This first book of birds introduces children to the birds most commonly seen in gardens and wildlife areas in East Africa. The 58 birds are featured in full colour illustrations, with visual cues to each birds size, the food it eats, its nest and the footprint it leaves behind.
Children are both fascinated by, and afraid of, snakes and other reptiles, making them a receptive market for this topic.
Mammals come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes, from tiny bats and mice to massive elephants and whales.
Why does the African Jacana have long toes? What colour is the Cape Parrot? Which bird feasts on wild figs? And where does the Diderick Cuckoo lay its eggs?
A very first guide to birds for children aged 3 to 7, this title presents 56 of the most striking and commonly seen southern African species.
How does the sea snake swim? What is a 'hinged' tortoise? Who cleans a crocodile's teeth? Do toads cause warts? How do some frogs survive the dry season?
Etosha National Park is one of Africa's greatest wildlife sanctuaries, celebrated for its stark beauty, sweeping plains, and extraordinary diversity of wildlife. At its heart is Etosha Pan, the remnant of an ancient inland lake, now desiccated and bleached for most of the year.
The inspiration behind Restaurant Klein JAN did not come from a desire to create a fine dining experience in the middle of the Kalahari. It came from the heart – from the tables of my childhood – memories that I have taken with me into an unknown land.
The Scavenging Seven explores the fascinating world of scavengers nature's unsung heroes who use their unique adaptations to survive. While not the most glamorous creatures,... Læs mere