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title: "The World Encyclopedia of Animals: A Reference and Identification Guide to 840 of the Most Significant Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals"
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# The World Encyclopedia of Animals: A Reference and Identification Guide to 840 of the Most Significant Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals

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- **What is this?** The World Encyclopedia of Animals: A Reference and Identification Guide to 840 of the Most Significant Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals
- **How much does it cost?** £42.16 with free shipping
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## Description

THE WORLD ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ANIMALS A reference and identification guide to 840 of the most significant amphibians, reptiles and mammals Packed full of facts and detailed illustrations, this is a substantially updated family reference guide to the animals that inhabit our world. From the smallest mouse to the largest whale, this book offers a thorough introduction to an array of reptiles, amphibians and mammals, exploring their habits and habitats. Beginning with a biological and evolutionary overview of the animal kingdom, the book examines a huge range of animal characteristics, such as anatomy, survival instincts and reproduction, and takes a closer look at what it means to be an amphibian, reptile or mammal. The main part of the book describes animals from North and South America, Africa, Europe, Asia and Australia. Over 1000 illustrations, 800 distribution maps and information boxes detailing habitat, diet, size, life span and conservation status accompany the entries.

Review: Sturdy book, clear pictures. - Hight quality book. My son loved it.
Review: Excellent book ok - It’s the perfect source for wildlife enthusiasts 🙏🏻

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #556,831 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #60 in Veterinary Encyclopedias #588 in Biology of Wildlife #685 in Outdoors & Nature Reference |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 139 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sturdy book, clear pictures.
*by I***. on May 19, 2025*

Hight quality book. My son loved it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent book ok
*by N***T on March 18, 2024*

It’s the perfect source for wildlife enthusiasts 🙏🏻

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book!
*by N***N on January 14, 2022*

This book is great! My daughter wanted a book about animals, but wanted more than little facts about them. This book was perfect!

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*Last updated: 2026-05-23*