endangered species

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, various types, life cycle, and habitat of manatees, endangered marine animals that can live up to sixty years.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of different kinds of hawks and falcons and discusses how to save these birds of prey from extinction.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of seals and sea lions, and points out that there are still many threats to their survival.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of manatees, as well as the danger of extinction they face.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and life cycle of the two species of African rhinoceros and examines efforts to protect them from extinction.

Introduces manatees, their physical appearance, habits, babies, and status as endangered animals.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of white, black, Sumatran, Javan, and Indian rhinoceroses--the five species of rhinos left in the world.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of African and Asiatic lions, why attitudes toward them have changed, and how their numbers are increasing.

Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of crocodiles and alligators, describes the different kinds, and discusses their endangered status.

Photographs and brief text describe a variety of baby animals, some of whom are endangered, who make their homes in the desert.