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Creature ABC
by Andrew ZuckermanAn elegant addition to any library, this deluxe alphabet book features 120 pages of Andrew Zuckerman's breathtaking wildlife photography. From alligator to zebra, each featured animal boasts two striking studio portraits against a clean white background, offering a unique up-close view of the animal kingdom. Readers can flip to a helpful glossary in the back for extra information. From the sleek beauty of a smiling hippo to the powerful majesty of a roaring lion, this gorgeous new bookis both a stunning work of art and a ferociously fun way for young animal-lovers to learn their ABCs.
Creature Baby Animals
by Andrew ZuckermanLearn baby animal names with kits, cubs, and ducklings. Andrew Zuckerman's eye-catching pictures of fascinating animals from around the world will enthrall young readers and teach baby animal names celebrating nature in a book that bring this wildly successful photographer's work to a new audience that will surely find themselves immersed. Plus, this is a fixed-format version of the book, which looks nearly identical to the print version.
Creature Baby Animals
by Andrew ZuckermanLearn baby animal names with kits, cubs, and ducklings. Andrew Zuckerman's eye-catching pictures of fascinating animals from around the world will enthrall young readers and teach baby animal names celebrating nature in a book that bring this wildly successful photographer's work to a new audience that will surely find themselves immersed.
Creature Colors
by Andrew ZuckermanLearn the rainbow with red snakes, orange fish, and yellow birds. Learn to count as two scorpions fight, four penguins waddle, and nine ants work. Andrew Zuckerman's vivid pictures of fascinating animals from around the world will enthrall young readers and teach basic colors and numbers in a celebration of nature in two books that bring the wildly successful photographer's work to a whole new audience. The up-close and personal photos of everyone's favorite animals make these board books perfect educational tools for any child, and stunning works of art for animal lovers of all ages.
Creature Numbers
by Andrew ZuckermanLearn the rainbow with red snakes, orange fish, and yellow birds. Learn to count as two scorpions fight, four penguins waddle, and nine ants work. Andrew Zuckerman's vivid pictures of fascinating animals from around the world will enthrall young readers and teach basic colors and numbers in a celebration of nature in two books that bring the wildly successful photographer's work to a whole new audience. The up-close and personal photos of everyone's favorite animals make these board books perfect educational tools for any child, and stunning works of art for animal lovers of all ages.
Creature Numbers
by Andrew ZuckermanLearn the rainbow with red snakes, orange fish, and yellow birds. Learn to count as two scorpions fight, four penguins waddle, and nine ants work. Andrew Zuckerman's vivid pictures of fascinating animals from around the world will enthrall young readers and teach basic colors and numbers in a celebration of nature in two books that bring the wildly successful photographer's work to a whole new audience. The up-close and personal photos of everyone's favorite animals make these board books perfect educational tools for any child, and stunning works of art for animal lovers of all ages.
Creature Sounds
by Andrew ZuckermanLearn animal sounds with roaring lions, cackling hyenas, and quacking ducks. Andrew Zuckerman's eye-catching pictures of fascinating animals from around the world will enthrall young readers and teach animal sounds celebrating nature in a book that bring this wildly successful photographer's work to a new audience that will surely find themselves immersed. Plus, this is a fixed-format version of the book, which looks nearly identical to the print version.
Creature Sounds
by Andrew ZuckermanLearn animal sounds with roaring lions, cackling hyenas, and quacking ducks. Andrew Zuckerman's eye-catching pictures of fascinating animals from around the world will enthrall young readers and teach animal sounds celebrating nature in a book that bring this wildly successful photographer's work to a new audience that will surely find themselves immersed.
Flower
by Andrew ZuckermanIn this collection, Andrew Zuckerman, beloved photographer of Creature and Bird, moves from fauna to flora, turning his lens onto the most beautiful specimens of the plant kingdom. Spectacular close-up images of 150 flower species, both exotic and familiar, are lovingly captured in Zuckerman's bold yet sensitive signature style. Showcased against pure white backgrounds, the complexity of color and structure in each specimen is revealed--creating flower portraits of astonishing radiance and detail. Zuckerman's award-winning minimalism serves as the perfect foil for these lush natural wonders. A rich visual tour of nature's most beloved beauties, this substantial tome is a timeless treasure for flower lovers, garden enthusiasts, photography buffs, and collectors of Zuckerman's work.
The Professional Photographer's Guide to Shooting & Selling Nature & Wildlife Photos
by Jim ZuckermanWildlife and nature can be close to you as your backyard or the nearest zoo. In The Professional Photographer's Guide to Shooting & Selling Nature & Wildlife Photos, a professional photographer shows how to take fabulous wildlife and nature photographs and how to reach the best markets. More than 250 full-color photos include captions with detailed explanations of where and how each was shot and the easiest way to achieve the same effect.
Conservation Genetics of New World Crocodilians
by Rodrigo Barban Zucoloto Patricia Susana Amavet Luciano Martins Verdade Izeni Pires FariasThis book aims to be a comprehensive review of the literature on the conservation genetics of the New World crocodilians, from the biological and demographical aspects of the living species to the application of molecular techniques for conservation purposes. It covers the current status of the molecular genetics applied to phylogenetics, phylogeography, diversity, kinship and mating system, and hybridization, as well its implications for decision making with regards to the conservation of these species at academic and governmental levels. This book can be used as a guide for graduate and undergraduate students to understand how conservation genetics techniques are carried out and how they can help preserve not only crocodilians but also other living species.
Flying Insects and Robots
by Jean-Christophe Zufferey Mandyam V. Srinivasan Dario Floreano Charlie EllingtonFlying insects are intelligent micromachines capable of exquisite maneuvers in unpredictable environments. Understanding these systems advances our knowledge of flight control, sensor suites, and unsteady aerodynamics, which is of crucial interest to engineers developing intelligent flying robots or micro air vehicles (MAVs). The insights we gain when synthesizing bioinspired systems can in turn benefit the fields of neurophysiology, ethology and zoology by providing real-life tests of the proposed models. This book was written by biologists and engineers leading the research in this crossdisciplinary field. It examines all aspects of the mechanics, technology and intelligence of insects and insectoids. After introductory-level overviews of flight control in insects, dedicated chapters focus on the development of autonomous flying systems using biological principles to sense their surroundings and autonomously navigate. A significant part of the book is dedicated to the mechanics and control of flapping wings both in insects and artificial systems. Finally hybrid locomotion, energy harvesting and manufacturing of small flying robots are covered. A particular feature of the book is the depth on realization topics such as control engineering, electronics, mechanics, optics, robotics and manufacturing. This book will be of interest to academic and industrial researchers engaged with theory and engineering in the domains of aerial robotics, artificial intelligence, and entomology.
Snakes in Question, Second Edition
by George R. Zug Carl H. Ernst Richard D. Bartlett Patricia BartlettThis new edition of Snakes in Question has been completely updated to take into account the most recent research available, offering useful scientific information about snakes while dispelling many widely-circulated myths and common fears. Accompanied by 100 stunning color photographs and written in the popular question-and-answer format of Smithsonian's "In Question" series, the book tells how snakes breathe, hear, smell, and much more. It covers not only the life cycle of snakes but also explores such phenomena as the rattlesnake's rattle, the viper's hiss, and the snake charmer's secrets. It addresses common folktales about snakes (do snakes milk cows?) and describes giant snakes, both real and imaginary. The authors also give expert advice on such subjects as distinguishing venomous species from harmless look-alikes and keeping snakes as pets.
Regina Is NOT a Little Dinosaur
by Andrea ZuillMeet a young dinosaur seeking her independence in this hilarious picture book from the author of WOLF CAMP and SWEETY.When Regina's mother heads off to hunt, she tells her little dinosaur: stay in the nest and be mama's good little carnivore. But just who is she calling little?! Regina is big! And she has all the tools to hunt herself: a fear-inducing predator stare, a terrifying roar, and an uncanny ability to camouflage. And so Regina sets off on her first real hunt, all alone. ROAR! Along the way, she meets some truly huge dinosaurs, and hilariously, and miserably, fails at catching anything. What if she has to live her life as an.... herbivore?! Little kids everywhere will recognize themselves in Andrea Zuill's intrepid young dino--eager for independence, but still very much needing the safety and comfort of home.
Sweety
by Andrea ZuillAn Indie Next List Top 10 Pick!From the author of WOLF CAMP comes the story of a charming, mushroom-loving, headgear-wearing, totally awkward naked mole rat who is looking for like-minded peeps.Sweety is awkward, even for a naked mole rat. She has protruding front teeth, thick glasses, and some very unusual hobbies, including interpretive dance and fungus identification. She's intense and passionate--and her peers don't always get her. But surely there are other mushroom lovers out there? As Sweety sets out to find them, she comes to realize--with a little help from her cool Aunt Ruth-- that being Sweety is actually pretty awesome. With heart and humor and a whole lot of charm, Andrea Zuill delivers a story about learning to embrace everything that makes you you--and that's something many kids are going to relate to.
Wolf Camp
by Andrea ZuillMeet Homer, a dog who heads to camp to live like a wolf! Here&’s the perfect book for the legions of kids out there who love dogs and funny books. Homer is a dog . . . but he also secretly fancies himself part wolf. So when an invitation to attend WOLF CAMP (&“Where every dog can live as a wolf for a week&”) falls out of his kibble bag one morning, he&’s determined to go. After his people finally agree, Homer boards the bus bound for Wolf Camp, along with fellow campers Trixie and Rex. They&’re greeted on the other end by wolf counselors Fang and Grrr (&“they seem nice&”), and what follows is an array of wolf activities, including learning to howl, mark, and hunt. Of course, Homer&’s a little homesick at times, and the food isn&’t very good, but that just makes heading home all the sweeter. Perfect for all those kids anticipating camp themselves, Zuill&’s debut introduces a charmer of a dog and puts him in some laugh-out-loud scenarios.
Dancing Cockatoos and the Dead Man Test: How Behavior Evolves And Why It Matters
by Marlene ZukA lively exploration of animal behavior in all its glorious complexity, whether in tiny wasps, lumbering elephants, or ourselves. For centuries, people have been returning to the same tired nature-versus-nurture debate, trying to determine what we learn and what we inherit. In Dancing Cockatoos and the Dead Man Test, biologist Marlene Zuk goes beyond the binary and instead focuses on interaction, or the way that genes and environment work together. Driving her investigation is a simple but essential question: How does behavior evolve? Drawing from a wealth of research, including her own on insects, Zuk answers this question by turning to a wide range of animals and animal behavior. There are stories of cockatoos that dance to rock music, ants that heal their injured companions, dogs that exhibit signs of obsessive-compulsive disorder, and so much more. For insights into animal intelligence, mating behavior, and an organism’s ability to fight disease, she explores the behavior of smart spiders, silent crickets, and crafty crows. In each example, she clearly demonstrates how these traits were produced by the complex and diverse interactions of genes and the environment and urges us to consider how that same process evolves behavior in us humans. Filled with delightful anecdotes and fresh insights, Dancing Cockatoos and the Dead Man Test helps us see both other animals and ourselves more clearly, demonstrating that animal behavior can be remarkably similar to human behavior, and wonderfully complicated in its own right.
Sex on Six Legs: Lessons on Life, Love, and Language from the Insect World
by Marlene ZukA biologist presents a &“consistently delightful&” look at the mysteries of insect behavior (The New York Times Book Review). Insects have inspired fear, fascination, and enlightenment for centuries. They are capable of incredibly complex behavior, even with brains often the size of a poppy seed. How do they accomplish feats that look like human activity—personality, language, childcare—with completely different pathways from our own? What is going on inside the mind of those ants that march like boot-camp graduates across your kitchen floor? How does the lead ant know exactly where to take her colony, to that one bread crumb that your nightly sweep missed? Can insects be taught new skills as easily as your new puppy? Sex on Six Legs is a startling and exciting book that provides answers to these questions and many more, examining not only the bedroom lives of creepy crawlies but also some of our own long-held assumptions about learning, the nature of personality, and what our own large brains might be for. &“Smart, engaging . . . Zuk approaches her subject with such humor and enthusiasm for the intricacies of insect life, even bug-phobes will relish her account.&” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
Sexual Selections: What We Can and Can't Learn about Sex from Animals
by Marlene ZukZuk takes the reader on a tour, and her message is an eloquent and important warning: because gender biases have shaped the way researchers have studied animal behavior, and because we also look to the behavior of animals to inform ourselves about our own behavior, we are in danger of perpetuating these gender biases.
Sexual Selections: What We Can and Can't Learn about Sex from Animals
by Marlene ZukScientific discoveries about the animal kingdom fuel ideological battles on many fronts, especially battles about sex and gender. We now know that male marmosets help take care of their offspring. Is this heartening news for today's stay-at-home dads? Recent studies show that many female birds once thought to be monogamous actually have chicks that are fathered outside the primary breeding pair. Does this information spell doom for traditional marriages? And bonobo apes take part in female-female sexual encounters. Does this mean that human homosexuality is natural? This highly provocative book clearly shows that these are the wrong kinds of questions to ask about animal behavior. Marlene Zuk, a respected biologist and a feminist, gives an eye-opening tour of some of the latest developments in our knowledge of animal sexuality and evolutionary biology. Sexual Selections exposes the anthropomorphism and gender politics that have colored our understanding of the natural world and shows how feminism can help move us away from our ideological biases. As she tells many amazing stories about animal behavior--whether of birds and apes or of rats and cockroaches--Zuk takes us to the places where our ideas about nature, gender, and culture collide. Writing in an engaging, conversational style, she discusses such politically charged topics as motherhood, the genetic basis for adultery, the female orgasm, menstruation, and homosexuality. She shows how feminism can give us the tools to examine sensitive issues such as these and to enhance our understanding of the natural world if we avoid using research to champion a feminist agenda and avoid using animals as ideological weapons. Zuk passionately asks us to learn to see the animal world on its own terms, with its splendid array of diversity and variation. This knowledge will give us a better understanding of animals and can ultimately change our assumptions about what is natural, normal, and even possible.
Bad Pets Save Christmas! True Holiday Tales
by Allan ZulloWe love our pets, especially during the holidays. But sometimes they can misbehave. Have you heard these amazing Christmas stories about the naughty dog who reunited a broken family? Mischievous monkey who healed an ill dad? Rambunctious pig who saved her owner's lives? These true stories of naughty pets saving the holidays will make readers laugh and warm their hearts at the same time.
The Dog Who Saved Christmas and Other True Animal Tales
by Allan ZulloMonths after being adopted from an animal shelter by a family, a Labrador retriever saved a mom's life on Christmas Eve...
Haunted Animals: True Ghost Stories
by Allan ZulloNine stories of the spirits of pets and other animals haunting various humans from beyond the graves in the pet cemetary.
True Tales of Animal Heroes
by Allan ZulloIn a new edition of this bestselling title, the author documents amazing true stories of animals that came to the rescue of kids and saved their lives. Includes accounts of the brave dog that rescued two children from a burning house and a courageous cat that fought off a deadly intruder.