Apex Predators

di Steve Jenkins (Autore)

Clarion Books, 2017

What does it take to be "top dog?" In this illustrated exploration of the animal kingdom, Caldecott Honor winner Steve Jenkins introduces readers to some of the most powerful predators in history, from the Tyrannosaurus rex to the African Siberian tiger. Using his signature cut paper art style, Jenkins illustrates how these animals dominate their different ecosystems using speed, strength, and even cooperation and cunning. Take a trip through history and discover apex predators both past and present, from the earliest sea creatures to the modern African lion and giant freshwater ray, which can grow to over fifteen feet. See what made these incredible animals the top of the food chain: Extinct Predators: Meet the ten-foot-tall Terror Bird, the bus-sized snake Titanoboa, and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex. Deadly Sea Creatures: Dive into the past with the armor-plated Dunkleosteus and discover modern hunters like the great white shark and giant freshwater ray. Modern Apex Predators: Learn how today’s top hunters, from the Siberian tiger to packs of African wild dogs, use strength and cunning to rule their habitats. Stunning Cut Paper Art: See every fearsome creature brought to life through the unique and celebrated collage illustrations of Caldecott Honor winner Steve Jenkins.

• Autore: Steve Jenkins
• Editore: Clarion Books
• Formato: EPUB3 con Adobe DRM
• Lingua: Inglese
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• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: FixedLayout
• EAN: 9781328809995