Presents general information about pufferfish, looking at the range of the various breeds, their diets, their unusual defenses, and the status of some threatened species.
"This Level 3 guided reader introduces basic facts about sea horses, including their physical characteristics, diet, and habitat. Simple callouts ask the student to think in new ways, support
A lantern fish has a body covered with organs that can make their own light! This light helps lantern fish survive in the depths of the ocean. Readers view detailed photographs of these amazing animal
"Discover facts about boxfish, including physical features, habitat, life cycle, food, and threats to these ocean creatures. Photos, captions, and keywords supplement the narrative of this information
"Discover facts about lionfish, including physical features, habitat, life cycle, food, and threats to these ocean creatures. Photos, captions, and keywords supplement the narrative of this informatio
"Discover facts about anglerfish, including physical features, habitat, life cycle, food, and threats to these ocean creatures. Photos, captions, and keywords supplement the narrative of this informat
An underwater adventure with the sea creature that has captured human imagination for thousands of years Marine biologist Helen Scales trails the seahorse through secluded waters across the globe in
A passionate fisher, Sptizer (writing, U. of Central Arkansas) offers a portrait of the fresh-water fish in the southern US that generalizes from his personal experience to reflect the larger relation
"Stunning pictures and engaging words. . . . An accomplished entreeto early science topics." — Booklist (starred review)Discover the secrets of a mysterious fish — with its head like a horse, tail lik
Seahorses lead quiet lives, tucked away out of sight on the seafloor. It is rare to catch a glimpse of a seahorse in its natural habitat. But even if few have seen one live, these exotic, seemingly p
"Stunning pictures and engaging words. . . . An accomplished entreeto early science topics." — Booklist (starred review)Dive into the warm ocean and swim around amid the coral and waving sea grass. Do you see an eye like a small black bead peering out at you? Linger for a while and discover the secrets of the sea horse - one of the shyest fish in the sea. With a head like a horse, a tail like a monkey, and a pouch like a kangaroo, the sea horse acts like a chameleon, changing color to ward off danger or to show that he and his mate are a lifelong pair. Watch their fascinating mating dance, as the two of them twine their tails together and twirl, before she places her eggs in his pouch to be born. Could there be a more intriguing creature of the sea?
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and natural environment of sea horses, a type of fish in which it is the father that has the main responsibility for hatching their young.
From mudpuppies to rattlesnakes, this fascinating guide for young nature lovers describes the habits and habitats of these secretive and sometimes bizarre animals, and includes tips on how to catch a
From a review by Horn Book: "Illustrated with color photographs of the world's frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders, the survey introduces physical characteristics and the life cycle of amphibians. Th
This is a book for all readers who want to learn about amphibians, the animal group that includes frogs, toads, salamanders, and caecilians. It draws on many years of classroom teaching, laboratory ex
The Reptiles and Amphibians of Alabama is the only comprehensive book about the state's 182 species and subspecies of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, and salamanders. Generously illustrated, it conta
An introduction to the world of insects, caterpillars, and butterflies including identification information, educational activities, and fun facts.Invites young naturalists to spot wildlife. Safety ti
