Over the last decade, the study of shark biology has benefited from the development, refinement, and rapid expansion of novel techniques and advances in technology. These have given new insight into t
A kindergarten-level introduction to toads, covering their growth process, behaviors, the backyard habitats they call home, and such defining features as their rough skin.
A look at salamanders, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their smooth, permeable skin, behaviors, relationships with humans, and the remarkable adaptability of these widesprea
Get the facts on an array of aquatic creatures and discover the unexpected ways humans and fish are alike in this installment in the Just Like Us! series from Bridget Heos, author of Mustache Baby and
In 1938 a 400-million-year-old fish – known only from fossil remains and thought to have become extinct around 66 million years ago – was discovered living off the shores of southern Africa. This fasc
Salmon gillnetting in the turbulent waters of the Fraser River at the turn of the last century was dangerous, back-breaking work. Skiffs were equipped with a single sail, but most maneuvering had to b
For millennia, humans have regarded snakes with an exceptional combination of fascination and revulsion. Some people recoil in fear at the very suggestion of these creatures, while others happily keep
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about reptiles, in this handy pocket-sized guide. Written by a natural history expert, this book provides a comprehensive introduction to all the families of r
"Oceanic whitetip sharks are unique for their long, whitetipped fins and their fierce hunting skills. Find out what makes this shark such a bold predator. Download the Capston 4D app to access a varie
"Thresher sharks are unique for their extra long tail fin that they use to hunt their prey. Find out the stunning way this shark's tail helps catch its meal. Download the Capston 4D app to access a v
