TY - BOOK AU - Spelman,Lucy H. TI - Animal encyclopedia: 2,500 animals with photos, maps, and more! T2 - National Geographic kids SN - 9781426372315 PY - 2021/// CY - Washington, D.C. PB - National Geographic KW - Animals KW - Encyclopedias, Juvenile KW - Mammals KW - Birds KW - Reptiles KW - Amphibians KW - Invertebrates KW - Fishes KW - Encyclopedias KW - lcgft KW - Illustrated works N1 - "First edition copyright ©2012 National Geographic Society." -- Title page verso; Includes bibliographical references (page 294) and index; Mammals --; Birds --; Reptiles --; Amphibians --; Invertebrates --; Fish N2 - Updated and reviewed by experts in the field for the most accurate, up-to-date information, this reference book features 2,500 species, 1,000 photos, and more than a dozen maps. Includes fun facts such as the world's tallest animal, the longest living animal on Earth, and even the smelliest--it also contains new, "From the Field" reports highlighting National Geographic explorers working around the world to study and protect every kind of animal, from giraffes to penguins and sharks to snails. Kids will dive into topics like animal homes and habitats, migration, life cycles and babies, conservation and more! Also includes an extensive listing of animal species with basic facts and figures, and a comprehensive glossary and index ER -