| View Larger Image | Echidna | Hardcoverby Peggy Rismiller (Author)
| List Price: | $25.00 | |
| | Binding: | Hardcover | | Publisher: | Universe | | Page Count: | 120 Pages | | Publication Date: | June 15, 1999 | | Sales Rank: | 1,501,558st |
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The oldest surviving mammal on the planet is also one of the most intriguing. Peggy Rismiller, the world's foremost echidna expert, traces the history of this fascinating animal that is native to Australia and New Guinea. A combination of mammal, reptile, and marsupial, echidnas produce milk, but unlike mammals, they are egg-laying creatures and, like marsupials, they have a modified pouch for nurturing their young. This odd animal has two backward-facing appendages and two forward-facing ones. These and other bizarre biological traits are discussed in detail in this thorough guide. Amazing photographs of echidnas enliven Rismiller's text, which includes Aboriginal tribal legends about the animal as well as the latest information on biological research being conducted today. With fossils dating back 120 million years, the echidna lived alongside dinosaurs, but unlike the giant reptiles, it survived. Its story and biology teach a fascinating lesson about endurance, survival, and sustainability. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 2 reviews)
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Something for everyone by Neal A. Wellons (Atlanta)  5 Stars
February 06, 2006
I was interested in reading about the Echidna after reading another fascinating one about the Platypus. At 120 pages, I was worried that this book would be on a juvenile level. Actually, it is written in a way that can be enjoyed by everyone from interested middle school scholars to mature individuals with substantial knowledge of science and an interest in learning more about a fascinating mammal. Well written, very interesting, and highly recommended.
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Excellent Echidna book by Jennifer Barnes (Springfield, VA United States) 5 Stars
August 24, 2001
Peggy Rismuller's book has everything for the echidna lover - info on the species habitat and biology, intriguing pictures and excellent real life stories. This book is great for fans of the echidna everywhere!
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