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Behind the scenes at the zoo : your all-access guide to the world's greatest zoos and aquariums / [writers, Ben Ffrancon Davies, Vicky Melfi].
"Venture behind the scenes to uncover the secrets of the amazing animals and army of staff that make up these awesome attractions and vital conservation centers. Find out what keeps zookeepers busy as they care for hundreds of different animals, from mini meerkats to enormous elephants. Learn how they create the perfect habitats, moreish meals, and fun enrichment activities to keep their animals healthy and happy. Marvel at how courageous zookeepers learn to look after dangerous animals. Learn about the valuable research and conservation efforts that are so crucial for protecting our most vulnerable species. Featuring only the best zoos from around the world, this book takes you on a once-in-a-lifetime trip through zoo life to discover the enormous amounts of ingenuity and care it takes to make safe homes and futures for wild and endangered animals"-- Provided by publisher
Record details
- ISBN: 9780744028881 (hardcover)
- ISBN: 0744028884 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 155 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm
- Edition: First American edition.
- Publisher: New York, NY : DK, 2021.
- Copyright: ©2021
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Includes index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | The world of zoos -- Making a zoo -- Caring for animals -- Lab and field. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Zoos. Aquariums. Zoo keepers. Zoo animals. |
Available copies
- 2 of 3 copies available at Kenton County.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 3 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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| Covington Branch | J 590.73 Davi (Text) | 33126025261383 | JNonfiction | Available | - |
| Erlanger Branch | J 590.73 Davi (Text) | 33126024191334 | JNonfiction | Available | - |
| Independence Branch | J 590.73 Davi (Text) | 33126025261425 | JNonfiction | Checked out | 05/06/2024 |