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Turtles and Tortoises of the World

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Based on 12 Ratings and 6 Reviews

Book Description
Human exploitation, carelessness, and greed have wiped out whole populations of giant tortoises, and even today, five of the seven species of marine turtle are threatened with extinction. Learn about the form and function of their distinctively patterned shells, which repel predators; when and why chelonians first stepped onto land, and the unique biology that allows turtles to live comfortably in... More
Book Information
PublisherFacts on File, Inc.
BindingHardcover (8 editions)
Reading LevelYoung Adults
# of Pages191
ISBN-100816052158
ISBN-13978-0816052158
Publication Date04/01/2003
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About David Alderton (Author) : David Alderton is a published author and an editor of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of David Alderton include Exploring the World of Aquatic Life, How to Look A... more
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About Nigel Bonner (Author) : Nigel Bonner is a published author of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Nigel Bonner include Seals and Sea Lions of the World (Of the World), Whales of the World... more
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About Tony Tilford (Photographer) : Tony Tilford is a published photographer of young adult books. A published credit of Tony Tilford is Turtles & Tortoises of the World (Of the World Series).
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