Animal eco-warriors : humans and animals working together to protect our planet
Gill, Nic2017
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School students will enjoy going on an action-packed adventure with an amazing mob of animal eco-warriors as they use their special talents to help solve some of our planet's environmental problems. From bio-security beagles at airports to rats learning to sniff out landmines in war-torn landscapes, animals are using their unique abilities to help make the world a better and safer place. Take a look at some real animal eco-warriors at work. This book is full of fun facts on how animals are helping humanity work towards a more sustainable future. There are also plenty of tips on how you can make a difference to the planet. Join the animal eco-warrior team today!
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Imprint:
Clayton, Vic. : CSIRO Publishing, 2017.
Collation:
136 pages : colour illustrations ; 24 cm.
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Audience:
Interest grade level: Upper primary.; Secondary.
Contents:
Foreword -- How to use this book -- Introduction -- Noses on legs -- The ants go marching -- Eternally vigilant -- Putting back the pieces -- When greed is good -- Three noses are better than one -- An acquired taste -- Cat dog! -- Battle of the bugs -- Botanist puppies of Kosciuszko National Park -- Blossum: hero-rat -- Maya, koala habitat detection dog -- Rein and the rowis -- Guardian dogs to the rescue! -- Beneath the ice -- The Internet of stings -- Sirocco the kakapo, VIP -- Glossary -- Acknowledgements -- Photograph credits.
ISBN:
9781486306213 (paperback)
Dewey class:
333.7
Language:
English
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BRN:
342259
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith | Nonfiction | 333.7 ANI | Available |