Recommended reading on nature-related topics from librarians at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library.

The Secret Life of the Flying Squirrel
By Laurence Pringle

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“Emerging at night from a cozy nest high in a tree, Volans the flying squirrel glides down. Although called a “flying” squirrel, she actually doesn’t fly-she glides using fur-covered flaps. Her instincts lead her to her hidden cache of food. She is also looking for a roomier hiding place because she is ready to give birth. When her pups are born she stays close to home, giving them milk and keeping them safe from predators until they can venture out on their own. Filled with intriguing facts and gorgeous illustrations, readers will be fascinated by the story of these remarkable rodents.” -- Bibliocommons 

All About Bats
By  Caryn Jenner

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“Introduces bats, describing their habitats, physical characteristics, and behavior.”

-- Bibliocommons 

Bats of the Republic: An Illuminated Novel
By Zachary Thomas Dodson

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“Featuring hand-drawn maps, natural-history illustrations, science-fiction diagrams and novel-within-a-novel elements, a fantastical tale set centuries after the collapse of civilization finds a senator's descendant engaging a rebellion that threatens everything he understands.” —Bibliocommons 

My Cousin Momo
By Zachariah OHara

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“When Momo the flying squirrel arrives for a much-anticipated visit with his cousins, they think Momo is no fun until they try doing things his way.” —Bibliocommons

The Secret Lives of Bats
By Merlin D. Tuttle

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“Sharing highlights from a lifetime of adventure and discovery, Tuttle takes us to the frontiers of bat research and conservation and forever changes the way we see these poorly understood yet fascinating creatures. An ecologist, conservationist and wildlife photographer explains why bats are misunderstood and should not be feared, and discusses how highly intelligent they are, their social order which is similar to that of primates and how they eat crop pests and pollinate plants. 20,000 first printing.

An ecologist, conservationist, and wildlife photographer explains why bats are misunderstood, discussing their high intelligence, social order, and benefits to agriculture.” -- Bibliocommons

The Bat House Guide
By Merlin D. Tuttle

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“Follow our building advice or look for vendors who meet the high standards required to gain MTBC's Seal of Approval. And if you achieve exceptional success, or even unexplained failure, let us hear from you are MerlinTuttle.org. Most of all, enjoy your bats and share your experiences with friends and neighbors!"--back cover.

Flying Squirrels
By Marcia Zappa

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“Introduces flying squirrels, describing their physical features, habitats, gliding behavior, life cycle, and predators.”—Bibliocommons