"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Gr 3-5-A behind-the-scenes look at how zoos undertake the complicated task of feeding all of their different animals. Among the topics discussed are zoo nutritionists and how they determine which food is suitable for each creature. The text also examines how nutritionists find an appropriate substitute diet when the natural food is unavailable or impractical (e.g., live prey for carnivores). How the various foods are prepared and presented to the animals, and special situations that might require more attention (e.g., hand raising baby animals) are covered. This well-researched title provides many examples of specific zoos' practices, which makes for intriguing reading, such as the story of the Los Angeles Zoo's dilemma over the best method for feeding a two-headed snake. However, when the author gets away from the anecdotal material, the book becomes somewhat repetitive and loses some of its liveliness. Parentheses are used to explain unfamiliar terms, but the definitions are sometimes as difficult as the word being clarified (e.g., defining "subordinate" as "passive"). A chart that compares specific animals' zoo menus with their diets in the wild serves as a neat summary of the information. Black-and-white photos and pencil drawings provide a nice addition to the facts. This interesting offering is not likely to appeal to casual browsers, but it will find an appreciative audience among animal enthusiasts and teachers looking for something to supplement a field trip.-Arwen Marshall, formerly at New York Public Library
Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
US$ 3.99
Within U.S.A.
Book Description HARDCOVER. Condition: New. Chrustowski, Rick (illustrator). NEW WITH DUST COVER HAWAII AND ALASKA CUSTOMERS PLEASE USE PRIORITY SHIPPING ONLY SHIPS 2 BUS DAYS. Seller Inventory # SKU1028561
Book Description Condition: New. Chrustowski, Rick (illustrator). New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 0.71. Seller Inventory # Q-0805060707