Great Adaptations
Star-nosed Moles, Electric Eels, and Other Tales of Evolution's Mysteries Solved
Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, [2020]
Format: Book
Description: 199 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm
From star-nosed moles that have super-sensing snouts to electric eels that paralyze their prey, animals possess unique and extraordinary abilities. In Great Adaptations, Kenneth Catania presents an entertaining and engaging look at some of nature's most remarkable creatures. Telling the story of his biological detective work, Catania sheds light on the mysteries behind the heavoirs of tentacled snakes, tiny shrews, zombie-making wasps, and more. He shows not only how studying these animals can provide deep insights into how life evolved, but also how scientific discovery can be filled with adventure and fun. --Inside jacket.
Contents:
The enigma of the star -- Pasteur was right -- The sting -- The mystery of worm grunting -- Tiny T-Rex -- You had me at 500 volts -- The art of making a zombie.
Subjects:
Evolution (Biology)
Animals -- Adaptation.
Animal behavior -- Evolution.
Animals -- History.
Ecology.
Evolution (Biology)
Animals -- Adaptation.
Animal behavior -- Evolution.
Animals -- History.
Ecology.
ISBN:
9780691195254
Availability | |||
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Call Number | Location | Shelf Location | Status |
SCIENCE Evolution Cat | Sandhills Indoors | Nonfiction | Out (Due: 6/6/2024) |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 183-188) and index.