Snakes and Reptiles A Portrait of the Animal World |
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| Author:
| Cleave, Andrew |
| Series title: | A Portrait of the Animal World Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-59764-357-3 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2013 |
| Publisher: | New Line Books
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $12.95 |
Book Description:
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This volume is a fast-moving introduction to these intriguing, resourceful, often misunderstood creatures. Because most reptiles are predators, they have well-developed senses to aid them in finding prey and avoiding danger. Furthermore, as cold-blooded animals, they must rely on the ambient temperature to maintain body heat. Apart from this, there are considerable differences in physical characteristics and adaptation to habitat. Here the diverse nature of the various reptile groups...
More DescriptionThis volume is a fast-moving introduction to these intriguing, resourceful, often misunderstood creatures. Because most reptiles are predators, they have well-developed senses to aid them in finding prey and avoiding danger. Furthermore, as cold-blooded animals, they must rely on the ambient temperature to maintain body heat. Apart from this, there are considerable differences in physical characteristics and adaptation to habitat. Here the diverse nature of the various reptile groups is fully detailed followed by a look at a great variety of snakes - including anacondas, boas, pythons, cobras, and rattlesnakes - as well as other reptiles such as lizards, iguanas, geckoes, chameleons, turtles, alligators, and crodiles. This book contains 100 full-color photographs.