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An Anthology of Frogs and Toads
A Collection of Incredible Frogs and Toads from Around the World
Series: DK Little Anthologies
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A beautiful guide with stunning photos and illustrations, uncovering the mysterious lives of frogs and toads in detail. Leap into the incredible world of frogs and toads! Do you know why some frogs glow in the dark? Can a toad really pretend to be a rock?...
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A beautiful guide with stunning photos and illustrations, uncovering the mysterious lives of frogs and toads in detail.
Leap into the incredible world of frogs and toads!
Do you know why some frogs glow in the dark? Can a toad really pretend to be a rock? Explore the colourful lives of frogs and toads, from tree frogs to desert toads! Learn about their amazing adaptations and clever tricks that keep them safeβ from sticky tongues to mind-blowing camouflage.
Discover why these amphibians are vital for a healthy planet and what we can do to protect them. Follow the incredible lifecycle from tiny eggs to hopping adults. See what tadpoles look like as they grow and change.
Packed with fun facts and vivid images, An Anthology of Frogs and Toads will spark curiosity and inspire young nature lovers to care for these incredible creatures. A must-have for every budding herpetologist!
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Pre-orderAn Anthology of Frogs and Toads
A beautiful guide with stunning photos and illustrations, uncovering the mysterious lives of frogs and toads in detail. Leap into the incredible world of frogs and toads! Do you know why some frogs glow in the dark? Can a toad really pretend to be a rock? Explore the colourful lives of frogs and toads, from tree frogs to desert toads!...Hardback$3700Unit price /UnavailableOut 19 Jan 2027Pre-order
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780241836163
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 21 January 2027
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: DK Children
Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 173.0mm
Height: 223.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Chris Mattison is a professional herpetologist and wildlife photographer. He has written around 25 books on reptiles and amphibians, travelled widely in search of them, and regularly gives talks on natural history and nature photography.
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