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Dinosaur Behavior

by Mike Benton

Book Details

Publisher:Princeton University Press
Published:2023-10-31
Pages:225
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

A stunningly illustrated guide to these extraordinary creatures from a world-renowned paleontologist Paleobiology has advanced from a speculative subject to a cutting-edge science. Today, researchers are applying the latest forensic technologies to the fossil record, revealing startling new insights into the lives of dinosaurs. This illustrated guide explores the behavior, evolution, physiology, and extinction of dinosaurs, taking readers inside the mysterious world of these marvelous animals. W

Our Review

This comprehensive guide to dinosaur science brings cutting-edge paleobiology to life, exploring everything from prehistoric behavior patterns to the forensic technologies revolutionizing our understanding of these ancient creatures. Renowned paleontologist Mike Benton translates complex scientific discoveries into accessible insights about dinosaur physiology, social structures, and evolutionary history, all supported by stunning visual documentation that makes the distant past feel vividly present.

What sets this book apart is its focus on the dynamic lives of dinosaurs rather than just their skeletal remains, examining evidence of hunting strategies, parental care, and communication through the lens of modern forensic science. Teen readers fascinated by prehistoric life will appreciate how the book transforms fossil evidence into compelling narratives about daily existence in the Mesozoic era, while the striking illustrations help conceptualize these magnificent animals as living, breathing creatures rather than museum exhibits. The result is an immersive journey that reshapes how we imagine the world of dinosaurs and their ultimate extinction.

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Nature