animal defenses

Uses a question-and-answer format to present information about some of the ways various animals protect themselves.

"Do some creatures really have the power to change their shapes? In fact, such animals do exist. Look inside to find out about eight of these extraordinary creatures, including a caterpillar that can rise up like a snake that is about to strike and a fish that can blow itself up into a big spiky ball"--Back cover.

"Each book in the Adapted to Survive series looks at a selection of high-interest animals that share a common skill, examining how each animal has adapted to survive in its own particular environment. This book looks at animals that dig, and includes chapters on moles, prairie dogs, wombats, polar bears, armadillos, and more!"--From the publisher's web site.

Examines the techniques and physical features used by predatory animals and the defenses used by their prey.

Explores the evolution of different plant and animal species and explains how organisms adapt to changing environments, from changes in physical appearance to adaptations in behavior.

"Engaging images accompany information about disgusting animals. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--.

Offers a look at the ways that various animals, both carnivores and herbivores, find the food they need to survive and avoid being eaten themselves.

This book looks at animals that hide, including polar bears, sidewinder snakes, tigers, and sharks.

Photographs and text depict how animals use teeth, claws, spikes, horns, camouflage, poison, and other ways to protect themselves from their enemies.