Echidna: Extraordinary egg-laying mammal by Michael Augee, Brett Gooden and Anne Musser (Second Hand Book)
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Description SECOND HAND BOOK – EX LIBRARY The echidna is one of the world’s most extraordinary creatures. It is a living fossil whose relatives were walking the earth over 100 millions years ago. Like the platypus, it is a mammal that lays eggs, and like all mammals, it has fur and produces milk. This book describes the echidna’s lifestyle and the adaptations that have made it so successful. It draws on the latest research into these strange creatures, covering their evolution, anatomy, senses, reproduction, behaviour, feeding habits and metabolism. The authors reveal some fascinating new findings, showing how echidnas are masters of their environment, and not simply some sort of mammal ‘test model’ that went wrong. A final chapter on conservation includes information on captive diet and management. Specifications: Condition: Good. Ex-library — has library stickers and stamps. In good condition otherwise with mild wear. Publisher: CSIRO Publishing Year: 2006 Format: Paperback Pages: 136 ISBN: 0643092048
