Andrew Cleave
1) Seashells
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SEASHELLS offers a handsomely illustrated introduction to the fascinating world of the mollusk, covering topics such as shell structure, classifications, gastropods, bivalves (scallops, oysters, clams, and members of the nautilus family), land and tree snails, and the ethics of shell collecting. Few natural objects are as beautiful as the shells of mollusks. Shells occur in all the world's oceans, from the polar regions to the tropics, and few beaches...
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"Each title in the Creatures of the Ocean series discusses in detail the feeding and breeding traits of each species, their reproductive processes, their defense mechanisms, and their forms of communication and provides a deeper appreciation of the variety and complexity of life in the ocean"--
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"Each title in the Creatures of the Ocean series discusses in detail the feeding and breeding traits of each species, their reproductive processes, their defense mechanisms, and their forms of communication and provides a deeper appreciation of the variety and complexity of life in the ocean"--
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Provides a valuable introduction to the character and sheer abundance of these unique creatures. The shark's life cycle and hunting behavior are detailed as well as the extraordinary variety of these fishes. Among the over 350 species of sharks, portraits of many are seen here, including the hammerheads, makos, great whites, zebra, tiger, and whale sharks.
5) Hummingbirds
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A pictorial work on hummingbirds with much basic information on habits, history, and their eccentricities.
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SNAKES & REPTILES is a colorful account of the variety and uniqueness of these often misunderstood creatures. Because most reptiles are predators, they have well-developed sensory systems to aid them in finding prey and avoiding danger. Reptiles are cold-blooded and rely on the temperature of their surroundings to control their body heat. Readers will discover these and many other facts, in addition to color pictures, in SNAKES & REPTILES. Explore...
8) Sharks
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The mere glimpse of a SHARK in the water is enough to arouse fear and panic in most onlookers. The gaping jaws, rows of sharp teeth, and the triangular fin slicing through water are familiar characteristics of the shark family. What is it about sharks that causes this feeling of terror? Are they all killers, intent on hunting about their victims-especially human ones-or is there more to the life of a shark than just hunting its prey? Well over 350...
9) Frogs
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FROGS and toads are some of the most interesting creatures of the amphibian world. Their variety is enormous, from the familiar bullfrog of ponds and lakes to the exotic but deadly arrow-poison frog of the tropical rain forests. Their history stretches back 300 million years, and their ancestors may have been among the first animals to leave the water for life on land. Readers will introduce themselves to a few of the more than 2,700 species known...
10) Aquarium fish
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"Pet Library, focusing on the most popular family pets, begins with a look at the history of the species and takes readers through a journey for greater understanding of each animal"--
13) Wild flowers
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This highly illustrated guide helps you to spot Britain's varied selection of town and country birds. Each entry features a log section where you can record your own findings, there is key information on each species, what to look for and where to find them, plus photographs and illustrations, with close-up images to aid identification.
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