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"Two species of rhinoceroses live in Africa: the white rhinoceros and the black rhinoceros. However, both are actually gray! They can run very fast and are some of the largest land mammals in the world. In this book, readers will learn about where these huge, horned creatures live, what they look like, what they eat, and how they behave. Let's go on a safari and view African rhinos in the wild!"--
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Hyenas are known for being scavengers. However, they also live and hunt in groups called clans and kill their own prey. With this informative book, readers will learn why hyenas "laugh" and how they hunt. They'll also learn about the threats to these amazing creatures. Color photographs help readers comprehend the new information presented in the narrative. They'll be ready to laugh and hunt along with the hungry hyenas of the African grasslands.
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Wildebeests aren't nearly as threatening as their name might make them seem. Far more threatening animals such as lions and cheetahs prey on the wildebeest. These herd animals embark on lengthy migrations to find food and water. Your young explorers will learn what these amazing creatures look like, what they eat, the different kinds of wildebeests, and much more on their journey of discovery.
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"Take a bite out of this riveting text, which showcases some of nature's most extraordinary dental adaptations! In this book, readers will study the menacing teeth of the great white shark, observe the jaguar's formidable fangs, and learn not to underestimate the gnashing incisors of a hippopotamus. Each fascinating chapter incorporates vibrant photographs that make the information pop. Supplementary fact boxes are included to expand on the high interest...
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"Meerkats are a common sight in the grasslands of Africa. These members of the mongoose family work together to stay safe from predators such as hawks and eagles. Their lookouts keep watch while the others forage for food. Meerkats have a complex system of interconnected burrows, which keeps them cool during hot African days. Readers will learn what meerkats look like, what they eat, how they live, and what predators hunt them. Get ready to be amazed...
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"With their long, shaggy hair and massive 800-pound bodies, musk oxen are built to withstand the cold, harsh conditions of the tundra. Musk oxen are herbivores, able to nourish themselves on the scarce vegetation that grows in this barren landscape. In this book, readers will learn about the musk oxen's adaptations to survive in the Arctic, its behavior, life cycle, and more. Eye-catching photographs bring the information to life and helpful features...
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"Scapegoats for livestock injuries and crop damage, prairie dogs have been threatened by hunting and habitat loss. These seemingly commonplace creatures are a keystone species, necessary to the survival of many other animals and the entire prairie ecosystem. In this educational text, readers learn about the value of the prairie dog, the challenges it faces, and why its conservation is so important. Colorful photographs bring to life the fascinating...
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