Download or read book Sharks written by Christina Wilsdon and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents an introduction to sharks, discussing their physical characteristics, different types, eating and migration habits, and future threats to their existence.
Download or read book Sharks written by Gene Helfman and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2014-05-15 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do sharks lay eggs or give birth to live young? Do sharks sleep? How long do they live? How likely are shark attacks? This book answers your questions about some of nature’s most misunderstood animals. Answering every conceivable question about sharks, authors Gene Helfman and George H. Burgess describe the fascinating biology, behavior, diversity (there are more than 1,000 species worldwide), and cultural importance of sharks, their close relationship to skates and rays, and their critical role in healthy ecosystems. Helfman and Burgess take readers on a round-the-world tour of shark habitats, which include oceans as well as lakes and even rivers (as far up the Mississippi as St. Louis). They describe huge, ferocious predators like (Great) White and Tiger sharks and species such as Basking and Whale sharks that feed on microscopic prey yet can grow to lengths of more than 40 feet. The mysterious and powerful Greenland shark, the authors explain, reaches a weight of 2,200 pounds on a diet of seal flesh. Small (less than 2-foot long) Cookiecutter sharks attack other sharks and even take a chunk out of the occasional swimmer. Despite our natural fascination with sharks, we have become their worst enemy. Many shark species are in serious decline and a number are threatened with extinction as a result of overfishing and persecution. Sharks: The Animal Answer Guide presents a perfect mix of current science, history, anthropology, intriguing facts, and gripping photographs. Whether your fascination with sharks stems from fear or curiosity, your knowledge of these animals will improve immensely when you consult this book.
Download or read book Sharks Past and Present written by and published by LeAnn Rathbone. This book was released on with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Sharks written by Ruth Berman and published by Lerner Publications. This book was released on 1995-01-01 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clears up misconceptions about sharks, describes a variety of species, and discusses the behavior and characteristics of sharks
Download or read book Sharks written by Andy Ray and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2015-08-11 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love sharks for their might and amazing jaws. Love sharks because they balance the marine ecosystem by keeping population under control. Love sharks because they are here to stay. This shark-inspired picture book will teach you all there is to know about these amazing beasts. Since it's a picture book, lessons will be remembered more effectively through photo memory. Order your copy today! Did you know, though, that many sharks could fit inside of your hand? Not all sharks are menacing; the few that are just get all the attention. You are more likely to die from the flu than you are from a shark attack. Following that logic, you should be more fearful of snotty-nosed kids than you are of sharks. Sharks are fascinating creatures. Did you know that they have six senses? Do you know what kind of skeletons they have? They don't have bones! Do you know whether they lay eggs or have babies? Do you know that they make "Mermaid's Purses"? There are many interesting things to learn about sharks. Some of them even glow in the dark! Surprisingly sharks are more refreshing than New Socks. Sharks actually contribute to the health of the ocean. It is important for us to learn about them, because if they go extinct the whole balance of the ocean will be compromised. We shouldn't be too terrified of sharks. We terrorize them much more. Sharks do attack and kill humans, that is true, but humans kill hundreds of millions of sharks. We need to learn more about these amazing creatures, and we need to learn to respect them.
Download or read book Sharks written by and published by In the Hands of a Child. This book was released on with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Sharks written by Chloe Schroeter and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2014-07-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Even though sharks are the apex predators of the oceans, they aren t as aggressive as some people think. The anatomy, behaviors, and territories of several kinds of sharks are all explained in this volume that explores the ocean depths and one of its most powerful species. Full of exciting and detail-rich illustrations. Activities, Glossary, Further Reading, Index, Web Sites.
Download or read book Shark written by Mark Carwardine and published by Firefly Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A richly illustrated reference. Sharks are awe-inspiring, beautiful, mysterious and frightening. However perceived, they never fail to excite and impress. They predate the dinosaurs and have ruled the seas for 400 million years. Shark presents the facts and explores the fallacies about these nearly perfectly adapted fish, from their prehistoric beginning to their struggle for survival today. The book covers: Their origins and ancestors Diversity of the species Shark behavior and physiology Research projects Face-to-face encounters Conservation efforts. A detailed chapter on shark attacks explains where, when and why attacks occur. The book also describes the different types of attacks -- hit-and-run, bump-and-bite and sneak attacks -- and provides useful tips for not becoming a statistic. Engagingly written and illustrated with stunning photographs, Shark combines the latest scientific findings and celebrates the mystery and diversity of a remarkable species.
Download or read book Sharks written by Downs Matthews and published by Three Rivers Press. This book was released on 1996 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the characteristics and behavior of sharks, looks at a variety of species, and discusses the relations between humans and sharks.
Download or read book Science Comics Sharks written by Joe Flood and published by First Second. This book was released on 2018-04-17 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For over 400 million years, sharks have been the ocean's top predator! They're vital to our ecosystem, but their importance is often overshadowed by our own fear—even though they hardly ever threaten humans. Dive in for an intimate look at the dynamic hammerhead, infamous great white, primordial megalodon, and the gentle nurse shark, the rare species that will let a scuba diver pet them! This book is filled to the gills with jaw-dropping illustrations and razor-sharp facts that shed light on these fascinating creatures of the deep, including their undersea terrain, cunning adaptability, and staggering variety. Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic—dinosaurs, coral reefs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, flying machines, and more. These gorgeously illustrated graphic novels offer wildly entertaining views of their subjects. Whether you're a fourth grader doing a natural science unit at school or a thirty year old with a secret passion for airplanes, these books are for you!
Download or read book The Biology of Sharks and Rays written by A. Peter Klimley and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2013-07-31 with total page 525 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Biology of Sharks and Rays is a comprehensive resource on the biological and physiological characteristics of the cartilaginous fishes: sharks, rays, and chimaeras. In sixteen chapters, organized by theme, A. Peter Klimley covers a broad spectrum of topics, including taxonomy, morphology, ecology, and physiology. For example, he explains the body design of sharks and why the ridged, toothlike denticles that cover their entire bodies are present on only part of the rays’ bodies and are absent from those of chimaeras. Another chapter explores the anatomy of the jaws and the role of the muscles and teeth in jaw extension, seizure, and handling of prey. The chapters are richly illustrated with pictures of sharks, diagrams of sensory organs, drawings of the body postures of sharks during threat and reproductive displays, and maps showing the extent of the species’ foraging range and long-distance migrations. Each chapter commences with an anecdote from the author about his own personal experience with the topic, followed by thought-provoking questions and a list of recommended readings in the scientific literature. The book will be a useful textbook for advanced ichthyology students as well as an encyclopedic source for those seeking a greater understanding of these fascinating creatures.
Download or read book Baby Shark Wash Your Hands written by Pinkfong and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-06-02 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sing along with Baby Shark! This storybook is a fun way to help little ones remember an important part of staying safe, especially as they return to daycare and classrooms. Sing along with Baby Shark and friends as they wash their fins! Then after their fins are squeaky clean, Baby Shark also shows us how to cover our sneezes and keep ourselves and everyone around us happy and healthy. This official title, fully endorsed by Pinkfong and Nickelodeon, is based on characters from the YouTube global phenomenon with over 4.4 billion views. This storybook is an excellent tool for kids ages 3 to 6 and their caregivers, as it teaches the important steps of washing your hands. A good choice for parents and teachers looking for reassuring, fun ways to guide and reassure children. Like such books as Lucy's Mask, Baby Shark: Wash Your Hands! is a book to share as a fun story while also gently providing important guidance.
Download or read book Diving with Sharks written by Ryan Nagelhout and published by The Rosen Publishing Group. This book was released on 2013-12-30 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides simple information about the thrill of diving with sharks. Includes information about different shark species.
Download or read book The Ultimate Book of Sharks written by Brian Skerry and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2018 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustration-heavy exploration of the types and characteristics of sharks.
Download or read book Shark Quest written by Karen Romano Young and published by Twenty-First Century Books (Tm). This book was released on 2019 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sharks are in trouble. Fifty shark species are at high risk of extinction, and another sixty-three are threatened. Discover the work of scientists and conservationists as they study shark biology and morphology; research migration, feeding, and mating patterns; delve into human, climate, and other threats to shark habitat; and develop sophisticated technologies to aid sharks and shark research. See how scientists also educate the public about real and imagined fear of sharks and encourage citizen participation in shark conservation efforts. You can even adopt a shark
Download or read book Everything You Need to Know About Sharks written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-10-18 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An underwater treasure, Everything You Need To Know About Sharks is a vibrant book that redefines children's reference. Through every exciting page inside, Everything You Need To Know About Sharks dives deep in the pursuit of fascinating facts. It teaches the basics of anatomy (did you know that sharks don't have bones, or that most of a fish's internal organs are in the lower half of its body?) and taxonomy (sharks are fish, but whales are mammals), plus how and where sea creatures live. Everything You Need to Know About Sharks provides ideas for things to make, games to play, quizzes, and shocking facts to share with your friends. It's everything you need to know, and everything you WANT to find out.
Download or read book Sharks Animal Planet Chapter Books 1 written by Animal Planet and published by Time Inc. Books. This book was released on 2017-08-18 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Animal Planet introduces information-packed nonfiction chapter books that are just right for pleasure reading and schoolwork. Dive inside the world of sharks with this guide to the most incredible creatures in the sea. Photographically illustrated chapters highlight kid-favorite species such as Great Whites and Hammerheads, with a focus on behavior, senses, breeding, and feeding. Sharks! is the perfect overview for developing readers ready to explore this popular animal subject on their own. Special features include full-color photography throughout, "Meet the Scientist" sidebars, and "In Your Newsfeed" articles about amazing new discoveries. Don't miss the other books in the series, including Animal Planet Chapter Books: Dinosaurs!.
