rare animals

Features ten endangered mountain animals including bald eagles, wolves, grizzly bears, eastern cougars, and condors.

Examines the life-threatening changes in the natural habitat of a variety of animals and explores ways in which these endangered species can be preserved and protected.

Describes those wildlife species which are or have been threatened with extinction and the ways in which people are trying to save them.

Follows the life of a bull African elephant named Ndovu, including life in a typical elephant herd, the perils of being an elephant among ivory poachers, and the wildlife of Africa.

"Describes various invertebrates that are endangered and at risk of becoming extinct. Data sheet sidebars and maps accompany the text"--Provided by publisher.

Colorful photographs and text describe various endangered or threatened species around the world, covering their habitat, behavior, and efforts to protect them.

Discusses the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and endangered nature of the elephant.

Text and photographs tell the story of scientists who are studying the Florida black bear.

Introduces the different species of turtles and tortoises, their habits, and habitats, and discusses their endangered status and current conservation efforts.

Ten-year-old Billy suspects that his pet ferret Zucchini may be a black-footed ferret, one of the rarest mammals in the world, and takes him on a trip through the West to meet the handful of black-footed ferrets known to exist.