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Catania, Kenneth. Great adaptations: star-nosed moles, electric eels, and other tales of evolution's mysteries solved / Kenneth Catania. — 1 online resource (199 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates) : illustrations (some color. — Description based upon print version of record. — In English. — <URL:http://elib.fa.ru/ebsco/2399338.pdf>.

Record create date: 8/8/2020

Subject: Evolution (Biology); Animals — Adaptation.; Animal behavior — Evolution.; Animals — History.; Ecology.; SCIENCE / Natural History.; Animal behavior — Evolution; Animals; Animals — Adaptation; Ecology; Evolution (Biology)

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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 behaviors 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.

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Table of Contents

  • Cover
  • Title Page
  • Copyright Page
  • Contents
  • INTRODUCTION
  • 1 THE ENIGMA OF THE STAR
  • 2 PASTEUR WAS RIGHT
  • 3 THE STING
  • 4 THE MYSTERY OF WORM GRUNTING
  • Color Plate
  • 5 TINY T-REX
  • 6 YOU HAD ME AT 500 VOLTS
  • 7 THE ART OF MAKING A ZOMBIE
  • EPILOGUE
  • Acknowledgments
  • References
  • Chapter-Opening Captions
  • Illustration Credits
  • Index

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