David Alderton

Encyclopedia of Animals David Alderton

With more than 1,600 photographs and artworks, this appealing, accessible encyclopedia explores the world of animals.

From the big cats and apes to the whales and dolphins that roam the world's oceans, Encyclopedia ofAnimals profiles more than 400 of the world's most fascinating species. It offers a comprehensive overview of animals from every continent, all illustrated with beautifully detailed color art. For easy reference, each entry includes a table of information on the animal's scientific name, order, and family, features, habitats, distribution, diet, and breeding, as well as informative maps and boxed highlights. Packed with information, this encyclopedia is guaranteed to appeal to any budding zoologist or animal enthusiast.