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Books about Desert Animals
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Strangers In Our Midst::
The Startling World of Sonoran Desert Arthropods, by Peter Friederici
This
colorful booklet discusses arthropod diversity, offensive and defensive weapons
and strategies, communication, social behavior, and the love-hate relationship
that humans have with insects, spiders, scorpions and other arthropods. more...
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A Field Guide to Desert Holes - Revised Edition , by Pinau Merlin
The
revised edition of this quirky and popular field guide helps curious visitors
-- as well as seasoned naturalists -- sort through the often bewildering abundance
of desert holes so they can find out who's behind all that digging. Includes over
60 drawings of desert animals, their holes, and their tracks, and over 50 full-color
photographs. more... |
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Desert Dogs: Coyotes,
Foxes & Wolves,
by Jonathan and Roseann Beggy Hanson
Illustrated with 24 full-color
photographs, Desert Dogs is an excellent resource for readers unfamiliar
with desert life and anyone who seeks a better understanding of the canines that
inhabit our neighboring desert, urban alleyways, and suburban backyards. more... |
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Venomous Critters of the Southwest, by Craig Ivanyi and Renee Lizotte
Rattlesnake, coralsnake, scorpion, and spider! The mere mention of these words sends most of us running
for cover. In truth, these creatures don't present any great danger, as long as
we know who they are, how they behave in nature, and what we should do to avoid
unwanted encounters. It's all here, in a format that will fit easily in your shirt
pocket or daypack. more... |
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Lizards of the Southwest by Craig Ivanyi and Stephéphane Poulin
Lizards, with their prehistoric appearance, beady little eyes, and often quirky behavior, hold great appeal for both adults and children. Unfortunately, most people are unable to identify more than a few. The Desert Museum took notice and produced this visually focused pocket guide. It not only allows you to quickly identify the Southwest’s most commonly seen lizards but it also contains dozens of fascinating facts about their lives (such as a species that consists entirely of females and another that actually has a voice!). more... |
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