Answers questions about animals such as why animals eat each other, how long animals live, and what animals do at night.

"Many animals have abilities that humans could only dream of. Budding biologists and any curious reader may wonder: What makes these abilities possible? This fascinating title allows readers to explore a wide range of incredible animal body parts. It features explanatory text and fascinating fact boxes that break down how each of these parts helps the animal survive and play a role in its ecosystem. Additionally, a unique mix of vivid photographs...

From the exceptionally large molars of the panda bear to a crab that can punch at a high speed, animal adaptations can be spectacular-and extreme! In this book, dozens of animals from all over the world are described in incredible detail with accompanying full-color photographs. Spiders with a superlong leg span, whales that click at decibel levels like that of an airplane, and more will engage readers with the animal kingdom in a new and exciting...

"Readers will be delighted by the malodorous melodies of poems calling out the different pungent attributes of a full cast of foul-smelling creatures"--

This book gives an engaging overview of rhinoceroses, from their diet and habitat to how they take mud baths under the hot sun. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading.

Learn all about sharks.

Big ears flap ... Raised trunk trumpets ... Meet the elephant! Brimming with vivid photos and scientific facts, Elephants treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive profile of this marvelous mammal of Africa and Asia. Translated into North American Spanish, it covers zoology topics such as anatomy, diet, habitat, and life cycle, as well as species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout...

"Describes unusual behavior of animals, including vultures, hippos, parrots, and hagfish"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses both generally and with specific examples seemingly inexplicable animal behavior, some of which exhibits unusual loyalty to and friendship with man.

A first lift-the-flap book packed full of animals. Find out what a snake eats, how a chameleon disguises itself, where a rabbit lives, and much more.