biotic communities

"Deserts cover about one fifth of our planet, and are caused by extremely low rainfall over an area. These biomes are nonetheless home to many plants and animals which have, through the course of their evolution, adapted to this dry environment."--From cover.

Presents a short study of the various types of grasslands, where they are located, plants and wildlife, endangered areas, and efforts to protect it.

Explores the science of biomes and ecosystems, discussing photosynthesis, food chains, plant and animal relationships, natural cycles, and other related topics. Includes glossary.

Photographs and text introduce the different biomes of the world, their distinguishing characteristics, and the plants and animals they attract; covering types of forest, desert, tundra, grassland, chaparral, freshwater, wetland, marine, and ocean biomes; and providing tips to preserve the Earth's natural environments.

Jeff Corwin explores the rain forest of South America and it's many species of animals.

Jeff Corwin explores the habitats of the island nation of Borneo, introducing such animals as tree frogs, the Asian elephant, primates, bats and swiftlets, the proboscis monkey, the venomous mangrove snake, sea turtles, and the yellow-lipped sea krait.

Jeff Corwin explores the habitats of India, introducing such animals as the venomous Russell viper, green vine snake, gharial crocodile, rock python, cobras, elephants, monkeys, and sacred cows, with a focus on the relationship between animals and the people of the country.

Explore the interdependence of living and nonliving things in ecosystems.

An introduction to biomes that discusses living and nonliving things, forests, grasslands, savannas, deserts, tundra, and marine and freshwater biomes; and includes a glossary.

Text and photographs introduce young readers to ecosystems in a variety of habitats.