rare animals

Focuses on previously endangered species that have made comebacks and avoided extinction through world efforts toward wildlife conservation.

Brief descriptions of the European wolf, the otter, the peregrine falcon, and the European beaver, discussing the precariousness of their existence in Europe.

Describes efforts to protect sea turtles, particularly Kemp's ridley turtles, and help them reproduce and replenish their once-dwindling numbers.

Describes the characteristics and habits of the giant panda, its life in the wild and in captivity, efforts to hunt it and show it in zoos, and attempts to save it as an endangered species.

Discusses the reasons some animals have become extinct, the current factors which may lead to extinction of more species, and possible solutions.

Examines wildlife that is under threat or has become extinct and the causes of species extinction around the world.

Describes the ancestry, habitat, characteristics and life cycle of this marine mammal, including threats to its survival.

At bedtime a young boy takes a trip on his toy train and rescues several endangered animals.

Discusses the physical characteristics, habits, natural habitat, and protection of many endangered species in North America, including Florida panthers, Puerto-Rican parrots, and a variety of wildflowers.

Introduces the monkeys of South America, many of which are now rare and endangered, such as the lion tamarin, woolly spider monkey, and bald uakari.