Brainy Bees, and Other Animals with Mind-Blowing Mathematical Abilities
Author: Stephanie Gibeault
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536230014
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
Could your pet help you with your math homework? Discover how amazing animals use number sense in this fun and fact-filled investigation. Animals know a lot more about numbers than you might think. Guppies can tell large numbers from small ones, hyenas can count, and chimpanzees can use Arabic numerals! Readers will get to know these extraordinary animals and more--and how scientists study their number sense. Each chapter wraps up with an interview with a researcher and a hands-on activity that give readers the chance to challenge their own math skills. Illustrations brimming with personality, along with colorful photos, sidebars, and splashy facts, make for an entertaining delve into these fascinating studies in this second book in the Extraordinary Animals series. A bibliography as well as an "Add to Your Knowledge" section at the back encourage more discovery.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536230014
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
Could your pet help you with your math homework? Discover how amazing animals use number sense in this fun and fact-filled investigation. Animals know a lot more about numbers than you might think. Guppies can tell large numbers from small ones, hyenas can count, and chimpanzees can use Arabic numerals! Readers will get to know these extraordinary animals and more--and how scientists study their number sense. Each chapter wraps up with an interview with a researcher and a hands-on activity that give readers the chance to challenge their own math skills. Illustrations brimming with personality, along with colorful photos, sidebars, and splashy facts, make for an entertaining delve into these fascinating studies in this second book in the Extraordinary Animals series. A bibliography as well as an "Add to Your Knowledge" section at the back encourage more discovery.
Predatory Mammals and Endangered Species
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries. Subcommittee on Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 618
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 618
Book Description
Strange but True: Bizarre Animals
Author: Timothy J. Bradley
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
ISBN: 9781433348617
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Illustrates how adaptations have changed animals' looks and actions and ultimately contribute to their survival.
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
ISBN: 9781433348617
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Illustrates how adaptations have changed animals' looks and actions and ultimately contribute to their survival.
Concealing Coloration in Animals
Author: Judy Diamond
Publisher: Harvard University Press
ISBN: 0674074203
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Color can attract mates, intimidate enemies, and distract predators. But it can also conceal animals from detection. It is an adaptation to the visual features of the environment but also to the perceptual and cognitive capabilities of other organisms. Judy Diamond and Alan Bond reveal factors at work in the evolution of concealing coloration.
Publisher: Harvard University Press
ISBN: 0674074203
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Color can attract mates, intimidate enemies, and distract predators. But it can also conceal animals from detection. It is an adaptation to the visual features of the environment but also to the perceptual and cognitive capabilities of other organisms. Judy Diamond and Alan Bond reveal factors at work in the evolution of concealing coloration.
Strange but True: Bizarre Animals 6-Pack
Author: Timothy Bradley
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
ISBN: 1433348845
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Blobfish, pangolin, and flower mantis are just a few of the names of the bizarre bugs and animals that readers will learn about in this fascinating nonfiction title. Through vibrant images and photos, informational text, a glossary of terms, and an index, readers will learn some of the strange ways that arthropods, invertebrates, and mammals have adapted over time to camouflage themselves and develop interesting ways to keep predators away. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan.
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
ISBN: 1433348845
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Blobfish, pangolin, and flower mantis are just a few of the names of the bizarre bugs and animals that readers will learn about in this fascinating nonfiction title. Through vibrant images and photos, informational text, a glossary of terms, and an index, readers will learn some of the strange ways that arthropods, invertebrates, and mammals have adapted over time to camouflage themselves and develop interesting ways to keep predators away. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan.
Metazoa
Author: Peter Godfrey-Smith
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN: 0374720185
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
"Enthralling . . . breathtaking . . . Metazoa brings an extraordinary and astute look at our own mind’s essential link to the animal world." —The New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice) "A great book . . . [Godfrey-Smith is] brilliant at describing just what he sees, the patterns of behaviour of the animals he observes." —Nigel Warburton, Five Books The scuba-diving philosopher who wrote Other Minds explores the origins of animal consciousness Dip below the ocean’s surface and you are soon confronted by forms of life that could not seem more foreign to our own: sea sponges, soft corals, and serpulid worms, whose rooted bodies, intricate geometry, and flower-like appendages are more reminiscent of plant life or even architecture than anything recognizably animal. Yet these creatures are our cousins. As fellow members of the animal kingdom—the Metazoa—they can teach us much about the evolutionary origins of not only our bodies, but also our minds. In his acclaimed 2016 book, Other Minds, the philosopher and scuba diver Peter Godfrey-Smith explored the mind of the octopus—the closest thing to an intelligent alien on Earth. In Metazoa, Godfrey-Smith expands his inquiry to animals at large, investigating the evolution of subjective experience with the assistance of far-flung species. As he delves into what it feels like to perceive and interact with the world as other life-forms do, Godfrey-Smith shows that the appearance of the animal body well over half a billion years ago was a profound innovation that set life upon a new path. In accessible, riveting prose, he charts the ways that subsequent evolutionary developments—eyes that track, for example, and bodies that move through and manipulate the environment—shaped the subjective lives of animals. Following the evolutionary paths of a glass sponge, soft coral, banded shrimp, octopus, and fish, then moving onto land and the world of insects, birds, and primates like ourselves, Metazoa gathers their stories together in a way that bridges the gap between mind and matter, addressing one of the most vexing philosophical problems: that of consciousness. Combining vivid animal encounters with philosophical reflections and the latest news from biology, Metazoa reveals that even in our high-tech, AI-driven times, there is no understanding our minds without understanding nerves, muscles, and active bodies. The story that results is as rich and vibrant as life itself.
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN: 0374720185
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
"Enthralling . . . breathtaking . . . Metazoa brings an extraordinary and astute look at our own mind’s essential link to the animal world." —The New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice) "A great book . . . [Godfrey-Smith is] brilliant at describing just what he sees, the patterns of behaviour of the animals he observes." —Nigel Warburton, Five Books The scuba-diving philosopher who wrote Other Minds explores the origins of animal consciousness Dip below the ocean’s surface and you are soon confronted by forms of life that could not seem more foreign to our own: sea sponges, soft corals, and serpulid worms, whose rooted bodies, intricate geometry, and flower-like appendages are more reminiscent of plant life or even architecture than anything recognizably animal. Yet these creatures are our cousins. As fellow members of the animal kingdom—the Metazoa—they can teach us much about the evolutionary origins of not only our bodies, but also our minds. In his acclaimed 2016 book, Other Minds, the philosopher and scuba diver Peter Godfrey-Smith explored the mind of the octopus—the closest thing to an intelligent alien on Earth. In Metazoa, Godfrey-Smith expands his inquiry to animals at large, investigating the evolution of subjective experience with the assistance of far-flung species. As he delves into what it feels like to perceive and interact with the world as other life-forms do, Godfrey-Smith shows that the appearance of the animal body well over half a billion years ago was a profound innovation that set life upon a new path. In accessible, riveting prose, he charts the ways that subsequent evolutionary developments—eyes that track, for example, and bodies that move through and manipulate the environment—shaped the subjective lives of animals. Following the evolutionary paths of a glass sponge, soft coral, banded shrimp, octopus, and fish, then moving onto land and the world of insects, birds, and primates like ourselves, Metazoa gathers their stories together in a way that bridges the gap between mind and matter, addressing one of the most vexing philosophical problems: that of consciousness. Combining vivid animal encounters with philosophical reflections and the latest news from biology, Metazoa reveals that even in our high-tech, AI-driven times, there is no understanding our minds without understanding nerves, muscles, and active bodies. The story that results is as rich and vibrant as life itself.
1000+ Interesting and Mind Blowing Facts For Curious Minds
Author: Dave Quillon
Publisher: drew dally Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
Great Gag Gifts For Teens, Men and Women! Discover a World of Fun: "1000+ Mind-Blowing Facts for Curious Minds - The Ultimate Trivia to Amaze Your Friends" Looking for a treasure trove of excitement that will make your young reader the superstar of any conversation? Look no further! "1000+ Mind-Blowing Facts for Curious Minds" is your child's ticket to a world brimming with wonder and oddities. Stuffed with over a thousand snippets of knowledge, it's the perfect companion for any youngster eager to learn and share. Why This Book Is the Perfect Gift: Unending Fun: With topics ranging from the edge of the universe to the depths of the ocean, fashion trends to cultural oddities, this book packs in more than a thousand facts that keep the joy of discovery alive.Engaging and Educational: Created with young readers in mind, the easy-to-follow format ignites a love for reading and learning, paving the way for a lifelong journey of exploration.Interactive Experience: Designed to double as a game, it invites kids to dive into trivia that educates as it entertains, perfect for family game nights or solo play.Endless Variety: Covering science, history, arts, sports, and beyond, every page offers a new opportunity to learn something unexpected and fascinating. Inside These Pages, Young Minds Will Uncover: The curious origins of everyday concepts like numbers and currency.The awe-inspiring details of cosmic events like the Big Bang.Time-traveling insights into historical figures and civilizations.Creative explorations into art, fashion, and culture.Surprising and hilarious language quirks and more! Why It's More Than Just Facts: "1000+ Interesting and Mind-Blowing Facts For Curious Minds" isn't just a list; it's a curated experience that challenges young readers to question, discuss, and research. With a smooth blend of profound, playful, and outright peculiar facts, this book stands as a guide and a spark for inquisitive minds. For Solo Discovery or Social Sharing: Alone Time: It's a haven for the solo fact-finder to get lost in the pages of knowledge.Group Fun: Select chapters that cater to the crowd, whether it's family or friends, and launch into a session of shared trivia discovery. The Perfect Way to Grow: Boost not just knowledge but confidence. "1000+ Mind-Blowing Facts for Curious Minds" is more than a book; it's a launchpad for future geniuses to impress, express, and excel. By learning a little about a lot, kids expand their horizons and build the foundation to explore even greater topics. So, what are you waiting for? Get your copy, give the gift of knowledge, and watch as those curious little hearts become the most captivating conversationalists in the room.
Publisher: drew dally Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
Great Gag Gifts For Teens, Men and Women! Discover a World of Fun: "1000+ Mind-Blowing Facts for Curious Minds - The Ultimate Trivia to Amaze Your Friends" Looking for a treasure trove of excitement that will make your young reader the superstar of any conversation? Look no further! "1000+ Mind-Blowing Facts for Curious Minds" is your child's ticket to a world brimming with wonder and oddities. Stuffed with over a thousand snippets of knowledge, it's the perfect companion for any youngster eager to learn and share. Why This Book Is the Perfect Gift: Unending Fun: With topics ranging from the edge of the universe to the depths of the ocean, fashion trends to cultural oddities, this book packs in more than a thousand facts that keep the joy of discovery alive.Engaging and Educational: Created with young readers in mind, the easy-to-follow format ignites a love for reading and learning, paving the way for a lifelong journey of exploration.Interactive Experience: Designed to double as a game, it invites kids to dive into trivia that educates as it entertains, perfect for family game nights or solo play.Endless Variety: Covering science, history, arts, sports, and beyond, every page offers a new opportunity to learn something unexpected and fascinating. Inside These Pages, Young Minds Will Uncover: The curious origins of everyday concepts like numbers and currency.The awe-inspiring details of cosmic events like the Big Bang.Time-traveling insights into historical figures and civilizations.Creative explorations into art, fashion, and culture.Surprising and hilarious language quirks and more! Why It's More Than Just Facts: "1000+ Interesting and Mind-Blowing Facts For Curious Minds" isn't just a list; it's a curated experience that challenges young readers to question, discuss, and research. With a smooth blend of profound, playful, and outright peculiar facts, this book stands as a guide and a spark for inquisitive minds. For Solo Discovery or Social Sharing: Alone Time: It's a haven for the solo fact-finder to get lost in the pages of knowledge.Group Fun: Select chapters that cater to the crowd, whether it's family or friends, and launch into a session of shared trivia discovery. The Perfect Way to Grow: Boost not just knowledge but confidence. "1000+ Mind-Blowing Facts for Curious Minds" is more than a book; it's a launchpad for future geniuses to impress, express, and excel. By learning a little about a lot, kids expand their horizons and build the foundation to explore even greater topics. So, what are you waiting for? Get your copy, give the gift of knowledge, and watch as those curious little hearts become the most captivating conversationalists in the room.
What Insects Do, and Why
Author: Ross Piper
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691217696
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
A beautifully illustrated look at the lives and mind-boggling behaviors of insects What Insects Do, and Why takes you on an unforgettable tour of the insect world, presenting these amazing creatures as you have never seen them before. This stunningly illustrated guide explores how insects live, ranging from elegant displays of courtship to brutal acts of predation, and provides insights into the marvelous diversity of insects all around us. Along the way, Ross Piper discusses insect evolution, reproduction and life cycles, feeding strategies, defenses, sociality, parasite-host interactions, human impacts on insects, and more. Features a wealth of breathtaking color photos, illustrations, and graphics Explores the remarkable lifestyles of exotic insects as well as those in your own backyard Draws on the latest research on how insects live
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691217696
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
A beautifully illustrated look at the lives and mind-boggling behaviors of insects What Insects Do, and Why takes you on an unforgettable tour of the insect world, presenting these amazing creatures as you have never seen them before. This stunningly illustrated guide explores how insects live, ranging from elegant displays of courtship to brutal acts of predation, and provides insights into the marvelous diversity of insects all around us. Along the way, Ross Piper discusses insect evolution, reproduction and life cycles, feeding strategies, defenses, sociality, parasite-host interactions, human impacts on insects, and more. Features a wealth of breathtaking color photos, illustrations, and graphics Explores the remarkable lifestyles of exotic insects as well as those in your own backyard Draws on the latest research on how insects live