Our planet -- Ecosystems -- Around the world -- Living in the trees: Africa and Asia -- Living in the trees: South America -- They fly, but they are not birds -- Armor and scales -- Toxic and deadly -- Living fossils -- Long, sticky tongues -- Wild combinations -- Now you see me, now you don't -- Giant vs. tiny -- Conservation.
Summary:
The fabulous diversity of the animal kingdom is on full display in this beautifully designed book featuring some of the most interesting creatures on earth. Animals are amazing! They are able to change their colors, grow armored defensive systems, and develop amazing hiding abilities and deadly poisonous hunting skills.
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