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Whales : an illustrated celebration / Kelsey Oseid.

By: Publisher: California : Ten Speed Press, [2018]Copyright date: ©2018Edition: First editionDescription: 153 pages : color illustrations ; 19 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780399581830
  • 0399581839
Subject(s): Genre/Form: DDC classification:
  • 599.5 23
LOC classification:
  • QL737.C4 O84 2018
Contents:
Evolution -- The species -- Food -- Habitats -- Family, life and society -- Humans.
Summary: "Whales, dolphins, and porpoises are some of the world's most fascinating animals and have captivated the human imagination for centuries. This charmingly illustrated collection explores the most interesting and illuminating facts about these beloved creatures, from their mysterious evolution (from land to marine mammals), to their bodies, special abilities, habitats, and more. Perfect for nature and animal lovers of all ages, [this book] also dives into cetaceans' special connection to humans, the current state of whales around the world, and how we can help preserve these beautiful creatures."--Back cover.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Evolution -- The species -- Food -- Habitats -- Family, life and society -- Humans.

"Whales, dolphins, and porpoises are some of the world's most fascinating animals and have captivated the human imagination for centuries. This charmingly illustrated collection explores the most interesting and illuminating facts about these beloved creatures, from their mysterious evolution (from land to marine mammals), to their bodies, special abilities, habitats, and more. Perfect for nature and animal lovers of all ages, [this book] also dives into cetaceans' special connection to humans, the current state of whales around the world, and how we can help preserve these beautiful creatures."--Back cover.