# How Do Meerkats Order Pizza?: Wild Facts about Animals and the Scientists Who Study Them - Hardcover

by **Brooke Barker** (Author), **Brooke Barker** (Illustrator)

**In this "pleasing and informative" (_Kirkus Reviews_) illustrated nonfiction book for middle grade readers, Brooke Barker of _Sad Animal Facts_ introduces readers to incredible animals and the bizarre things human scientists do to understand them.**

Did you know that crows never forget a face? Or that jaguars have a favorite cologne? Have you ever wondered how to pet a yeti crab? Or whether dogs can tell if you're smiling? And just what is a burrowing bettong?

Meet these weird, wonderful animals and the equally weird and wonderful scientists who study them. From crafting fake poop to slurping up bugs with a straw, there's nothing these amazing humans won't do to help us learn more about the animals around us. Packed with fascinating facts, this hilarious book from the bestselling creator of _Sad Animal Facts_ reveals secrets like why roosters crow and how meerkats make decisions as a group--and how humans can better understand the wild creatures we share the planet with.

### Author Biography

Brooke Barker is a writer and illustrator who lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her successful Instagram account became the basis for her book, _Sad Animal Facts_. Brooke is also the author of _How Do Meerkats Order Pizza?_. Her favorite animal is the Malayan tapir. Follow her on Instagram @SadAnimalFacts.

**Number of Pages:** 200

**Dimensions:** 0.6 x 8.25 x 6.25 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** November 22, 2022

## Details

- **Price:** 19.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Books by splitShops
- **Type:** Books
- **Tags:** Books by splitShops, Shopify Collective

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