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This book gives an insight into the many fascinating physical characteristics of animals. It examines the abilities of a wide range of animals and explains how these help them to survive life in the wild. You will find out amazing facts, such as how caterpillars use toxic chemicals to poison their attackers, and how some snakes, called constrictors, kill their prey by squeezing them to death. Series consultant Michael Chinery studied botany and zoology and is a respected writer of books for 8- to 12-year-olds. In the Wild Animal Planet series, he focuses on the adaptations and behaviors that allow animals to live and thrive in the wild. Book jacket.Chinery, Michael is the author of 'How Animals Communicate ' with ISBN 9780754812548 and ISBN 0754812545.
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