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The biology of chameleons
They change color depending on their mood. They possess uniquely adapted hands and feet distinct from other tetrapods. They feature independently movable eyes. This comprehensive volume delves into these fascinating details and thorough research about one of the most charismatic families of reptiles—Chameleonidae. Written for professional herpetologists, scholars, researchers, and students, this book takes readers on a voyage across time to discover everything that is known about chameleon biology: anatomy, physiology, adaptations, ecology, behavior, biogeography, phylogeny, classification, and conservation. A description of the natural history of chameleons is given, along with the fossil record and typical characteristics of each genus. The state of chameleons in the modern world is also depicted, complete with new information on the most serious threats to these remarkable reptiles.
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Why do thorny devils have two heads? : and other curious reptile adaptations
\"From snakes shedding their skin a few times a year to the almost unbreakable shells of reptile eggs, reptile adaptations are made even more fascinating in this book through full-color ... photographs\"--Amazon.com.
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Why do frogs have teeth? : and other curious amphibian adaptations
\"Not many people report being bitten by a frog. But many will notice the weird ooze that seeps out of a toad's skin when they're picked up. These are just two strange adaptations that have helped amphibians survive in their environment. That's also why salamanders need the ability to regrow limbsor even part of their brain! Curious future scientists learn all about these awesome adaptations as well as other important topics\"--Amazon.com.
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Why are ostriches so big? : and other curious bird adaptations
\"Ostriches are the biggest birds on Earth. Not only that, they can run distances at about the same speed as a car on a city street! These adaptations are extraordinary, but other birds have even more ... adaptations! From gizzards to the many colorful mating displays, bird adaptations are covered in ... detail throughout this volume\"--Amazon.com.
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Birds of every color
A first look at the variety, roles, and sources of colors in birds, featuring photographs by the author and his son.
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Amazing plant powers : how plants fly, fight, hide, hunt, & change the world
Imagine if plants had superhero qualities. According to Spike E. Prickles, a TV personality who happens to be a cactus, plants have plenty of awesome abilities, and his houseplant fans agree. From protecting themselves from forest fires and voracious leaf-eating insects to surviving in hostile environments that are numbingly cold or stiflingly hot, Spike highlights the impressive range of adaptations plants have developed.
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Shell, beak, tusk : shared traits and the wonders of adaptation
\"They say there's always more than one way to solve a problem, but some ways are better than others. Whether it's tall ears, shells, beaks, or even glowing phosphorescence, the animal world is filled with examples of creatures who don't share the same family tree but who do share important survival traits.\"--Provided by publisher.
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Why do lobsters eat each other? : and other odd crustacean adaptations
\"There are few behavioral adaptations that seem more odd to us than cannibalism. Scientists have noticed the rising incidence of lobster cannibals in recent years, and the reason may be connected to global warming. Readers will find the odd information about these and other crustaceans to be a fascinating study in animal adaptations, a crucial component of the elementary science curriculum.\"-- From publisher's description.
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