Notes

50 pages
colour illustrations.
Summary: When a plant's roots are attacked by larva grub, who will come to help? Almost like an ambulance responding to a distress call, Nema, a nematode, responds to urgent chemical signals from the plant. A small crew of Xeno bacteria hitch a ride and together Nema and the Xenos adventure out into the soil. They follow the dangerous trail to the grub, dodging predators and discovering the wonderful highways around the plant roots. There, the Xenos showcase their amazing abilities to defeat the grub and the complex and fascinating partnership between the nematodes and bacteria is fully revealed. An illustrated storybook exploring the symbiotic relationship between Nema and the Xenos, and the important role that they play in soil health.
Small friends series.