Adorable But Deadly Creatures

by Charles C. Hofer

Overview

With big eyes and ears and colorful bodies, a lot of creatures in nature look very cute. But don’t be fooled by their adorable appearance. When provoked, these animals can easily injure or kill a person. Their defense mechanisms like poison and sharp teeth and claws can turn them from darling to deadly. Get ready to discover some of the world’s cutest killers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781663906199
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2021
Series:	Killer Nature
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	630L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

About the Author

Charles C. Hofer is a biologist, photographer, and writer living in southern Arizona. He’s a regular contributor to several award-winning magazines for young people, including Muse and Ask. Visit his website at www.charleschofer.com.

Table of Contents

Cute Killers 4

Pufferfish 6

Blue-Ringed Octopus 8

Flamboyant Cuttlefish 10

Blue Dragon Sea Slug 12

Arizona Coral Snake 14

Fire Salamander 16

Golden Dart Frog 18

Raccoon 20

Monarch Butterfly 22

Koala 24

Honey Badger 26

White-Footed Mouse 28

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Index 32

Interviews

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