Biology of the Snapping Turtle (Chelydra Serpentina)


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This volume synthesizes all that is known about the common snapping turtle to provide an up-to-date and comprehensive resource on the species' evolution, physiology, behavior, and life history. Anthony C. Steyermark, Michael S. Finkler, Ronald J. Brooks, and a team of experts detail the systematics, energetics, growth patterns, sex determination, and population genetics of snapping turtles and devote special attention to the fossil record of the snapping turtle family Chelydridae.




Snapping Turtles


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"Simple text and photographs present snapping turtles, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.




Common Snapping Turtles


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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to common snapping turtles. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--




Snapping Turtles


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When left alone, snapping turtles don’t do much except look for food and bask in shallow water. But if they feel threatened, these huge reptiles may snap—and they have a powerful bite. Including their commonly aggressive nature and the differences between the common snapper and the alligator snapper, readers are introduced to a wild animal they could actually encounter. Fun fact boxes add to achievable content, while colorful photographs help readers recognize the “dinosaur of the turtle world.”




Snapping Turtles Eat Anything!


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Unlike many other creatures, snapping turtles aren't very picky when it comes to their food. They're usually happy to eat almost anything they can get their mouths on! Readers of this innovative volume are introduced to these often-aggressive animals and learn key facts about them, such as the differences between the common snapping turtle and the alligator snapping turtle. Eye-catching photographs correlate closely with engaging text, supporting a solid understanding of this narrative's scientific and curricular content.




Snapping Turtles


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This book gives an engaging overview of snapping turtles, from their diet and habitat to their powerful jaws for catching prey. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible.




Snapping Turtles


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In Snapping Turtles, beginning readers will follow a hungry snapper as it lures in prey with its worm-like tongue. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the fascinating world of snapping turtles. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a snapping turtle s body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about snapping turtles online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Snapping Turtles also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Snapping Turtles is part of Jump! s Reptile World series.




Turtles


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Snapping Turtles


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Most turtles are shy, peaceful water animals. Not the snapping turtle! Snapping turtles are known for their bad attitudes and painful bite. They are protected by big, hard shells and beak-like jaws. These grumpy reptiles can live to be almost 50 years old. Readers will not only learn to stay away from these belligerent animals, but they will also gain insight into basic life science concepts.




Common Snapping Turtles


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A common snapping turtle lurks in muddy water. She is waiting for prey to swim by! These slow-moving reptiles are at the top of the freshwater food chain. Curious kids will love this journey in the ponds!