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The Private Life of Spiders

by Paul Hillyard

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Presents an illustrated guide to the anatomy, behavior, social organization, reproduction, hunting techniques, and web construction of a variety of spiders from around the world.

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Languages: English, German
Media: Paper
ISBNs: 5

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Published: 2007
Genres: Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Tween
DDC/MDS: 595.44
LCC: QL458.4 .H554

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