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This book looks back in time to reveal what lived in ancient New Zealand. It begins with a glimpse of the animals that lived in New Zealand just before people arrived. It then goes back in time, providing snapshots of particular periods, as far back as 180 million years ago. The range of animals covered in this book is remarkable : moa and other extraordinary birds that are now extinct; crocodilians and turtles; the shark-toothed dolphin and giant penguins; dinosaurs such as sauropods and theropods; as well as those resilient survivors who can still be found in New Zealand today, such as kiwi, native bats, giant weta and tuatara. This book is aimed at children from pre-schoolers up and anyone curious about New Zealand's ancient past and the animals that have lived here.Contents
Contents : travel back in time -- the changing land -- around 1000 years ago -- the forest at night -- in the mountains -- all about moa -- other extinct birds -- survivors from the past -- around 19 million years ago -- animals of Lake Manuherikia -- the seas of Zealandia -- ancient sea creatures -- around 80 million years ago -- dinosaurs and more -- life on Gondwana -- uncovering the secrets of the past -- glossary, index & find out more.Additional Info
Finalist 2017 NZ Book Awards for Children & Young Adults
