rain forest ecology

Explains what a rain forest is and where they are found, the dangers they face, and the importance of protecting their unique plant and animal life.

Describes the geography, geology, climates, types, life, ecology, peoples, biodiversity, and management of tropical forest biomes, discusses threats to tropical forests, and includes photographs, charts, illustrations, a glossary, and an index.

Simple text and color photographs introduce readers to basic information about the Amazon rain forest, its plants and animals, and how humans use its resources.

Describes what rain forests are, where they are found, and what types of plants and animals live there.

Examines what a rain forest is, its role in maintaining the Earth's ecosystem, and the causes and consequences of deforestation.

Provides color photographs and facts about rain forests, explaining where they are, what conditions are like in rain forests, their native plants and animals, and why rain forests are endangered. Includes an experiment about light and plant growth.

Describes the plants and animals that live at the different levels--canopy, understory, and floor--in a rain forest.

Discusses the animals and plants that give such color and beauty to tropical rain forests and jungles.

Explains what tropical rain forests are like, looks at the plants and animals that live in rain forests, and includes information on why tropical rain forests are important and what is being done to save them.

This book introduces the plants and animals of the rain forests.