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Books > Children's & Educational > Science > Biology, life sciences > Zoology & animal sciences > General
An introduction to the world of butterflies and moths tracing the
development of these creatures from the larval stage through the
chrysalis stage to their emergence as beautiful winged creatures.
The book aims to give young readers an understanding of the role of
butterflies and moths in nature.
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New Life
(Paperback)
Michael Chinery
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R243
R154
Discovery Miles 1 540
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An insight into mating, birth and rearing young in the animal
world. It seeks to reveal the amazing and very varied ways in which
the continuance of life is assured for future generations. The
author compares the mating and reproduction tactics of insects and
birds, reptiles and amphibians, sharks and whales, and big mammals
such as wild horses, lions and elephants. Children will learn about
life processes such as metamorphosis from caterpillar to adult
insect, and the growth and development of young animals and how
they are cared for.
Apes inhabit a weird world... dazzle your friends with mad facts and much more. The book begins with a look at all primates, and introduces the two most familiar kinds - apes and monkeys. Read on and you'll find out how they get about in trees and on the ground, as well as how they breed and raise their families. Then you'll learn about the many ways in which primates are similar to humans and how scientists are trying to learn more about them. - Full of chatty information that children will love to read
- Colourful photographs are great for school projects
- The useful reference section includes sections on Primate Classification, Threats to Primates, as well as an Apes Glossary
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Spiders
(Hardcover)
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R236
R147
Discovery Miles 1 470
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Loathed and feared by many, spiders are some of the least
understood, yet most intriguing creatures in the animal world.
Using examples of spiders from all over the world, this guide
offers an insight into their captivating world.'
A study of bats, the only mammals capable of flight, and with their
own radar system. The book, for young readers, describes the
enormous variety of bat species, and their nocturnal, airborne
world, revealing some curiosities such as blind bats, blood suckers
and builders of underground roosts.
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Frogs
(Paperback)
Kate Hayden; Illustrated by Miles Changeur
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R63
R41
Discovery Miles 410
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Spider's Nest
(Paperback)
Kate Scarborough; Illustrated by Gabriele Maschietti
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R158
R92
Discovery Miles 920
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Kathryn T Lundberg
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R164
Discovery Miles 1 640
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