Text and illustrations present information on a variety of animals from aardvarks and butterflies to whales and zebras.

Color pictures of animals and myriad facts about them.

The Kingfisher First Encyclopedia of Animals is the ideal introductory encyclopedia for young wildlife enthusiasts, containing a wealth of animal information explained in an understandable, accessible manner. The entries are clearly presented, with simple, informative text and attractive artworks and photographs which aid understanding and enhance the book's appeal to young readers.

Meet an amazing menagerie of creatures on this breathtaking safari through the animal kingdom. The Kingfisher Animal Encyclopedia spans Earth from pole to pole, covering 2,000 animals from the tiniest protozoan to the mightiest mammal. Each entry describes the animal's characteristics, behavior, and distribution, and gives their Latin names. The meticulously researched information is highlighted by clear, authoritative writing and more than 1,000 photographs and illustrations. Throughout the book, special feature panels focus on various aspects of animal behavior such as camouflage, migration, and hibernation. With comprehensive back-matter including a glossary, alternative name index, and general index, this one-stop reference tool is perfect for research or for browsing by animal-lovers of all ages.

Covering all the main animal groups, and with an introductory chapter on habitats, migration, and conservation, My First Encyclopedia of Animals is the perfect reference for children who are just learning to look up information for the first time. It includes in-depth descriptions of over 125 animal species, and is illustrated throughout with more than 1,500 full-color photographs and illustrations. Information is presented in age-appropriate text with vocabulary pitched for young readers. Cross-reference boxes link related entries, and children will enjoy using them to find their favorite animals throughout the book.

"Minutes, months, millennia - how long is a life on earth?"

More than 450 entries feature many of the creatures children will encounter in their early years--from aardvarks to zebras. Color illustrations throughout.

Text and illustrations present information on a variety of animals from aardvarks and butterflies to whales and zebras.

All animal life is to be found within the pages of The Kingfisher Animal Encyclopedia. The book is arranged simply, covering every animal group from the smallest to the largest. Individual animal entries are packed with vital facts and accompanied by superb images, and are complemented by panels on subjects such as metamorphosis, camouflage and hibernation.