Bright, Michael

"Packed with more than 3,000 indispensable facts about the flora and fauna of the world, this handy reference explains the formation of mountains, deserts, glaciers, forests, jungles, seas and rivers, fossils, rocks, gems, and minerals. The book will delight all readers who love natural history, whether they are animal, plant, bird, reptile enthusiasts with its clean design and rich photographs and illustrations"--Provided by publisher.

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.

Discusses the ways in which humans have used the ocean in the past and present for transportation and exploration as well as for a source of food and materials.

Describes the harsh conditions in the oceans around the North and South Poles and the variety of creatures that live in them.

Describes the animals and plants that live in and around tropical seas.

Presents descriptions and more than 150 color photos of wild mammals, reptiles, sharks, birds, and insects, explaining how they hunt and defend themselves and how they have adapted to their environments.

Contains color photographs and descriptions of over one thousand of the world's most amazing natural wonders, including the Sahara Desert, the Dead Sea, Saguaro National Park, and Mount McKinley.

Examines the threat humans present to whale survival and offers possible solutions that could prevent their extinction.

Photographs and text profile the different kinds of wildlife which can be found in South America.