Open Wide! Jaw-Dropping Mouths of the Animal World
by Dr Letizia Diamante, illustrated by Ed J. Brown
Interest age: 6 to 8
Published by What on Earth! Books, 2024
About this book
All animals have different types of mouths, and these differences are essential to their survival, allowing them to access new food. A lion’s sharp teeth can tear up meat and a bird’s strong beak can crunch up seed pods.
But animals use their mouths for so much more than eating. Some animals use their mouths for climbing, storing food, or scaring away enemies. For instance, the anaconda can eat its prey whole, not needing to chew at all, and yet the walrus has tusks – enlarged upper canine teeth – that can grow to be about one metre long.
Presented in 14 chapters detailing everything from tusks to tongues and spit to beaks, this fascinating guide to all things toothy is an original take on the animal non-fiction book, allowing readers to get an insight into a variety of animals and their habits. Ed J. Brown’s illustrations are bright and full of interest, ensuring a vibrant reading experience.
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