rare animals

Describes the five remaining species of rhinoceros, poaching activities which are steadily killing off the animals, and efforts to save the rhinoceros.

Ranger Rick and his animal friends rescue a rare woodland caribou who is trapped on a ledge and find that he is part of a small herd being protected and studied in the mountains of Idaho.

Provides information on a number of different animals--mammals, birds, reptiles, insects--that are an endangered species in the wild, and includes information on their habitats and population. Includes glossary and organizations to contact for further information.

Contains journal entries in which Basil Bernard Barnswhitten documents his exploration of rare animals and his findings over if they are alive or extinct or if they ever really existed.

Describes, in rhyming text and illustrations, the habitats and characteristics of a variety of unusual animals.

Discusses the giant panda, why it is an endangered species, and efforts by the World Wildlife Fund and other people to save the giant panda.

Explains why many of the world's seals are in danger of extinction and how the World Wildlife Fund is trying to save four species of seals.

Describes the twelve species of whales, threats to their existence, and efforts of the World Wildlife Fund to save whales from extinction.

Discusses the problems faced by endangered animals and the work of conservation groups to protect them.