- ホーム
- > 洋書
Full Description
Did you know that when two bull hippos yawn at each other, they aren't actually tired, but displaying territorial ownership? Find out more intriguing facts in this comprehensive guide to the natural world of mammals. Covers everything from what separates us from other groups of species - birds, fish, spiders and insects - to the evolution of mammals over the last 200 million years.
Contents
The mammal world; Making sense of mammals; The evolution of mammals; The mammals diversify; Mammal senses; Flying mammals; Furry coats; Hiding in the open; A spiny coat; Designs for defence; What is a tail for?; An early birth; Fast breeders; Nine lives; Unique to mammals; Growing up; The game of life; Keeping clean; How to deal with a meal; Grippers and grinders; Food for later; At home in a nest; Life underground; How many toes?; Tracks and trails; Mammal detective; Did you know?; Mammal classification; Find out more.
