carnivora

Text and photographs look at carnivores. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Text and photographs look at carnivores. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Looks at what a carnivore eats as well as how common features like tooth shape reflect an animal's diet.

Text and photographs look at carnivores.

Photographs and simple text describe a number of animals and plants that are carnivorous.

An introduction to black bears, describing their habitats, behaviors, physical characteristics, diet, and more.

"[Introduces young readers to the] animal diversity that can be found across America. They'll learn about bears, wolves, raptors, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Profiles six of the world's deadliest mammals, including how they hunt, what they eat, where they live, and the role they play in maintaining nature's balance.

Wolverines are full of nasty surprises. Not only does this rough, tough predator have razor-sharp claws, incredibly strong jaws, and killer senses of smell and hearing, it can also release a very potent "stink bomb" to scare away its enemies! Wolverines spend most of their time trying to fill their bellies, though. These ferocious mammals are built to survive in their northern habitats. Readers will enjoy this entertaining account of wolverines in the wild, full of hair-raising facts and stunning action photographs.

Mongooses, with their long body, short legs, and pointy snouts, are cute furry animals, unless you're an enemy. Then, it doesn't matter how dangerous the situation, they aren't afraid to fight. Mongooses are famous for going head-to-head with venomous king cobras and adders! Readers will discover the adaptations that equip mongooses for these battles, including lightning-quick reflexes and razor-sharp teeth. They'll also learn some odd quirks about some mongoose species, such as how they crack open eggs by throwing them at rocks. A habitat map, graphic organizer, and photographs of mongooses in action will make readers feel like mongoose experts.