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Mama Mammals : Reproduction and Birth in Mammals
Longlisted for the SLA Information Book Awards 2024 'Beautifully illustrated, this sensitively written guide through the cycles of reproduction and birth in mammals shows our links to fellow mammals in a charming and accessible way.' - The School Librarian Forget the birds and the bees, let’s learn about how mammals make babies and look after them!This beautifully presented science book explains the facts of life by looking at reproduction and birth in mammal species.Through short, concise texts and warm, engaging illustrations, we learn about fertilisation, gestation, birth, breastfeeding and early parenting across the mammalian order.Did you know that, unlike other mammals, whale calves are born tail first, so that the mother can push them to the surface to breathe as soon as they emerge? Or that echidnas do not have nipples? Their young lick milk that seeps from pores in their chests. Easily understood by kids as young as four, this is an informative and enjoyable way of learning about babies and where they come from.
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Mighty Mammals
Come and find out about some of the most powerful predators in the world and what makes them so dangerous.
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Mammals Unlocked
Behold the wild world of mammals! How does a platypus fight? Where does a marmot spend the winter? When does a camel need water? Unlock the answer to all these secrets and more in this illustrated guide to the world's most interesting mammals. Fuzzy, scaly, clawed, and finned, mammals can be found in the depths of the ocean and the heights of the mountains. Mammals Unlocked introduces young readers to the vastness of the world around them in an easy-to-understand interactive question and answer format. From the humble rat to the mighty mountain lion, every mammal shares three special characteristics. But the similarities aren't always as easy to identify as they seem, and sharing a habitat doesn't mean that mammals will look or act the same. Mammals features everyday favorite animals like dogs, whales, and llamas, and some you've never heard of-the delights of the honey possum and the mysteries of the saola await! The first book in the Unlocked series is a dynamic introduction to the rest of our class and is sure to impress its readers. This comprehensive guide has all the facts a young reader needs to wow their friends, impress their teachers, and even dazzle their dog. Mammals Unlocked is a must-have for any kid who's in love with the wonderful world around them.
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Are octopuses mammals?
No, octopuses are not mammals. They are actually invertebrates, belonging to the class Cephalopoda. Mammals are characterized by having hair, giving birth to live young, and producing milk to feed their offspring, none of which apply to octopuses. Instead, octopuses are marine animals with soft bodies, eight arms, and a complex nervous system.
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Are tunas mammals?
No, tunas are not mammals. They are actually large, fast-swimming fish that belong to the family Scombridae. Tunas are warm-blooded and have a sleek, streamlined body that allows them to swim at high speeds. They are also known for their powerful muscles and are highly prized for their meat, making them an important commercial fish species.
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Are snakes mammals?
No, snakes are not mammals. They are reptiles, belonging to the suborder Serpentes. Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrates that have hair or fur, give birth to live young, and nurse their offspring with milk. Snakes, on the other hand, are cold-blooded, lay eggs, and do not have mammary glands to produce milk.
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Are dodos mammals?
No, dodos are not mammals. They were actually flightless birds that were native to the island of Mauritius. Dodos went extinct in the late 17th century due to hunting and habitat destruction. Mammals are a different class of animals that give birth to live young and nurse them with milk, which dodos did not do.
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Inside Animals: Mammals
Introduces children to the anatomy of animals with cutaway illustrationsWhat wonders can you find out about the amazing world of mammals?See what a whale really looks like inside; find out how a cow makes milk and where elephants' babies grow, plus many more dazzling facts about the animal kingdom.The Inside Animals series introduces children to the anatomy of animals with cutaway illustrations, with the outer image followed by the inner image over the next page, so children can understand exactly how anatomy works.There is also a handy glossary at the back to explain key scientific terms in an accessible way. Perfect for any curious 6-8 year old or budding scientist.
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Mammals of Kruger
This easy-to-read, fact-filled guide features over 80 mammal species found in the Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s most popular game-viewing destinations.Each account includes brief identification information – how to distinguish a nyala from a bushbuck, for example – and highlights the most interesting facts about the species.Did you know that leopards are more dangerous than lions, elephants use their trunks to snorkel, giraffes give birth standing up, and no two zebras have the same stripe pattern?Aimed at the popular market, this book: Spans Kruger’s wide range of mammal diversity – from the world-famous Big Five to the miniature mongooses seen dashing across the road.Unpacks each animal’s most interesting characteristics and behaviours.Notes the record-breakers: who has the longest horns, strongest jaws or greatest appetite?Features game-watching tips for successful safaris, as well as ‘Best viewing’ notes for each species.Presents striking photographs of Kruger’s wildlife in action.Sales points: Highly readable guide packed with interesting facts.Richly illustrated with full-colour images. Author has extensive field experience. Targets a well-established market.
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Mammals : Luxe series
A brand new title in the popular ‘Luxe Nature’ gift-line series from Reed New Holland, this is a beautiful collection of artworks and inspirational quotes about mammals from around the world, encompassing many amazing animals, from anteaters to zebras via koalas, lemurs, tigers and many more.Mammals have evolved to fill almost every ecological niche on the planet.With this diversity have come myriad forms, with more than 6,000 mammal species in existence today.These range from mighty whales swimming in the oceans to elephants and other huge herbivores, from fearsome apex predators both on land and at sea to tiny mice and shrews, and mammals have even conquered the skies via bats, gliders and others.This book is a celebration of the unbelievable variety and ongoing success of mammals.Beautiful watercolours and other artworks of mammals are coupled with quotes – some old and some new, some thought-provoking or inspiring, others funny or just downright silly – to make a volume that any nature lover will want to dip into again and again.
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100 Facts Mammals
Get ready to delve into the incredible world of mammals!Exactly 100 facts will help you discover how mammals have adapted to survive in oceans, deserts, jungles and mountains.Find out what they eat, how they hunt.
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Are penguins mammals?
No, penguins are not mammals. They are birds. While they share some characteristics with mammals, such as being warm-blooded and having feathers, they also have distinct bird features such as laying eggs and having wings for swimming instead of forelimbs for walking. Therefore, penguins are classified as birds, not mammals.
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Are snails mammals?
No, snails are not mammals. Snails are actually invertebrates, belonging to the phylum Mollusca. Mammals are a separate group of animals that have hair or fur, produce milk to feed their young, and are warm-blooded. Snails do not possess these characteristics and are therefore not classified as mammals.
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Are starfish mammals?
No, starfish are not mammals. Mammals are a specific group of animals that have hair or fur, give birth to live young, and nurse their offspring with milk. Starfish, on the other hand, are invertebrates, meaning they do not have a backbone. They are part of the phylum Echinodermata and are characterized by their radial symmetry and tube feet.
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Do mammals lay eggs?
No, mammals do not lay eggs. Mammals give birth to live young, and they are characterized by having mammary glands that produce milk to nourish their offspring. The only mammals that lay eggs are monotremes, which include the platypus and echidnas. These unique mammals lay eggs instead of giving birth to live young like other mammals.
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