Burlington Public Library

Provides answers to a variety of questions about various poisonous creatures, such as "Do Gila monsters bite humans," "What are killer bees," "Which ant sting hurts the most," and "Are frogs poisonous?"

"Which animals are known for their deadly venom? This book explores the wild, wicked, and wonderful world of venomous animals. Series is developed to aid struggling and reluctant young readers with engaging high-interest content, considerate text, and clear visuals. Includes table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, index, sidebars, and author biographies"--

Describes what various types of vipers look like, what they eat, where they can be found, how they defend themselves, the danger from their bites, and the outlook for their future.

Provides a scientific explanation for the reasons why people itch; describes the animals and plants responsible; and discusses how people have dealt with itching and the impact it has had in history.

"Biologist Christie Wilcox investigates and illuminates the animals of our nightmares, arguing that they hold the keys to a deeper understanding of evolution, adaptation, and immunity. She reveals just how venoms function and what they do to the human body. With Wilcox as our guide, we encounter a jellyfish with tentacles covered in stinging cells that can kill humans in minutes; a two-inch caterpillar with toxic bristles that trigger hemorrhaging;...

Text and photographs introduce poisonous animals such as the fire salamander, death puffer, gila monster, and sea anemone.

"A venomous lizard the size of a small car. A snake capable of taking down an elephant. A "monster" that sends venom into its victims while it's chewing on them. Sound like the makings of the ultimate thriller movie? It's real life. And it's just the beginning"--

Text and illustrations describe the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the Portuguese man-of-war.

Discover a spine-tingling collection of toxic animals, and learn about the astonishing strategies they use to deliver venom and poison. Creatures from all around the animal kingdom wield a mysterious weapon that is key to their survival: poison! These sophisticated concoctions are designed with precision to defy predators or subdue prey. Within these pages, children will learn all about big-eyed critters with a poisonous secret; tiny, flashy octopuses...