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Hidden Creatures: Luscious Leeches, Bashful Botflies, and the Wondrous, History-Shaping World of Parasites
By Dino Martins
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By Dino Martins
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Blending scientific research with his own personal passion, entomologist Dr. Dino Martins conjures up a new look at some of the most misunderstood creatures on earth: parasites. Profiling leeches, worms, flies and more, these microscopic marvels showcase the beauty of our diverse planet.
Welcome to the hidden, squirming world of parasites-some of the most misunderstood creatures with whom we share the Earth (and our bodies).
"Astonishing, eye-opening, and inspiring." -Chloe Dalton, author of Raising Hare
"A fascinating compendium of all the critters, some big, some small, some harmless and some lethal, that lie in wait for unsuspecting warm-blooded creatures. . . . The most persistent feeling, and one that Martins conveys beautifully, is one of awe at the sheer diversity and ...
"Astonishing, eye-opening, and inspiring." -Chloe Dalton, author of Raising Hare
"A fascinating compendium of all the critters, some big, some small, some harmless and some lethal, that lie in wait for unsuspecting warm-blooded creatures. . . . The most persistent feeling, and one that Martins conveys beautifully, is one of awe at the sheer diversity and ...
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