"Packed with more than 3,000 indispensable facts about the flora and fauna of the world, this handy reference explains the formation of mountains, deserts, glaciers, forests, jungles, seas and rivers, fossils, rocks, gems, and minerals. The book will delight all readers who love natural history, whether they are animal, plant, bird, reptile enthusiasts with its clean design and rich photographs and illustrations"--Provided by publisher.