Living Color

Written and illustrated by Steve Jenkins

Discover how animals use vibrant colors to survive and thrive.

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32 pages· NC950L

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Bookroo's summary

Explore the vibrant world of animals, from the scarlet ibis to the blue-tongued skink. Discover how creatures like the pink flamingo and the long-wattled umbrella bird use their brilliant colors to warn predators, attract mates, and hide from enemies. What secrets do their hues hold in the battle for survival? Dive into a world where color is more than just beauty—it's a tool for life.

From the publisher

Red, blue, yellow, green, orange, purple, pink–animals can be startlingly colorful. Why are they found in so many shades, tints, and hues? From the scarlet ibis to the blue-tongued skink, award-winning author/illustrator Steve Jenkins depicts a whole world of colorful animals in his signature style. Living Color explores a range of animals from old favorites like the pink flamingo to rare and fascinating creatures such as the long-wattled umbrella bird and the ringed caecilian. How do the brilliant feathers, scales, shells, and skin of these animals help them survive? Find out in this strikingly beautiful book how animals use color to warn predators, signal friends, attract a mate, or hide from their enemies.

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