Komodo Dragons - Paperback

by Melissa Gish (Author)

Forked tongue flickers ... Sharp claws rip ... Meet the Komodo dragon! Brimming with vivid photos and scientific facts, Komodo Dragons treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive profile of this remarkable reptile. It covers zoology topics such as anatomy, diet, habitat, and life cycle, as well as species conservation efforts and the lizard's relationship with humans throughout history. Sidebars, a range map, and a glossary support the main text, while an Indonesian folk tale about the Komodo dragon adds a cross-curricular cultural layer to the title.