Following an opening chapter by the late Susumu Ohno on paralogues of sex-determining genes, the five best-studied genes essential for early mammalian gonadal development are portrayed in detail: SF-1 and WT1 and their roles in early events in gonadal development, SRY and SOX9 in testis determination, and the anti-testis gene DAX-1. Subsequent chapters look at the roles of these genes in sex determination in marsupial mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish, and review the different ...

The most commonly kept domestic animal in the developed world, the cat has been a part of human life for thousands of years. Cats have been both worshipped and persecuted over this long period - either loved or hated for their enigmatic self-reliance and the subject of numerous myths and fables. Highlighting startling discoveries made over the last ten years, this new edition features contributions from experts in a wide range of fields, providing authoritative accounts of the behaviour of...

WINNER OF THE MERIAL HUMAN-ANIMAL BOND AWARDWINNER OF THE DWAA BEST REFERENCE BOOK AWARDWINNER OF THE 2014 DOG WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA: 2014 DOGWISE BEST BOOK AWARDA New York Times–bestselling book about the extraordinary abilities of man's best friendWhen Cat Warren adopted Solo, an unruly German shepherd puppy, she soon began to wonder what she’d let herself in for. Solo’s ...

Kids love nature at very early ages. In fact, they develop a love for certain animals as soon as they are exposed to them. Often, it is the babies of their favorite creatures that really spark their imaginations. In this case, a nature book about baby animals can be used to engage the children in the things that they have in common with the babies and also how they differ. The kids are often engaged as soon as they see these baby animals in books.

This is the animal encyclopedia that you would love your child to have. It provides a list of jungle animals, complete with their pictures and short descriptions. Think of this book as a child-friendly and safer way for a child to interact with the wild animals of the jungle. So go ahead and grab a copy of this book today!

Among favorite animals for kids are lions, tigers, and bears, which makes a Lions, Tigers and Bears in Motion Picture Book an ideal choice for a school aged child. This picture book shows these large animals in their environments and helps children learn about how the animals eat, find shelter and survive. The pictures are engaging for young boys and girls and show the lively action of the jungle or mountains. Children love lions and tigers and bears, and the Lions, Tigers and Bears in Mot...

Pandas are extremely adorable creatures that make you want to hug them! But do you know they are endangered species? Pandas are losing their homes as forests are taken down to build cities. Using this picture book, you will become aware of their plight and hopefully fight for the too. Your own little ways can do wonders! Secure a copy today!

This book depicts the wonder of the world of Bears in all its glory. Children are given a well-rounded understanding of this fascinating creature: its anatomy, feeding habits and behavior. The following bears are featured: * The abundant American Black Bear * The shy Asiatic Black Bear * The endangered Giant Panda Bear * The silvery Grizzly Bear * The awesome Kodiak Bear * The sweet-toothed Malayan Sun Bear * The carnivorous Polar Bear * The unique Sloth Bear * The diminutive Spectacled Be...

What makes wolves different from foxes? Find out the answer by turning the pages of this brilliant educational book. The advantage of learning from this book is that information has been cleverly broken into more understandable pieces. Plus, there’s the addition of images that makes learning all the more fun and effective. Secure a copy today!

Are you ready to meet the different animals living in the jungle? Turn the pages of this picture book to get to know them! The importance of this book is in line with raising awareness on what the jungle is and why it is vital to many wildlife. Your child will definitely love learning from this book, so grab a copy today!

Educate your child that no matter how weird animals may look, they must still be cared for. The purpose of this educational book, therefore, is to raise awareness on animal diversity. It introduces animals in full color so there's familiarization. Select texts are also there to encourage reading and comprehension. Grab a copy today!

Introduce more animals through this effective animal-inspired educational book. Studying has never been made easier through the use of vibrant images and a great lay-out too. Such combination encourage self-study and rouses the interest to know more. Your child will definitely love this book because it has all the right factors in place. Buy a copy now!