mountain ecology

Describes mountains and the animals living on them.

Presents a short study of mountains, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more.

Meet some of the animals that survive on the highest mountains on Earth, from snow monkeys to yaks.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to life on a mountain."--Provided by publisher.

Describes what mountains are, where they are found, and what types of plants and animals live there. Includes online content that contains weblinks, audio and video clips, activities, and other features.

Discusses the importance of animal and plant species such as the snow leopard, red-naped sapsucker, gray wolf, mountain tapir, and whitebark pine are essential to mountain ecosytems, how their reduced numbers affect the entire food chain, and what is being done to save them.

An introduction to the tundra biome, covering plants, animals, and more.

"You've been called urgently to the Television Wildlife Centre where Lucinda Lavender, the TV Director General, is waiting for you. Reports of a terrifying yeti in the Towering Mountains have been made. Sir Digby Tweedhop, the top wildlife presenter, was sent up the mountain to capture the yeti on film - but he has disappeared without a trace! Only you, with your fantastic geography skills, will be able to find him. This is a life or death mission, create your own adventure and rescue Sir Digby Tweedhop from the mountain!"--Publisher.

Explores the food chains in mountain environments, discussing plant producers, animal consumers and predators, and flies, worms, and bacteria that act as decomposers. Includes examples of simple food chains, an activity, a glossary, an index, and access to online resources.

A look at a common food chain in the Rocky Mountains, introducing the ponderosa pine tree that starts the chain, the mountain lion that sits atop the chain, and various animals in between.