Smithsonian Q & A: Penguins: The Ultimate Question & Answer Book

Davis, Lloyd Spencer

ISBN 10: 0060891262 / ISBN 13: 9780060891268

Published by Harper Perennial (edition ), 2007

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The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Smithsonian Q & A: Penguins: The Ultimate Question & Answer Book
• Publisher: Harper Perennial (edition )
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0060891262
• ISBN 13: 9780060891268
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Fair

About this title

Synopsis

There is a whole lot more to these adorable tuxedo adorned birds than meets the eye. Penguins are remarkable creatures with fascinating behaviors. SMITHSONIAN Q & A: PENGUINS refutes common myths and reveals often–unknown facts as it answers hundreds of unusual and fascinating questions about the complex courting, breeding, and eating habits of penguins.

Why can't penguins fly?

Do penguins make nests like other birds?

Why do penguins fast annually?

Do mates remain faithful for just one season, or for a lifetime?

Hundreds of full–color photographs and illustrations enhance and illustrate the text. Published in association with the Smithsonian.

About the Author

LLOYD SPENCER DAVIS is a research biologist at the University of Otago in New Zealand and has studied penguins for over a quarter-century. He is the author of three previous books and numerous scientific articles on penguins.