habits and behavior

Describes how animals stay cool in hot weather, by such actions as wallowing in mud, burrowing, or panting.

Illustrates animal homes that are above the ground, on the ground, under the ground, and in the water.

"Discusses animals that have disgusting characteristics and behaviors"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the strategies that insects employ to cooperate and survive in a hostile world.

A presentation of the habits and behavior of wolves throughout the year, and discussions of the voice of the wolf, wolves as individuals, and man's relationship to the wolf, especially his long persecution of the animal.

Rhyming text describes how various mammals camouflage themselves to protect against predators.

Describes different kinds of tails and how they are used by such animals as peacocks, dogs, monkeys, and beavers.

Pictures and text show how different animals use posture, plumage, or other natural decoration to warn, elude, or engage in courtship.

Simple text and photographs show many different kinds of tails and various things they can do. Includes a picture glossary which identifies the animals pictured and provides information to help with classification skills.

Introduces, in simple text and photographs, the feathers or fur of a yellow warbler, porcupine, skunk, white-tailed deer, flying squirrel, owl, and Dalmatian.