This series takes young readers all over the globe, and deep underwater, to learn about some of Earth's most amazing creatures. Age-appropriate content and language relay more complicated science concepts, like habitats, life cycles, ecosystems, and evolution, in an accessible way. Readers are sure to be fascinated by these fun, longest-living animal books, ranging from unfamiliar subjects, such as sponges and tubeworms, to more recognizable animals, such as sharks and flamingoes. Features include: Close-up color photography brings the animal kingdom into sharp focus. Familiarizes children with the wide range of life on Earth. Fosters awe for nature while teaching basic science.

Some animals have very short lives, but many live for decades. Some amazing creatures can even live for centuries! Bowhead whales, for example, often live more than 200 years, and some parrots can outlive their human owners! Some surprising animals live incredible long lives, and this series features some of the amazingly old creatures that make young readers marvel. With fun facts and handy charts, early readers will experience the science and fun of century-old tortoises and elephants old enough to be their great-grandparents!

Some animals have very short lives, but many live for decades. Some amazing creatures can even live for centuries! Bowhead whales, for example, often live more than 200 years, and some parrots can outlive their human owners! Some surprising animals live incredible long lives, and this series features some of the amazingly old creatures that make young readers marvel. With fun facts and handy charts, early readers will experience the science and fun of century-old tortoises and elephants old enough to be their great-grandparents!

PRINT/ONLINE PRICING OPTIONS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST AT [email protected] Containing case studies that complement material presented in the text, the vast range of this definitive Encyclopediaencompasses animal physiology, animal growth and development, animal behavior, animal reproduction and breeding, alternative approaches to animal maintenance, meat science and muscle biology, farmed animal welfare and bioethics, and food safety. With contributions from top researchers in their discipline, the book addresses new research and advancements in this burgeoning field and provides quick and reader-friendly descriptions of technologies critical to professionals in animal and food science, food production and processing, livestock management, and nutrition.

Some animals have very short lives, but many live for decades. Some amazing creatures can even live for centuries! Bowhead whales, for example, often live more than 200 years, and some parrots can outlive their human owners! Some surprising animals live incredible long lives, and this series features some of the amazingly old creatures that make young readers marvel. With fun facts and handy charts, early readers will experience the science and fun of century-old tortoises and elephants old enough to be their great-grandparents!