Author: Trevor Smith
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780679808190
Category : Lizards
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book reveals, among other things, how the chameleon changes color. A fascinating look at the world of lizards, providing solid information along with dozens of facts. Full-color photographs.
Amazing Lizards
Author: Trevor Smith
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780679808190
Category : Lizards
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book reveals, among other things, how the chameleon changes color. A fascinating look at the world of lizards, providing solid information along with dozens of facts. Full-color photographs.
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780679808190
Category : Lizards
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book reveals, among other things, how the chameleon changes color. A fascinating look at the world of lizards, providing solid information along with dozens of facts. Full-color photographs.
101 Amazing Facts about Lizards
Author: Jack Goldstein
Publisher: Andrews UK Limited
ISBN: 1783339691
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
In what amazing way does the horned toad lizard defend itself? What film did a trip to the Komodo islands to study lizards inspire? What, according to ancient Australian Aboriginal belief will happen if you kill a lizard? And what species of lizard is the fastest on the planet? All of these questions and more are answered in this fascinating eBook containing over one hundred facts, separated into sections for easy reference. So if you want to know more about komodo dragons, iguanas, chameleons and gila monsters, then this is the book for you!
Publisher: Andrews UK Limited
ISBN: 1783339691
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
In what amazing way does the horned toad lizard defend itself? What film did a trip to the Komodo islands to study lizards inspire? What, according to ancient Australian Aboriginal belief will happen if you kill a lizard? And what species of lizard is the fastest on the planet? All of these questions and more are answered in this fascinating eBook containing over one hundred facts, separated into sections for easy reference. So if you want to know more about komodo dragons, iguanas, chameleons and gila monsters, then this is the book for you!
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.
Beware the Lizard
Author: Nachie Castro
Publisher: Marvel Press
ISBN: 9781423154792
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Brilliant scientist Dr. Curt Connors created a potion that will help him re-grow his missing arm. But something terrible happened and the potion instead turned him into a scaly monster. Now known as the Lizard, he is hunted by the police of New York and the Amazing Spider-Man! Will he return to being a human? Or will he stay as the Lizard, forever?
Publisher: Marvel Press
ISBN: 9781423154792
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Brilliant scientist Dr. Curt Connors created a potion that will help him re-grow his missing arm. But something terrible happened and the potion instead turned him into a scaly monster. Now known as the Lizard, he is hunted by the police of New York and the Amazing Spider-Man! Will he return to being a human? Or will he stay as the Lizard, forever?
Lizards
Author: Daniel A. Greenberg
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
ISBN: 9780761415800
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Provides information on the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and various species of lizards.
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
ISBN: 9780761415800
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Provides information on the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and various species of lizards.
Amazing Lizards!
Author: Fay Robinson
Publisher: Cartwheel Books
ISBN: 9780590330732
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Rhyming text and illustrations introduce the colorful world of lizards. Includes a reference section providing more information about the lizards mentioned in the text.
Publisher: Cartwheel Books
ISBN: 9780590330732
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Rhyming text and illustrations introduce the colorful world of lizards. Includes a reference section providing more information about the lizards mentioned in the text.
Lizards
Author: Margery Facklam
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316087181
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
With enthusiastic and accurate text blended with precise illustrations, this book describes 13 amazing lizards and delivers an in-depth look into their fascinating worlds, from their eating habits to the defense of their territory. Full color.
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316087181
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
With enthusiastic and accurate text blended with precise illustrations, this book describes 13 amazing lizards and delivers an in-depth look into their fascinating worlds, from their eating habits to the defense of their territory. Full color.
Lizards
Author: Russ Case
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1620080303
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
An entertaining and educational introduction to the world of lizards of all sizes, colors, shapes, and personalities, Lizards provides keepers of all ages with intriguing information about common and unusual lizards. This colorful guide by herp expert Russ Case offers beginners who are looking to adopt a lizard the right guidance for purchasing a healthy specimen and for creating a safe, comfortable home where the pet lizard can thrive. Beginners will learn about the anatomy of lizards and their behavior in the wild and in captivity. The chapter “Lizard Food” is a lesson in how to provide lizards with the proper nutrients so that owners meet all of the special needs of their pets. The chapter “Five Most Excellent Lizard Pets” presents the most common species for newcomers, including the leopard gecko, green anole, bearded dragon, Chinese water dragon, blue-tongued skink, each illustrated with color photos and detailed with specific advice about feeding and housing. Additional examples of lizards are covered in “Other Cool Lizards,” such as the green iguana, chameleon, monitor lizard, tokay and day geckos and uromastyx; all of which are fascinating to read about though not recommended for beginners. A chapter on potential health problems gives a basic overview of how to care for and maintain captive lizards in the best of health. Sidebars throughout the text give the reader good advice on dos and don’ts to avoid common mistakes keepers make with these pet animals. Glossary included.
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1620080303
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
An entertaining and educational introduction to the world of lizards of all sizes, colors, shapes, and personalities, Lizards provides keepers of all ages with intriguing information about common and unusual lizards. This colorful guide by herp expert Russ Case offers beginners who are looking to adopt a lizard the right guidance for purchasing a healthy specimen and for creating a safe, comfortable home where the pet lizard can thrive. Beginners will learn about the anatomy of lizards and their behavior in the wild and in captivity. The chapter “Lizard Food” is a lesson in how to provide lizards with the proper nutrients so that owners meet all of the special needs of their pets. The chapter “Five Most Excellent Lizard Pets” presents the most common species for newcomers, including the leopard gecko, green anole, bearded dragon, Chinese water dragon, blue-tongued skink, each illustrated with color photos and detailed with specific advice about feeding and housing. Additional examples of lizards are covered in “Other Cool Lizards,” such as the green iguana, chameleon, monitor lizard, tokay and day geckos and uromastyx; all of which are fascinating to read about though not recommended for beginners. A chapter on potential health problems gives a basic overview of how to care for and maintain captive lizards in the best of health. Sidebars throughout the text give the reader good advice on dos and don’ts to avoid common mistakes keepers make with these pet animals. Glossary included.
Keeping and Breeding Australian Lizards
Author: Michael Swan (herpétologiste).)
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780980366716
Category : Captive lizards
Languages : en
Pages : 615
Book Description
For the first time a comprehensive book on keeping Australian lizards, written by leading Australian breeders. Covering housing, sexing, breeding, egg incubation and raising young lizards, this title contains graphs, charts and many coloured photographs as well as sections on diseases, disorders and colour and pattern mutations of Australian lizards. It also includes information on natural habitats and behaviours.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780980366716
Category : Captive lizards
Languages : en
Pages : 615
Book Description
For the first time a comprehensive book on keeping Australian lizards, written by leading Australian breeders. Covering housing, sexing, breeding, egg incubation and raising young lizards, this title contains graphs, charts and many coloured photographs as well as sections on diseases, disorders and colour and pattern mutations of Australian lizards. It also includes information on natural habitats and behaviours.
Lizards
Author: Eric R. Pianka
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520234017
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
This book provides an overview of the diversity of lizards and their major adaptive features. The authors discuss the latest research findings and provide new hypotheses about lizard diversity.
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520234017
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
This book provides an overview of the diversity of lizards and their major adaptive features. The authors discuss the latest research findings and provide new hypotheses about lizard diversity.