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Gail Nelson

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Gail’s love for a very misunderstood group of animals, reptiles, led her to write about and draw them. She is a freelance writer and illustrator, and her latest book, “Pebble Skins and Fast Walkers: What’s In a Name?” Is due out in early 2023.

She lives in north Texas with her husband, twin teenage sons, dogs, cat, and several reptiles.

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Convergent Evolution: Emerald Tree Boa and Green Tree Python

Convergent evolution explains why the emerald tree boa and green tree python are similar despite living in different parts of the world. Explore the Amazon treetops with Fiona & Fuzz while they learn about it.

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