Bite: An Incisive History of Teeth, From Hagfish to Humans

Bite: An Incisive History of Teeth, from Hagfish to Humans takes a fascinating look at teeth across the animal kingdom and throughout human history. Zoologist Bill Schutt explores how teeth, fangs, and tusks have evolved and helped vertebrates survive, from fish and vampire bats to dinosaurs, prehistoric crocodiles, and humans. Along the way, he reveals how fossilized teeth can help scientists understand evolution, diet, disease, and even past human societies.

Why You’ll Love This

• Explores the evolution and diversity of teeth across the animal kingdom
• Features fascinating examples including fang blennies, vampire bats, dinosaurs, and prehistoric crocodiles
• Examines how fossilized teeth provide clues about evolution, diet, disease, and human history
• Connects biology and natural history with surprising cultural stories about teeth
• Written by zoologist Bill Schutt in an engaging and witty style
• A great read for dinosaur fans, natural-history enthusiasts, and curious science lovers

Sink your teeth into the surprising science and history of one of the most familiar—and fascinating—features of the animal world.