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Describes whales, dolphins, seals, and other marine mammals, their habitats, means of communication, and family life.

Photographs and text examine the world of mammals, depicting their development, feeding habits, courtship rituals, protective behavior, and physical adaptation to their various ways of life.

Discusses several different marine mammals including dolphins, manatees, walruses, whales, and sea otters.

Surveys some of the land mammals that became extinct naturally, long ago, and their present-day descendants who are threatened with extinction by man and his activities.

Includes basic facts about a number of endangered mammals and gives information on the threats they face and on efforts to save them from extinction.

In Mammals, early readers learn about the defining characteristics of this animal group. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover what features set these animals apart. A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a mammal, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about mammals online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...

The Small Indian Mongoose was imported to the Hawaiian Islands to control the rat population. Now, it threatens to disrupt the ecosystem of the island. Read this book to learn how this happened and what can be done to control this invasive species.

Introduces mammals, showing and describing the main groups and discussing their anatomy, habitats, reproduction, and diet.