ANIMAL CAMOUFLAGE: A Closer Look

by Joyce Powzyk ‧ RELEASE DATE: March 1, 1990

A distinguished illustrator and naturalist shows how both predators and prey in the animal world use concealing and disruptive coloration, disguise, mimicry, masking, and eye concealment. A full-page, softly muted watercolor shows each insect or animal camouflaged, while the facing page shows the animal alone and explains the mechanics of camouflage. For example, the chameleon can change colors because its skin is made of four distinct layers, each producing a different color; by blending several layers, a wide selection is possible. In describing the winter coat of the snowshoe hare, Powzyk notes: ""The white color of the winter fur is caused by tiny bubble-shaped structures inside each hair, which reflect all light."" Both the beauty of the illustrations and the clarity of the text makes this an excellent choice. Includes additional brief examples of camouflage; glossary; further reading; scientific names of animals; index.

Pub Date: March 1, 1990

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: 40

Publisher: Bradbury

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: Feb. 15, 1990

Categories: CHILDREN'S