An exploration of the extreme weapons we see in the animal world—teeth, horns and claws—draws parallels to the way humans develop and employ our own weapons. Describes dangerous mammals, reptiles, spiders, insects, flowers, shrubs, trees, and mushrooms Features 12 super-poisonous animals found around the world. Each spread contains fascinating facts, life cycle and habitat information, and interesting traits that make each animal poisonous. Offers information on many dangerous animals and illustrates what can go wrong when humans interact with them. Black mambas give snakes a bad name. "The story of venom from ancient origins to modern medicinal use"-- A great compilation like this gives them a reason to read, share and enjoy. This book cultivates an independent reading and learning habit which is important. See for yourself by clicking on the front cover to look inside the book. Introduces young readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of Diamondback rattlers with facts and colorful photos. Found insideThese chapters discuss each toxin's respective role in the envenomation process through to how each has been explored for their biomedical potential. This book is a unique resource for anyone working with venomous reptiles. Found insideDiscusses natural history, ecology as a field of study, environmental issues that face our society, and human relationships with the natural world Snakes, sharks, and spiders--oh my! Found insideThis eBook is best viewed on a color device. This Golden Guide from St. Martin's Press is an introduction to the major groups of poisonous animals in the world, including the most deadly species. In Venomous, the molecular biologist Christie Wilcox investigates venoms and the animals that use them, revealing how they work, what they do to the human body, and how they can revolutionise biochemistry and medicine today.Wilcox takes us ... Introduces the king cobra, describing its physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and the ways in which it defends itself against predators. The Truth about Dangerous Sea Creatures, full of eye-catching photography and interesting facts will thrill any young reader interested in the misunderstood creatures of the deep sea. Recalling his childhood encounter with a cougar on his family farm, the author of The Red Hourglass describes the life-long obsession with dangerous animals that prompted his amateur studies with virtually all dangerous creatures, from ... This book offers important anatomical and identification information on marine scorpionfishes and delves into the diversity, habits and behaviors of each venomous species. BE VERY AFRAID! Some animals are cute and cuddly and just love their human companions. THESE ARE NOT THOSE ANIMALS! This book has the most dangerous and deadly animals on Earth! A children's book with fun facts and beautiful pictures. Found insideFascinating facts and spectacular illustrations will inspire young readers to choose which creature they think is the deadliest in this newest picture book collaboration between Guiberson and Spirin. Found insideNow, in Venomous, the biologist Christie Wilcox investigates and illuminates the animals of our nightmares, arguing that they hold the keys to a deeper understanding of evolution, adaptation, and immunity. A guide to the major groups of venomous animals in the world describing their characteristics, natural habitat, and how they use their particular type of venom. TV presenter Steve Backshall needs no introduction following his performances on TV series such as Deadly 60 and Lost Land of ... This is a reformatted, redesigned edition of a popular title. Thus, this book brings examples of two interconnected themes - molecular recognition and toxinology concerning to the integration between analytical procedures and biomedical applications. Found insideScience explains how snakes move without limbs. How Snakes Slither explains how a snake's body lets it move smoothly across many surfaces as well as the forces at work that help them glide across the ground. Introduces readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of the king cobra, the world's biggest venomous snake. Found insideIn the summer of 2002, Shannon Leone Fowler, a twenty-eight-year-old marine biologist, was backpacking with her fiance and love of her life, Sean. Don’t be fooled by the small size of a blue-ringed octopus. Found insideCome face-to-face with 150 of the world's scariest killer creatures, from the lion and great white shark to the tarantula, anaconda snake, golden eagle, vampire bat, and even the fierce ant! Found insideThis educational book will allow for a thorough study of these dangerous animals through real-life pictures and select texts. Kids would love the adventure this book presents so buy a copy today! Found insideWere dinosaurs reptiles? How have reptiles evolved over millions of years? This book discusses these questions and more as it invites readers on an adventure into the ancient reptile world. Found insideThis book covers a range of core toxicological areas, including pesticides, radioactive materials and poisonous plants, also presenting a section on veterinary toxicology. A story of the most dangerous animals in the world competing in the Most Dangerous Animal of All Contest, including a shark, a tiger, and a mosquito. Found insideDescribes the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of the box jellyfish. Animals smooth and spiky, fast and slow, hop and waddle through the two hundred plus pages of the Caldecott Honor artist Steve Jenkins’s most impressive nonfiction offering yet. With mordant wit and expert timing, Gordon Grice provides a gripping journey to the dark side of the animal kingdom and a celebration of its humbling, savage glory. (Originally published in hardback as The Book of Deadly Animals.) The fascinating companion title to the award-winning historical novel Blood on the River: James Town 1607. And even this doesn't come close to the creature that kills more than a million people each and every year. This is not another serious encyclopedic reference to deadly animals (there are enough of those already!). "Fascinating images accompany information about the komodo dragon. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher. The first book of its kind on this fascinating subject, Venomous Animals of the World is illustrated throughout with stunning color photographs. Found insideSteve Irwin meets David Attenborough in this jaw-dropping account of studying the world’s most venomous creatures. Venomologist Bryan Grieg Fry has one of the most dangerous jobs on earth: he works with its deadliest creatures. Killer instincts help this group of animals to thrive in the wild. This book explores what makes an animal especially deadly and how they live to kill. A look at the most dangerous animals from around the world, from Indian red scorpions, giant centipedes and venomous spiders to bull sharks and Asian giant hornets. Animals that can all kill a human being in an unlucky encounter . . . 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