Stidworthy, John

An explanation of the evolution and physical characteristics of snakes is followed by detailed descriptions of common species throughout the world.

Provides an overview of the butterflies known as Queen Alexandra's birdwings, describing their size, habitat, and life cycle, and includes brief details on other large flying insects.

Examines such land predators as large meat-eaters, killers that use poison, and animals that make traps.

Explores the practice of hibernation as a means for winter survival, discussing the habits of a variety of animals such as hummingbirds, bats, chipmunks, and rattlesnakes.

Provides brief descriptions of various amphibians and reptiles.

Presents a history of animal behavior, discusses choosing a mate, communication, homes and raising their young.

Provides information and activities for learning how fossils contribute to our knowledge of the past.

Over 100 questions and answers to things you want to know about creepy crawlies.

An encyclopedia of science and technology that surveys the diversity of animals and examines their environment and behavior.

Answers questions about dinosaurs including where fossils are found, what replaced dinosaurs, which were the largest and the smallest, how we know what they ate, how fossils were formed, and more.