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"Did you know that some animals have natural ninja-like talents? In this book, you'll learn all about them, including geckos, sea urchins, bombardier beetles, and more. For example, geckos can grip almost any surface--including walls and ceilings--with their amazing toes. And when collector urchins are attacked, they release tiny, sharp objects that bear a striking resemblance to throwing stars. You will also meet the scientists who are studying these...

Explains how animals, birds, reptiles, and insects vary their markings and color to hide from their enemies and respond to their environment.

"Discusses how animals use tricky behavior to protect themselves from predators or to catch prey"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers will learn about the weapons that different animals have to protect themselves from predators"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the dangerous and strange defense mechanisms of lizards, beetles, frogs, squid, and other animals. Includes large photographs and relevant information about each animal presented"--

Describes how various animals, including an octopus, a bombardier beetle, a puff adder, and a gliding frog, escape danger.

Describes how animals survive by using their armor, camouflage, horns, stings, and other natural protective devices.

Describes how animals survive by using their armor, camouflage, horns, stings, and other natural protective devices and strategies.