Endangered and extinct

Briefly describes creatures from river, lake, or wetland habitats that are extinct or currently endangered, such as the Amazon River dolphin, crested ibis, pygmy hog, and painted terrapin.

Describes extinct or endangered animals of the mountains, deserts, and grasslands including the Tasmanian wolf, giant panda, and snow leopard.

Briefly describes a variety of animals, including lemurs, apes and monkeys, parrots, and elephants, which are endangered or already extinct as a result of man's destruction of their forest habitats or man's poaching and hunting.

Briefly describes creatures from ocean, coastal, and island habitats that are extinct or currently endangered, such as the blue whale, monk seal, and dodo.

Provides short descriptions and illustrations of various creatures from prehistoric times, including fish, dinosaurs, mammals, and birds.