Saving endangered species

Examines the history, habitats, characteristics, and distribution of Bighorn sheep and efforts to preserve their species from extinction.

Presents an introduction to green sea turtles, providing information on their physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, behavior, and endangered status.

Introduces students to the threats that are endangering the Florida panther, and explains how this endangered species can be protected in the future. Includes addresses for Internet resources.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behaviors of jaguars, explains how they became endangered, and chronicles the efforts to protect them from extinction. Features references to related Web sites throughout.

Describes the history, physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the California condor, explains how they became endangered, and chronicles the effort to save them. Features references to related Web sites throughout.

Examines the characteristics and habitat of the sperm whale, why they are endangered, and efforts by scientists to try to save them.

Presents information on snow leopards, discusses their habitat, threats to their survival, and efforts to save the species, and includes Web site links throughout.

Introduces students to the threats that are endangering the red wolf; and explains how this endangered species can be protected in the future. Includes addresses for Internet resources.

Introduces students to the threats that are endangering mountain gorillas and explains how this endangered species can be protected in the future.

Explores the lives and behaviors of giant pandas, explains how and why they have become endangered, and looks at efforts to restore their populations and ensure their future survival. Includes Website links.