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3) Predator
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72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
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English
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Presents an illustrated look at the predatory behavior of various animal species, discussing such topics as how animals stalk their prey, the lures and traps they use, and where predators fit in various food chains.
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Meet great white sharks and Gila monsters, piranhas and peregrine falcons, Tasmanian devils and tarantulas, and tons of the world's most lethal creatures. Learn about their habitats, incredible survival mechanisms, and other mind-blowing behaviors. Brace yourself as the action-packed photos and fascinating fun facts reveal why these amazing animals are so dangerous --
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24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
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English
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This title covers 10 giant meat eaters from Acrocanthosaurus to Tyrannosaurus rex, discussing each dinosaur's anatomy, behavior, and adaptations.
Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of meat-eating dinosaurs, including Allosaurus, Majungasaurus, and Suchomimus.
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32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 30 cm
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English
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"In the sixth picture book in his Sterling gatefold series, acclaimed nature writer and illustrator Jim Arnosky introduces awe-inspiring wild predators: carnivores that survive through tooth and claw. Follow the huge paw prints of big cats like the African lion and the speedy cheetah; of massive bears like the fierce grizzly; and the grey wolf. A spectacular double gatefold plus two single foldouts present the animals up close and lifelike!"--
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121 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
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English
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"When Jack and Annie came back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #53: 'Shadow of the Shark, ' they had lots of questions. How many teeth do sharks have? What is their favorite food? What are some other top predators? How do they keep life in balance? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts about sharks and other predators"--
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"Set over a 24-hour period, meet sparring snow leopards, sprinting cheetahs, and slumbering jaguars in this kids' nonfiction book about the biggest cats on Earth. Follow the lives of individual big cats as they roar, hunt, fight, and play their way through the day. Wildlife expert Tyus D. Williams cleverly weaves the story from leopard to mountain lion in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations perfect for future zoologists....
13) I love insects
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
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English
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"The girl in this story loves insects. Her friend does not like insects. Like them or not, children will learn many interesting facts, as well as why insects are essential to human survival"--
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