primates

Details the discovery of a forty-seven-million-year-old Darwinius fossil known as Ida, and discusses what scientists have learned from studying it.

Discusses the evolution, physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of gorillas, chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, marmosets, and other primates. Includes excerpts about these animals from the writings of famous authors.

Presents an introduction to monkeys, and other primates, in simple text with illustrations, describing their physical characteristics, life cycle, and behavior.

Describes the physical characteristics, natural habitat, behavior, diet, and world distribution of lemurs.

Discover the unique qualities of the genus squirrel-sized Central and South American monkey.

Discover the life cycle, behaviors, and diets of the rain forest native spider monkey.

Discover the habitats, diet, and life cycle of the adaptable and intelligent monkey from Asia.

Discover the life cycle, behaviors, and diets of the endangered monkey from the jungles in Borneo.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and behavior of the gorilla.

Photographs and text provide information about primates to young readers, discussing the physical characteristics of primates, their life cycles, types, homes, and behaviors. Includes suggested activities, a glossary, index, and list of related Web sites.