american alligator

Shortly after laying thirty of its own eggs, an alligator does its best to protect them from coming to harm. When a turtle pushes through and lays thirty of its own eggs and then leaves, however, the alligator is forced to care for both sets of eggs.

Examines the life cycle of the alligator from egg to adult and analyzes its significance in the ecological balance of nature.

Examines the history, habitat, and habits of the alligator and the need to protect it from extinction.

Discusses what American alligators are, why they are endangered, what their current status is, and what is being done to help them. Includes Internet links to Web sites related to American alligators.

Simple text and photographs describe American alligators, including their habitat, food, and behavior.

This book discusses the plight of American alligators and why they are near extinction, as well as some of the ways humans can help.

Compares the size and strength, speed and endurance, and hunting and fighting skills of alligators and crocodiles and discusses threats to their survival.

Discusses the plight of American alligators and why they are near extinction, as well as some of the ways humans can help.

Discusses the origin, characteristics, habits, and habitat of the North American alligator and what must be done to protect it from extinction.

Presents the life of an alligator, in the form of a riddle.