Contains descriptions of approximately 280 species of primates, grouped in fifteen families; providing information about physical traits, habitat, activity, social life, reproduction, and other issues. Includes discussion of conservation efforts.
an illustrated guide to the phyla of life on earth
Margulis, Lynn
1998
Illustrated guide to the major divisions of nature's five great kingdoms--bacteria, protoctists, animals, fungi, and plants--using a modern classification scheme that is consistent with the fossil record and molecular data.
Provides simplified explanations of information presented in "Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders" (DSM-IV), emphasizing material a clincian needs to cover when diagnosing an adult mental patient.
A discussion of plant classification, identifying the kingdoms of life, and describing the characteristics of various types of non-vascular and vascular plants. Includes a further reading list and instructions for related activities.
A discussion of the animal kingdom, explaining taxonomy--the system by which animals are grouped or organized, and describing the characteristics of different classes of animals.
Explains how animals are classified into different categories according to physical, behavioral, and biological characteristics, from the largest branch to the smallest.
