Discover the dinosaurs and prehistoric animals that once roamed across
Earth and commanded the oceans and seas. Completely revised with
comprehensive text and new images, The Kingfisher Dinosaur
Encyclopedia brings dinosaur enthusiasts closer to prehistoric life
than ever before.
Colorful illustrations, 3-D reconstructions, and step-by-step sequences
detail the latest scientific research about these magnificent creatures.
Discover which baby dinosaur had a footprint smaller than a fifty cent
coin, witness how a recent discovery has brought scientists closer to
truly knowing dinosaurs' coloring, and meet the scientists who have
unearthed groundbreaking revelations. Dinosaurs and reptiles from around
the world are shown in concise detail, including the giants discovered
in Tanzania, the remarkable early bird fossils found in the Jehol Biota
ecosystem in China, and the dinosaur bone bed in New Mexico.
The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia is perfect for home learning and
for school - the ultimate guide that every dinosaur fan needs.
Author Michael Benton is a renowned palaeontologist and has written of
several dinosaur themed children's books, as well as consulting on media
productions. He has even had a dinosaur named after him