Dodd, Mead wonders books

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Wonders of the mosquito world

Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, and habitat of the mosquito and its role as a carrier of disease.

Wonders of the world of wolves

Describes the habits and way of life of the timber wolf, coyote, and fox; discusses common misconceptions about these animals; and explains the need for protecting them.

Wonders of sea gulls

1975
Discusses the characteristics and behavior of this symbol of life at sea and describes some of the more common species found in the northern hemisphere.

Wonders of llamas

1977
Introduces the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the llama, alpaca, guanaco, and vicuna.

Wonders of barnacles

1974
Describes the physical characteristics and habits of the many kinds of barnacles with some suggestions for collecting these unique sea creatures.

Wonders of corals and coral reefs

1979
Discusses coral polyps, the enormous reefs they build, and their importance to mankind and the rest of nature.

Wonders of dust

1980
Discusses the composition and sources of dust and the effects of dust and larger particles on people and the environment.

Wonders of peacocks

1982
Describes the three species of iridescent-plumaged pheasants commonly known as peacocks, and traces their influence on folklore, religion, literature, and art.

Wonders of rattlesnakes

1975
Introduces the physical characteristics, habits, and environment of various kinds of rattlesnakes with emphasis on the prairie rattler. Also discusses myths about this reptile and precautions to take in rattlesnake country.

Wonders of caribou

1976
Discusses the physical characteristics, behavior, migratory habits, and the relationship to man of the North American caribou.

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