Dodd, Mead wonders books

Discusses the characteristics and behavior of terns, small birds with powerful wings.

Describes the history, physical characteristics, courtship, nesting, and feeding habits of various kinds of pelicans.

Describes the evolution of zebras, their physical characteristics, behavior, natural habitat and the efforts of conservationists to help them survive in an increasingly hostile environment.

Discusses the mule, a hard-working, intelligent animal which is considered one of the greatest successes in the selective breeding of livestock.

Traces the natural history and lore of the common hippopotamus and the pygmy hippopotamus, two species of plant-eating, amphibious, even-toed ungulates that live in the muddy rivers of Africa.

Describes the evolution, physical characteristics, and behavior of wild and domestic turkeys and discusses the various breeds and their role in American tradition and folklore.

Describes the characteristics and habits of various species of bears.

Discusses the physical characteristics, behavior, species, and life cycle of sea horses and how to keep them as pets.

Text and photographs introduce the physical characteristics and habits of various species of frogs and toads.

Introduces the crocodilian creatures of the world and discusses some of their habits and peculiar characteristics.