The World Encyclopedia of Animals - Couverture rigide

Jackson Tom

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1846818524 ISBN 13 : 9781846818523

Editeur : Hermes House, 2013

Synopsis

A fully illustrated encyclopedia of over 350 amphibians, reptiles and mammals from around the world Includes over 900 colour photographs and illustrations of all the featured species For each animal there is a specification panel giving information about distribution, habitat, food, size, maturity, breeding, life span and status A detailed look at habitats in which animals live and how they survive An essential natural history reference for both families and schools The first section of this incredible illustrated reference book focuses on the diversity of life in the animal kingdom, looking at the habitats in which animals live and how they survive. The rest of the book is divided into three chapters, each focusing on a different area of the world: the Americas; Europe and Africa; and Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Each animal is accompanied by aspecification panel giving information about distribution, habitat, food, size, maturity, breeding, life span and more. With over 900 magnificent illustrations and photographs, and packed with fascinating facts, this book is a must-have family reference.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Tom Jackson, the author, is an experienced writer of natural history and science books. Since graduating with a degree in zoology from Bristol University, he has worked at Jersey Zoo in the lemur enclosure and has been involved in the conservation of endangered wildlife in Zimbabwe. As a travel journalist, he has explored the wondrous Galapagos Islands and the Amazonian rainforests.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Hermes House
• Date d'édition: 2013
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1846818524
• ISBN 13: 9781846818523
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 256
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible