endangered species

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endangered species

The race to save the Lord God Bird

2004
Tells the story of the ivory-billed woodpecker's extinction in the United States, describing the encounters between this species and humans, and discussing what these encounters have taught us about preserving endangered creatures.

Manatee blues

2007
While on a Florida vacation with Dr. Mac, Zoe, and Maggie, Brenna tries to rescue a baby manatee only to wind up in hot water with Dr. Mac and the local manatee rescue center.

Endangered tundra animals

2013
Brief text and photographs introduce tundra animals, such as Przewalski's horses, yaks, Arctic foxes, Siberian cranes, and Siberian marmots, and describe how the animals are endangered and what can be done to save them.

Whooping crane

2001
Describes whooping cranes' habitat, what they eat, and how they live. Discusses reasons for their endangered status as well as what is being done to preserve the species.

Bengal tiger

2001
Describes the habitat, behavior, and endangered status of Bengal tigers and suggests ways to help save them from extinction.

Rhinoceros

2001
Describes the rhinoceros and its habitat. Discusses rhinos' endangered status and what is currently being done to preserve the species.

Koala

2001
Describes koalas' habitat, what they eat, and how they live. Discusses reasons for their endangered status as well as what is being done to preserve the species.

Blue whale

2001
Explains the habitat and behavior of the blue whale, why it is endangered, and how children can help save whales.

Endangered leopards

2005
Presents a children's study of endangered leopards, and discusses their habitat, what they eat, problems with poachers, and ways to protect them from extinction.

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