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Description: |
xv, 183 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color), map ; 26 cm |
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Bibliography Note: |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 165-177) and index. |
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Contents Note: |
Contents: Introducing squirrels -- Form and function -- Coat color and squirrel genetics -- Squirrel behavior -- Squirrel ecology -- Reproduction and development -- Foods and feeding -- Squirrels and humans -- Squirrel problems (from a human viewpoint) -- Human problems (from a squirrel's viewpoint) -- Squirrels in stories and literature -- "Squirrelology." |
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Summary, Etc. Note: |
Review: "Reviled as pests or loved as an endearing amusement, squirrels have played important roles in trade, literature, and mythology. Thorington and Ferrell cover every aspect of these diverse species, from the first squirrels of 36 million years ago to the present day. With over one hundred photographs and an intuitive question-and-answer format, this authoritative and engaging guide sheds light on a common mammal that is anything but commonplace."--Jacket. |
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Elect. Loc./Access: |
Table of contents http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip063/2005032061.html |