endangered species

This book describes the habitat, behavior, and endangered status of animals struggling to survive in North America, the Earth's third-largest continent.

Joe Pickett, a rookie game warden in Twelve Sleep, Wyoming, decides to investigate when he finds a local hunting outfitter dead in his woodpile, and believes the murder is linked to the discovery of an endangered species which would derail plans by InterWest to build a natural gas pipeline across the state.

Reports on the condition of the Siberian tiger species at the end of the twentieth century, providing information about the Siberian Tiger Project which was established to study and protect the dwindling population, and discussing the origins and evolution of the tiger.

Recounts the story of the bald eagle's place in American culture and landscape, discussing how declining numbers of the birds spurred federal and environmental groups to take action to save the national symbol, and painting a portrait of the birds as they appear in folklore, mythology, and real life.

Describes the efforts being made to save the panthers in Florida, discussing the captive breeding program, and examining the concerns of developers who regard the panther as a threat, as well as the position of animal rights groups that are using the issue as a rallying point.

Twelve-year-old Carey is unhappy about being sent on a trip to Kenya with his wacky Aunt Elaine, until he encounters fascinating customs, endangered animals, and wild adventures.

Examines the philosophy, the methodology, and the successes and failures of our wildlife management policies.

Illustrations and rhyming text present ten different endangered animals.