orangutans

Discover the science, myths, and folklore of the orangutan. From physical features and classification to habitat, diet, and communication, Orangutans provides an in-depth and informative overview of this endangered animal. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. This book comes alive with video, audio, weblinks, slide shows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Contains color photographs and facts about the physical characteristics of orangutans, and includes information about other animals that live in Asia.

Provides an introduction to orangutans, looking at their habitats, physical characteristics, diets, families, growth, and behaviors.

A short, nature documentary that examines the lives of orphaned orangutans and elephants because of poaching and habitat encroachment and follows the efforts of individuals who work to rescue, rehabilitate, and return these animals to the wild.

Describes the different ways orangutans display their intelligence, both in the wild and in captivity, explaining how the animals have learned to use tools and communicate.

Provides information about the appearance, homes, eating habits, and reproduction of orangutans, and includes photographs.

Describes the physical traits, behavior, movement, senses, diet, and life cycle of orangutans, and discusses threats to their survival.

Presents a short study of the Orangutan, and describes its habitat, physical characteristics, endangered species status, and steps that have been taken to protect it.

Presents the results of a ten-year study of orangutans, providing a scientific history of the great apes, a description of their physical characteristics, and information about their natural habitat and behavior patterns; and includes a look at the rehabilitation operations at Camp Leakey and Wanariset.

Provides information about orangutans and their habitat.