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All Earth's creatures are unique, but some...well, they're just plain weird! In this entertaining volume, readers will learn more about some of the planet's weirdest sharks and sharklike creatures, including the bizarre-looking goblin shark, the giant guitarfish, and the oddly flat Pacific angel shark. Full-color photos highlight these creatures' strange shapes, while fact boxes and statistics tell more about their habits, habitats, and diets.

The sharks featured in this book are built for speed! Did you know that speedy shortfin mako sharks might play "chicken" by swimming full speed at divers? That salmon sharks are uniquely warm blooded to give them more speed for hunting? Or that blacktip sharks can jump completely out of the water? These and other intriguing details will pull readers in, while color photos and fact boxes will give them even more information about these swift aquatic predators.

Sharp teeth. Strong jaws. Quick reflexes. Sharks aren't always a danger to people--but when they are, they can be very dangerous! This fascinating volume provides facts and photos about some of the world's most dangerous sharks, including the threatening tiger shark, the ravenous bull shark, and the fierce oceanic whitetip shark. Color photographs give readers an up-close look at these terrors of the deep, while maps and fact boxes show their hunting grounds, size, and other important information.

"North Carolina's black bears were once a threatened species, but now their numbers are rising in and around Asheville. But what happens when conservation efforts for a species are so successful that there's a boom in the population? Can humans and bears live compatibly? What are the long-term effects for the bears? Author Amy Cherrix follows the scientists who, in cooperation with local citizen scientists, are trying to answer to these questions and more. Part field science, part conservation science, [this book] looks at black bears--and other animals around the globe--who are rapidly becoming our neighbors in urban and suburban areas"--Provided by publisher.

"What do you call a group of dogs? A pack! Discover why this interesting mammal lives in groups, where they live, and what they eat. . . . [T]his book takes you inside a den, tells you the differences between wild dogs and pets, and teaches you what you can do to help and protect dogs"--Provided by publisher.

What do you call a group of bees? A swarm! Discover why this interesting insect lives in groups, where they live, and what they eat . . . this book takes you inside a beehive, explains what a beekeeper does, and teaches you what you can do to help conserve and protect bees"--Provided by publisher.

"The cutting-edge, scientifically accurate, definitive book on the most popular behavioral issues that cats face"--Provided by publisher.

Discover why BEES are important to our world in this photo-filled nonfiction book for budding young scientists. Does the buzzing of a bee make you want to run away? Well, those little insects do a lot more than sting! They help pollinate a lot of plants. We wouldn't have honey without them. And we've learned a lot from the homes they build. With eye-catching photos, quick facts, and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Bees? will have young researchers and science fans exploring more about the NATURE WE NEED. More Nature We Need: Why Do We Need Bats? Why Do We Need Trees? Why Do We Need Poop? Why Do We Need Rain? Why Do We Need Soil?.

The continental United States is home to an estimated 30 million white-tailed deer! These beautiful animals are common sights in rural areas. However, they can cause a lot of damage to farmers' crops and homeowners' gardens. This book introduces readers to fun facts about deer, from their habitat to their behavior. Readers will think critically about the impact that deer have on the people and other living things around them. Accessible text is paired with vibrant photographs to give readers a thorough introduction to these majestic mischief makers.

Squirrels are common animals that kids see every day. However, these small rodents can cause a lot of trouble! Squirrels love to chew things, which can cause damage to trees, gardens, and houses. This book introduces readers to fun facts about squirrels, from their diet to their behavior. It also allows readers the chance to think critically about the impact that squirrels have on their environment. Bright photographs of silly squirrels will delight young readers, as fun facts bring this interesting early elementary science topic to life.