chimpanzees

Photographs and simple text tell the story of Mitra and Shiva, baby white tigers, raise on a preserve for endangered animals by animal worker, China, and her helper Anjana, a chimpanzee.

The intriguing world of our closest animal cousins, the chimpanzees, is explored in this richly detailed text and collection of superb photographs from the intricacies of social organization and mating strategies to the making and using of tools.

Including fact boxes and Web sites, this book describes the inner workings of a chimpanzee troop, including how they live, eat, and play together.

Arguably the most intelligent of nonhuman animals, chimpanzees are endlessly fascinating. Sadly, their population has been drastically reduced over the past 50 years. This book explains what makes these animals so interesting, the dangers they grapple with, and a number of conservationist efforts.

"This book takes an engaging look at the work of ground-breaking conservationist, Jane Goodall, and her work with chimpanzees. It covers Goodall's inspiration, her methods, findings, and the impact of her work in Africa."--.

Photographs and simple text share facts and information about chimpanzees, describing their physical characteristics, diet, habitat, and related topics.

Profiles the life and accomplishments of Jane Goodall, whose observations have advanced understanding of primate behavior, through combining strict scientific principles with intuitive and ethical thought.

Follows the growth, development, and training of Little Chimp until at age five he has his first solo experience.

Introduces chimpanzees and monkeys, describing their physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior.

"A look at chimpanzees, including their habitats, physical haracteristics such as their knuckle-walking, behaviors, relationships with humans, and protected status in the world today"--Provided by publisher.