Washoe County Library System

Reveals the animal life that lives in the deepest oceans and examines the technology that allows scientists to conduct research in areas characterized by trenches, vents, and seeps.

"Blue-blooded crabs? Platypus that sting? One-hundred-year old reptiles? Meet some of nature's longest-surviving species! Discover the stories of these incredible animals and find out how they help scientists piece together evolutionary history"--

Describes the one hundred most dangerous animals, plants, diseases, and weather on the planet, including scorpions, sharks, wolfsbane, killer bees, smallpox, tsunamis, and earthquakes.

An illustrated collection of well-known stories including "How the Camel Got His Hump," "How the Leopard Got His Spots," and "The Elephant's Child."

A photo essay about the natural world of fish and their importance in human life.

"Explains how animals live near or among human beings. Describes pets, working animals, pests, farm animals, and wild animals that live in cities and towns"--

Describes the physical characteristics, known habits, and fossil sites of mammoths, prehistoric animals closely related to the elephant.

Describes the birds that make their homes in the heart of the city and examines how they have adjusted to such a harsh urban environment.

Provides information about seals, including habitat, life cycle, eating habits, and intelligence.