endangered species

Thirteen-year-old Teddy Fitzroy and his girlfriend, Summer, investigate when a mountain lion is accused of killing a prized dog outside of FunJungle Wild Animal Park in the Texas Hill Country.

"Explores the extraordinary variety of the natural world and profiles some of its most surprising creatures"--Provided by publisher.

Text and color illustrations explore the history and characteristics of green turtles and explain why they are endangered.

"The bald eagle is the national emblem of the United States. Unfortunately, the very people who made this bird into an icon also put it at risk of extinction. The bald eagle has been the victim of pesticide use, poaching, and habitat destruction. Thankfully, conservation efforts and the banning of DDT have helped eagle populations recuperate. Breaking down the history of the bald eagles progress with a...timeline, this book educates readers about the issues facing our national symbol. They'll learn about the animals unique ecological role in text accompanied by colorful photographs"--Amazon.com.

"To appreciate the plight of endangered species, readers are asked to consider the history of the American bison. From dominating the plains to a swift decline to the brink of extinction, the...American bison epitomizes the crisis of habitat loss for wildlife. Delving into the...policies that nearly led to this creatures extermination, this book illuminates the history of the species with a...timeline, ...sidebars, and...photographs. The book reveals the efforts that have restored the bison to sustainable numbers and educates readers about the value of conservation and the critical role this...animal plays in its ecosystem"--Amazon.com.

Explores how the gray wolf came under attack, and how conservationists are working to change people's attitude toward the species.

Readers will learn the recovery story of the humpback whale. Explores the danger this species faced, and the challenges, failures and successes of the people who helped to save the humpback from extinction.

"The American alligator, which escaped extinction 65 million years ago, was nearly wiped out in the marshes and swamps of Louisiana and Florida in the last century. Today, they are thriving. This exciting book tells the story of how government protection, habitat preservation, and a campaign to reduce the demand for alligator products helped bring back these fierce-looking predators"--Amazon.

"Long considered by humans as a threat to livestock, wolves are hunted as pests. In particular, the gray wolf has been hunted almost to extinction in parts of North America. But these keystone predators help keep an ecosystem in balance. This book details reintroduction programs that have helped populations recoveryet they still occupy only 10 percent of their historic range"--Amazon.

Explains the grizzly bears decline due to human interaction and habitat loss. Readers will learn about the strategies put in place that help to recover this species from near extinction.