river dolphins

The author recounts her search for the pink river dolphins of the Amazon, describing their history and habits, threats to their survival, and their role as shapeshifting guides to another realm in the lore of local peoples.

Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of three of the world's largest freshwater mammals: the hippopotamus, manatee, and river dolphin, and discusses some of the factors that threaten their survival.

Describes the behavior, habitat, and life cycle of dolphins.

Describes different kinds of dolphins, including the bottlenose dolphin, Commerson's dolphin, and Chinese river dolphin, and discusses how they live and what can be done to save them from extinction.

Introduces the world of the freshwater dolphins called Encantados, or Enchanted, by the people who live near them in the region of the Amazon and Orinoco rivers in South America.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, food habits and defense mechanism of this river-dwelling dolphin, distinguished by its long, thin, pointy teeth.

Introduces the unusual dolphins that have adapted to life in the Amazon River region of South America, explores their habitats, and explains why they are endangered and what can be done to protect them.