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Australia's most prominent marsupial is also one of its most fascinating creatures.
The true kangaroos , as we know them now , arrived late in the evolutionary history of Australia . The fossil family of balbarine kangaroos , which probably gave rise to the macropodines ( the present wallabies and kangaroos ) ...
Describes the history of the kangaroo, looks at various species and their characteristics and behavior, and discusses kangaroo conservation Kangaroos: The Marvelous Mob, the most authoritative, up-to-date, and exciting book about these ...
Visit the dry grasslands of Australia and observe a mob of kangaroos.
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Easy-to-read text and full-color photographs depict the physical characteristics, habitat, and life cycle of kangaroos.
This book provides a clear and accessible account of kangaroos, showing how their reproductive patterns, social structure and other aspects of their biology make them well adapted to Australia’s harsh climate and demanding environment.
Provides information about the appearance, homes, eating habits, and reproduction of kangaroos, and includes photographs.
"Simple text and photographs present kangaroos, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.
Provides detailed information on the physical characteristics, evolution, various species, behavior, habitat, life cycle, and interaction with humans of kangaroos, marsupials which may move as fast as forty-four miles per hour.
Portrait of the Australian kangaroo by the award-winning photographer, Mitsuaki Iwago.
Presents basic facts about dolphins, including where they are found, how they move around, what they eat, and how they reproduce and raise their young.
When kangaroos gather in large groups, they get loud and physical. Males duke it out in boxing matches, jumping and jabbing with feisty determination to earn the Òdominant maleÓ title. Be prepared for a kangaroo mob scene!
Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of kangaroos living, often against all odds, in Australia and New Guinea.
Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the kangaroo, the largest hopping animals in the world.
Text and pictures introduce the life of the Australian kangaroo.
This book of animal facts focuses purely on kangaroos. The text explains facts in the areas of feeding and breeding habits and protection from danger. It also describes that kangaroos are marsupials.
Describes red and gray kangaroos, looks at their characteristics, behavior, and life cycle, and discusses threats to their future.