endangered species

"Presents the story of whale sharks--the largest fish on the planet. Facing threats from commercial fishing as well as climate change, they were categorized as endangered in 2016. Find out how scientists are working to study and protect these gentle giants of the ocean"--Publisher.

Explore the past, present, and future of California's redwood forest.

"Describes endangered primates of the world by assigning a species or primate-related term to each letter of the alphabet"--.

This book shares the survival stories of endangered species that have made a comeback. Learn about the human and natural factors that drove each species to the edge of extinction, and find out what helped them survive and thrive. --.

Provides alphabetically arranged entries that describe 240 extinct, endangered, vulnerable, and threatened animals and plants, each with information on physical characteristics and behaviors, habitat and distribution, history, and preservation efforts.

This book teaches young readers about the snow leopard's behaviors, habitat, diet, and family life.

"Describes endangered insects of the world by assigning a species or insects-related term to each letter of the alphabet"--.

Facts about giraffes, illustrated with color photographs and written for beginning readers. Includes an appendix of more advanced giraffe facts to facilitate discussion, as well as an index of sight words for lesson planning.

Through captivating, age-appropriate text, readers learn many interesting facts about animals of the rain forest and the environment they call home.