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Skulls and Bones

A Guide to the Skeletal Structures and Behavior of North American Mammals

Glenn Searfoss
 
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A skull lies half-hidden in the grass and leaves -- what type of animal did it come from? What did the animal eat? How did it behave? Skulls and Bones answers those questions and many others-allowing naturalists of all ages and skills to quickly identify mammal bones, understand their structure, and learn about the animal's lifestyle. With detailed line drawings, information on North America's most common land mammals, and tips on building a bone collection, Skulls and Bones can serve as the foundation for a fascinating new hobby or a useful reference for experienced collectors and biologists.

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  • Subtitle: A Guide to the Skeletal Structures and Behavior of North American Mammals
  • Media: Paperback Book, 277 pages
  • Publisher: Stackpole Books (February 01, 1995)
  • Edition: 1
  • ISBN-10: 0811725715
  • ISBN-13: 9780811725712
  • Dimensions: 5.9 x 8.7 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.85 lbs
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Customer Reviews

  • Rating Excellent guide  Aug 13, 2005 (10 of 12 found this helpful)

    I found this to be a superb reference in identifying random bones I've found in the woods. I *like* the simple line drawings--they show the basic shape of the bones nicely--you know exactly what it is you're looking for. I highly recommend it!

  • Rating Outstanding reference material  Jul 9, 2008 (4 of 5 found this helpful)

    This book is an excellent reference book for students, collectors, and for law enforcement and forensic investigators. This book is a simple, concise, heavily illustrated guide for animal bone recognition. While it is usually easy for an experienced indiviual to distinguish human skeletal remains from animal, this book provides the ability to determine exactly what animal.

  • Rating Cover might need a bit of work...  May 21, 2007 (2 of 26 found this helpful)

    I have not read the book. It could be a great book for all I know. I just wanted to point out that the cover has what looks like a chinese water deer skull in the top left corner. The last time I checked those were not found in North America.

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