Download or read book Spots the Tortoise written by Kamden Ricklefs and published by . This book was released on 2014-12-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Way of the Tortoise written by Matt Little and published by Michael O'Mara Books. This book was released on 2021-06-10 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Taking inspiration from the fable of the Hare and the Tortoise, internationally renowned trainer Matt Little reveals the essential strategies for sustainable success.

Download or read book The Tortoises written by Veza Canetti and published by New Directions Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: And like a fungus, Nazism's daily cruelties intrude on their life and eat it up."--BOOK JACKET.

Download or read book How the Turtle Got Its Shell written by Justine Fontes and published by Golden Books. This book was released on 2000-12-01 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delightful retellings of turtle tales from around the world, plus fun facts about turtles, are sure to please all turtle fans.

Download or read book Turtle Or Tortoise written by Jamie Rice and published by Spot the Differences. This book was released on 2022 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Turtle or Tortoise?, beginning readers will learn to spot the differences between these shelled reptiles. Carefully leveled text relays what the animals look like and how they behave. Each page then asks readers to name which animal is shown in the photo. Answers appear upside down on the bottom of each page, making reading for learning interactive and fun. A See and Compare spread shows and labels each animal side by side, while a Quick Facts feature lists even more information about their similarities and differences. Children can learn more about turtles and tortoises online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Turtle or Tortoise? also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index. Turtle or Tortoise? is part of Jump!'s Spot the Differences series.

Download or read book Turtles Tortoises For Dummies written by Liz Palika and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-03-16 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your fun guide to selecting, caring, and loving your turtle or tortoise! Coexisting with a turtle or tortoise may not be a warm and fuzzy experience, but it definitely has its rewards. And with more than 250 species to choose from, you’re bound to find one that’s right for you. Looks-wise, they can range from very plain and unadorned to a brightly colored and embellished with every manner of crest, crown, spike, and dewlap. As for personality, you’d be amazed at how very different they can be, ranging from shy and withdrawn, to outgoing and friendly, to outright aggressive. And when it comes to longevity, well, let’s just say that when you commit to a turtle or tortoise, you’re in it for the long haul. For example, the standard American box turtle can live more than 125 years, a leopard tortoise has a life span of up to 100 years, and an aldabran tortoise can live to be more than 200 years old! This fun guide will help you choose the perfect turtle or tortoise for your lifestyle and give it the care it needs to thrive. Turtle and tortoise expert Liz Palika provides cl ear, step-by-step instructions on how to: Select the appropriate turtle or tortoise Provide a suitable environment for your new pal Care for a variety of chelonian (turtle and tortoise) species Supply you pet with a satisfying and healthy diet Create an indoor or outdoor home Understand your turtle’s or tortoise’s special needs Generously illustrated with line drawings and high-quality photographs, Turtles & Tortoises For Dummies covers all the bases. Topics covered include: Deciding whether a turtle or tortoise is right for you Choosing between a turtle and tortoise Who’s Who of turtles and tortoises—a complete guide to dozens of species, where they’re from, what they’re like, and how they are as pets Creating a safe and healthy environment for your pet Recognizing and treating common health problems and finding a good veterinarian to help you care for your chelonian Turtles & Tortoises For Dummies is your fun guide to selecting, caring for, and sharing your life with a chelonian. P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you’re probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Turtles and Tortoises For Dummies (9780764553134). The book you see here shouldn’t be considered a new or updated product. But if you’re in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We’re always writing about new topics!

Download or read book The Conservation Biology of Tortoises written by IUCN/SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group and published by IUCN. This book was released on 1989 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Gopher Tortoises written by Christopher Blomquist and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2003-12-15 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet natures little bulldozer. Gopher tortoises specially designed front legs allow them to dig deep into the ground, creating homes for themselves and for dozens of other species that might not survive without them. These tortoises do immeasurable good to their habitat by sifting soil and moving minerals to the surface. They also help to spread seeds so that new plants can grow. As they read, kids will learn to appreciate this quiet, helpful creature.

Download or read book Tortoises written by David Robinson and published by Nicholson. This book was released on 1976 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Food and feeding. Housing. General care. Breeding. Species. The giant tortoise. Turtles and terrapins.

Download or read book North American Tortoises written by R. Bruce Bury and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Stephen the Tortoise Detective and the Case of the Missing Spots written by Marc BRYAN and published by . This book was released on 2018-05-15 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: STEPHEN THE TORTOISE DETECTIVE HAS RECEIVED A CALL FROM THE ZOO KEEPER. COME QUICKLY HE SAID THIS IS AN EMERGENCY, AND SO BEGAN THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE MISSING SPOTS. JOIN STEPHEN IN AN ENTERTAINING AND AMUSING ADVENTURE THAT WILL THRILL AND DELIGHT KIDS OF ALL AGES. THIS IS THE THIRD CASE IN HIS POPULAR ADVENTURES. AND IS ARGUABLY THE BEST ADVENTURE YET. THIS TITLE WILL BOTH AMUSE AND EDUCATE YOUR CHILD.

Download or read book Highlights of Natural Resources Management written by United States. National Park Service and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tortoises of the World written by George R. Zug and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2024-04-23 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This work provides a comprehensive review of the natural history of the 58 species living tortoises, the majority of which are threatened by extinction"--

Download or read book Turtle or Tortoise written by Kirsten Chang and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2019-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All tortoises are turtles, but what sets tortoises apart from their fellow family members? Side-by side-comparisons and clear photos take young learners through various physical and behavioral differences between turtles and tortoises in this low-level title. Discover what makes each reptile unique!

Download or read book The Gopher Tortoise written by Ray E. Ashton and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-08-28 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Full-color book for children ages 10 and up. Details the life of the gopher tortoise and how it is tied in with other animals. Also discusses how the encroachment into the gopher tortoise's habitat is affecting the environment and the tortoise.

Download or read book Catalogue of New York Reptiles and Batrachians written by Edwin Clarence Eckel and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Handbook of Vegetable Pests written by John Capinera and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2001-06-15 with total page 781 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Garden pests plague everyone who has ever raised vegetables, from backyard gardener to professional horticulturists, farm managers, and agrobusiness professionals. The economic impacts of vegetable pests are enormous. To manage and minimize the adverse impacts of pests, it is important to identify exactly which pests are afflicting crops. The Handbook of Vegetable Pests is intended to assist anyone in need of an easy-to-use, and yet comprehensive, survey of all pests likely to be encountered in North America. This Handbook provides thorough identification guides, descriptions of pest life history, and pest management recommendations. The text is well illustrated with hundreds of easy-to-use line drawings, is cross-referenced to the professional and scientific literature, and includes color plates for ease of insect pest identification. Every gardener, horticulturalist, farm manager, and plant science professional should have this Handbook as a ready desk reference. Key Features * Identification guides list the major and minor pests of each crop family and provide distinguishing characteristics for each pest * Includes pest profiles that describe the appearance, life history, and management of various pests * Over 600 black and white line drawings and over 100 color images to further aid in identification * Detailed glossary provided to help with the definition of some of the less known terms