endangered species

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behaviors of this largest cat in the world which is in danger of dying out because of hunting and destruction of its forest home.

A survey of the various species endangered by humans with a discussion of what is being done to preserve these animals from extinction.

Surviving in the wild can be tough, thankfully some of the most rare animals on the planet now have science on their side. Readers explore the science behind combating animal extinction in this exciting, high-interest volume. Readers will discover what science is doing to help keep endangered animals from disappearing altogether.

Explains the challenges facing endangered animals, exploring the causes and offering possible solutions.

When seventh-grader Amalee uses an inheritance to make a movie about endangered species, she discovers a link with the mother she never knew.

Presents an overview of various species of whale, how they have become endangered, and what is being done to protect them from extinction.

Examines the history of tiger attacks on humans, discussing loss of habitat, long-term captivity, the endangered status of tigers, and plans for their protection.

Discusses the history of lion attacks on humans and the reasons for the attacks, including species endangerment, loss of habitat, and dangers of captivity.

Contains twenty-three essays that debate issues associated with endangered species, including if extinction is a serious problem, if efforts to preserve endangered species are effective, if endangered species should take priority over jobs, development, and property rights, and how endangered species can be protected in other countries.

After Spinner Shafter catches a cutthroat trout in the Snake River, she and her cousin Alligator search the nearby mountains to determine where the endangered fish came from and how it survived.