Back from near extinction

"American Bison reveals the importance of America's national mammal to the West, how hunting in the 1800's nearly led to its extinction, and how people are using science to save the species. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index"--Amazon.com.

"Follows the condor's journey from its brush with extinction to...[contemporary]...efforts to eliminate lead poisoning and other threats that continue to endanger the species"--Amazon.com.

"Gray Wolf explores how this fierce predator came under attack, and how conservationists are working to change people's attitude toward the species. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index"--Amazon.com.

"American Alligator explores the alligator's key role in its habitat, how hunting and habitat changes almost led to its extinction, and how efforts such as egg collection and controlled hunting help to preserve the species. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index"--Amazon.com.

"Humpback whales use unique songs to communicate throughout the world's oceans. But whaling and other threats almost silenced humpback whales completely ... [This book] describes the characteristics of these animals and how bans on whale hunting and other efforts have helped save this distinctive species"--Provided by publisher.

" ... explores how the species was once threatened by hunting and pollution, explaining how public awareness and scientific efforts have helped keep these iconic birds soaring. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index"--Amazon.com.

"Grizzly bears are powerful animals that eat a wide variety of foods. When people started living closer to grizzlies, the two species clashed ... [This book] investigates the complex relationship between the bears and humans and how conservationists are using engineering and technology to restore the grizzly population"--Provided by publisher.

"Giant Gal?pagos Tortoise describes the world's largest tortoise, how sailors and invasive species caused its population to dwindle, and how habitat preservation and captive breeding have helped save the species. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index."--Amazon.com.