adaptation (biology)

Describes how animals survive winter on the Arctic tundra, discussing ground squirrels, wood frogs, woolly bear caterpillars, and other species.

"A newly-emerged peppered moth blends in with other speckled-winged moths on lichen-covered branches, but over time the moths with black wings increase as trees are blackened by soot from man-made machines"--Provided by publisher.

"A first look at the variety, roles, and sources of colors in birds, featuring photographs by the author and his son"--OCLC.

Examines the adaptations and life of pink river dolphins.

In graphic novel format, uses Bigfoot to explain the science of adaptation.

Explains how plants adapt over many years and looks at the ways in which various plants have changed to survive in different environments.

Provides information on animals that climb, including mountain goats, squirrels, leopards, and spider monkeys.

Follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind adaptation, and is written in graphic comic format.

"Up high, down low, in freezing temperatures, and in boiling hot places--animals and plants can survive in the most extreme environments!"--Provided by publisher.