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The Science of Animals: From Molluscs to Mammals

by D.K. Publishing, Smithsonian Institution
The Science of Animals: From Molluscs to Mammals
The Science of Animals: From Molluscs to Mammals

Vivid zoological journey from scales to feathers.

If you're enchanted by the natural world, "The Science of Animals" could be a visual feast for your curiosity. It's like having a museum at your fingertips, with studio-quality images that bring the animal kingdom to life in your hands. This book provides an up-close and personal look at creatures both familiar and exotic, touching not just on aesthetics but intertwining the wonder of evolution with every page flip. Whether you're a casual admirer or a dedicated animal enthusiast, this book could deepen your appreciation for the diversity and intricacy of animal life.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Science of Animals: From Molluscs to Mammals

by D.K. Publishing, Smithsonian Institution
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ISBN: 9780241346785
Authors: D.K. Publishing, Smithsonian Institution
Publisher: DK
Date of Publication: 2019-09-26
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Science, Nature
Related Topics: Biology, Nature, Biology, Animals
Goodreads rating: 4.6
(rated by 58 readers)

Description

Explore the everyday miracle of the animal kingdom. With spectacular, studio-quality photography and clear explanations, this book reveals the incredible anatomy, behaviour, and beauty of every type of creature, from hair to scale and whisker to tail. This elegant introduction to zoology offers interesting views, angles, and close-ups that show you animals in surprising detail. The unique nose-to-tail approach, with chapters on different body parts, allows you to focus in on the beauty of the antenna of a moth, the flight feathers of a parrot, or the feeding tentacles of a jellyfish. It explains how form relates to function - how each feature is an evolutionary answer to the challenges of environment and lifestyle. Features on key animals combine photography from the field with rounded descriptions of star species. These species are glowing examples of hunting, speed, camouflage, or any topic in question. The Science of Animals also explores how we have depicted animals in art, from zoological drawings that recorded new discoveries to great paintings inspired by a deep connection to the natural world. With fascinating stories, such as how animals communicate, defend their territories, and attract mates, The Science of Animals offers an engaging introduction to the diversity of the animal kingdom.
 

Vivid zoological journey from scales to feathers.

If you're enchanted by the natural world, "The Science of Animals" could be a visual feast for your curiosity. It's like having a museum at your fingertips, with studio-quality images that bring the animal kingdom to life in your hands. This book provides an up-close and personal look at creatures both familiar and exotic, touching not just on aesthetics but intertwining the wonder of evolution with every page flip. Whether you're a casual admirer or a dedicated animal enthusiast, this book could deepen your appreciation for the diversity and intricacy of animal life.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.