Ninja Bandicoots and Turbo-Charged Wombats: Stories From Behind The Scenes At The Zoo
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Ninja Bandicoots and Turbo-Charged Wombats: Stories From Behind The Scenes At The Zoo
By (Author) Hazel Flynn
Black Inc.
Piccolo Nero
7th January 2020
Australia
Classifications
Children
Non Fiction
Zoos and wildlife parks: general interest
Childrens / Teenage: General interest
Physical Properties
Paperback
256
Width 142mm, Height 195mm, Spine 21mm
258g
Description
Come behind the scenes at an Australian zoo as the zookeepers share amazing stories, for children aged 9 to 12. Why are 1000 trees needed for every koala in a zoo How do you check a tree-kangaroo's pouch for joeys Why is a wombat's poo square-shapped And how do dogs help look after 'extinct' bandicoots In these behind-the-scenes stories, you'll discover what it's really like to be a zookeeper today and learn fascinating new facts about some of Australia's most loveable and rare creatures. Real zookeepers share their funny and moving adventures, from looking after an orphaned koala to saving tiny frogs from extinction. Many Australian animals are endangered, and in this book you'll also discover how you can help save them - it's easier than you think!
Author Bio
Hazel Flynn is a writer, editor and animal lover. She has written for Cosmos and Reader's Digest, among others, and has written ten books, including Working Dog Heroes.
