The Science of Wetlands |
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| Author:
| Spilsbury, Louise |
| Series title: | Flowchart Smart Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-5382-5234-5 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2019 |
| Publisher: | Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $15.05 |
Book Description:
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Wetlands are complex ecosystems necessary for the health of our planet. In recent years, governments and environmental organizations have worked to protect these habitats and the organisms that can only thrive within their unique ecosystems. This enlightening volume takes readers into marshy wetlands, introducing them to high-interest animals and plants such as hulking hippos and the carnivorous Venus flytrap. Each stimulating chapter contains a flowchart that highlights key earth...
More DescriptionWetlands are complex ecosystems necessary for the health of our planet. In recent years, governments and environmental organizations have worked to protect these habitats and the organisms that can only thrive within their unique ecosystems. This enlightening volume takes readers into marshy wetlands, introducing them to high-interest animals and plants such as hulking hippos and the carnivorous Venus flytrap. Each stimulating chapter contains a flowchart that highlights key earth science concepts, including life cycles and food chains. Breathtaking photographs of wildlife and an accessible narrative make this book a memorable journey into a critical ecosystem.