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1) Cheetahs
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Come eye-to-eye with the world's cheetahs and get to know all about their lives through simple text and dazzling full-color photographs.
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The American bison was hunted to near extinction in the 1800s as settlers moved west across what is now the United States. Readers will learn about this animal that is a symbol of the American West and find out what steps were taken to help increase the American bison population.
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Leatherbacks are sometimes called the last of the dinosaurs because their ancient ancestors lived when the dinosaurs did. Their ability to swim long distances may be one of the reasons they survived whatever killed most of the dinosaurs 65 million years ago. In modern times, one leatherback swam from Indonesia to Oregon. It had traveled 12,774 miles in 647 days, the longest distance ever tracked for a marine animalThese sea turtles are also known...
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As humans take up more of the wilderness where the giant panda lives, the number of these wild bears has decreased. Efforts have been in place for years to save the cuddly-looking creatures, but they are still endangered. Read about the habits and lifestyle of these precious animals, and learn what you can do to help save them.
7) Orangutans
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"Simple text and photographs present orangutans, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.
8) Waterways
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Discusses through short essays and poems, ten endangered species that live in waterways, including scientific information about each, reasons for its endangered status, and descriptions of efforts to protect it.
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People and animals have shared the planet for thousands of years, but unfortunately, human behavior can seriously threaten species' survival. This title examines this important concept, giving readers a close-up look at the animal species that are currently classified as endangered. Readers will learn about animals' habitats and behavior how those things are affected by human activity. The text boasts a clear call to action, aimed to inspire readers...
11) Giant pandas
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"Describes the life cycle and characteristics of pandas, including physical and environmental threats to the species"--Provided by publisher.
12) Elephants
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Rourke Enterprises
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1988.
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English
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Describes the two remaining species of elephants, the African and the Asiatic, and how these animals are struggling against both man and nature for their survival.
16) Cats of the wild
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Wild cats are large, powerful hunters found across most of the world and in 36 different species. While their anatomy and social behavior have strong similarities, they also exhibit many unique traits. The similarities and differences of well-known cats such as lions, tigers, leopards, and others are explored in arresting detail, charts, maps, and illustrations.
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The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better. Track the facts with Jack and Annie!!
When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #20: A Perfect Time for Pandas they had lots of questions. What do pandas eat? Where do they live? Why are snow leopards so scarce?...
When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #20: A Perfect Time for Pandas they had lots of questions. What do pandas eat? Where do they live? Why are snow leopards so scarce?...
20) The giant panda
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Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[1998]
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English
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Discusses the forces pushing the giant panda toward extinction and the efforts being made to counter those forces.
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