Poisonous Animals

Poisonous Animals

A colourful and engrossing book full of fascinating facts about the dangerous world of poisonous animals, from stinging scorpions to venomous creatures under the sea. Each page features a different type of poisonous animal, fish or insect, and the ways they use their poison or venom to attack rivals, hunt for prey or defend themselves. With large text and several colourful photographs or illustrations on every page, this is ideal for beginner readers who prefer fact to fiction. Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites provide additional information and activities.

  • For ages: 12-17
  • Format: Hardback | 32 pages
  • Dimensions: 156 x 210 x 8mm | 180g
  • Publication date: 01 Jan 2015
  • Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd
  • Publication City/Country: London, United Kingdom
  • Language: English
  • ISBN13: 9781409581581
  • Bestsellers rank: 300,347

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