Though elephants are Earth s largest land animals, their size can t protect them from poachers. As a result of illegal hunting, these remarkable animals are disappearing from the wild. Readers will discover how elephants live and why it is so important to protect them. They will also find out why elephants are targeted by poachers and what is being done to keep these animals from disappearing for good.
Presents an introduction to elephants, discussing their bodies, families, eating and bathing habits, and evolution, and briefly explains why elephants are becoming scarce.
