Dive and swim. Spin and swoop. The platypus loves to play! Beginning readers will dive right into this simple, Step 2 nonfiction book about one of the most unique animals on earth.
The haemoglobin of the platypus has an oxygen affinity much the same as that of most other mammals , but platypus blood does have a high oxygen - carrying capacity due to its having a lot of haemoglobin . This is contained in a large ...
National History Museum , London 23 Pencil Drawing by C. A. Lesueur , from Jacqueline Bonnemains , Elliot Forsyth & Bernard Smith ( eds ) , Baudin in Australian Waters : The Artwork of the French Voyage of Discovery to the Southern ...
Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and habitat of the platypus.
This book presents established factual information about the platypus and examines the most recent research findings, along with some of the colourful history of the investigation of its biology.
"This book covers information (life cycle, appearance, habitat) about the platypus. Each chapter discusses an aspect of the platypus's life, comparing the platypus to a similar mammal and to a very different mammal."--
Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and eye-catching photos are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
"A platypus leaves its burrow and waddles towards a river. It dives down and pokes the muddy bottom with its flat bill. The platypus surfaces to eat its catch and dives again! Whether on land or underwater, platypuses are awesome!"--
This title covers basic information about platypuses, one of Australia's most unique and rare animals! Information in this title covers a platypus's habitat, diet, habits, and more.
A platypus leaves its burrow and waddles towards a river. It dives down and pokes the muddy bottom with its flat bill. The platypus surfaces to eat its catch and dives again! Whether on land or underwater, platypuses are awesome!
Shaded territory maps highlight areas of Australia the platypus calls home. Fun facts appear throughout, and the book closes with a full page of kid-friendly platypus facts.