Washoe County Library System

Describes the different types of predatory animals that inhabit the rain forests of the world and discusses their habits, hunting methods, and survival techniques.

Lists the top ten deadliest animals, both living and extinct, in four different categories, and describes why they are dangerous and what each animal preys upon.

"Explains how meat-eating animals hunt down and capture prey. Describes carnivores' physical characteristics--such as teeth, claws, and tentacles--and predator behaviors, such as ambushing and pack hunting"--

Describes the various parenting techniques of different types of wild animals and provides a close look at the behavior and characteristics of their offspring.

Examines the physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of seals and sea lions and discusses the differences between them.

Presents the tiny creatures floating in the ocean, the sparkling eyes of a scallop, and other microscopic marvels of the sea.

Provides information about animals with reputations for being dangerous or "gross," side-by-side with photographs of these animals.

"Fascinating images accompany information about deadly predators. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--