Living wild

"A look at hummingbirds, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their ability to hover, behaviors, relationships with humans, and admired status in the world today"--.

Long neck stretches ... Knobby legs gallop ... Meet the giraffe! Brimming with vivid photos and scientific facts, Giraffes treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive profile of this marvelous African mammal. It covers zoology topics such as anatomy, diet, habitat, and life cycle, as well as species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Sidebars, a range map, and a glossary support the main text, while a Tanzanian tale about the giraffe adds a cross-curricular cultural layer to the title.

Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Pandas treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of this marvelous Asian mammal. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and an ancient Chinese folk tale about the bear.

Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Wolves treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of this marvelous mammal. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and an American Indian wolf legend.

Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Whales treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of these mighty marine mammals. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and a Japanese whale fable.

Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Tigers treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of this majestic mammal. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and a Vietnamese tale about the big cat.

Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Snakes treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of this group of remarkable reptiles, including anacondas and vipers. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and an American Indian snake tale.

Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Sharks treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of these fantastic ocean fish. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and a Hawaiian shark tale.

Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Rhinoceroses treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of this mighty mammal. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and a Malaysian folk tale about the rhino.

Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Polar Bears treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of this marvelous Arctic mammal. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and an Inuit tale about the polar bear.