Schutt, Bill
Dark Banquet: Blood and the Curious Lives of Blood-Feeding Creatures
- ISBN 13:
- 9780307381132
- author:
- Schutt, Bill
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Broadway Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.3 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Animals
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Dark Banquet: Blood and the Curious Lives of Blood-Feeding Creatures by Bill Schutt For centuries, blood feeders have captivated our imagination, appearing in our nightmares and horror stories. Yet, they also inhabit the shadowy realms of scientific knowledge. In this fascinating exploration, zoologist Bill Schutt delves into the world of sanguivorous creatures, revealing their intriguing biology and surprising roles in nature. Schutt's sharp eye and witty approach make a compelling case for the importance of studying these creatures, from bats to bedbugs. He examines the substance that sustains nature's vampires, shedding light on how little we knew about blood until relatively modern times. This enlightening book also delves into the dangers of ticks, chiggers, and mites, and the bizarre world of vampire finches and the candiru, a fish that's said to be a reason to avoid swimming in the online marketplace.
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