A Nature Lover's Almanac: Kinky Bugs, Stealthy Critters, Prosperous Plants & Celestial Wonders

by Diane Olson

Book Overview

Fun nature trivia for city dwellers and suburbanites alike.

Did you know that: We all have follicle mites living on our faces? In India, the humble pigeon is a symbol of lust? Jumping spiders sometimes watch TV with you? Healthy garden soil has the same characteristics as a good chocolate cake? The North Pole rarely points north? The caterpillar of the silver-spotted skipper blasts its frass (poop) five feet outside its nest? Fascinating...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1423622243
• ISBN13: 9781423622246
• Release Date: June 2012
• Publisher: Gibbs Smith
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 4.5" x 6.3"