The lively and social prairie dog is one of the most entertaining North American animals. These small mammals live in groups called towns and build elaborate underground homes. This fact-filled book informs kids about prairie dog life cycles, communication, diets, and burrows. It also explores how well-adapted prairie dogs are to their surroundings and the keystone roles they play in many of the ecosystems in which they live.
Unlike their domesticated relatives, wild turkeys can fly. Readers will learn about the pecking order of turkey flocks, how turkeys avoid predators, what foods these birds eat, and much more. The turkeys association with Thanksgiving is addressed, as is the impressive comeback these birds made after their numbers plummeted in the early twentieth century.
While mustangs are not native to North America, they have become an iconic American animal. These feral horses are actually the descendants of animals that escaped from Spanish settlers. Today, though, mustangs are very much at home in the plains and deserts of Western North America. Readers will learn about mustang foals and life in a mustang herd. Theyll love pouring over spectacular photographs of these graceful animals and the arresting landscapes in which they live.
The national bird of the United States is a familiar sight on government seals, but in the past its appearances in Americas skies were dwindling. Luckily, today, the bald eagle is being seen in increasing numbers in the wild. These impressive birds of prey have rebounded after suffering from hunting and DDT pollution during the twentieth century. This informative volume provides heaps of captivating information about how these majestic birds fly, hunt, nest, and raise their young.
As their name suggests, these agile climbers and champion leapers live in North Americas mountains. Discover the adaptations that make mountain goats so suited to their often inhospitable habitat and the seasonal cycle of mountain goat life. Readers will be entranced by breathtaking photographs of both the animals themselves and the awe-inspiring peaks they call home.
The black bear is North Americas most common bear by a long shot. In fact, these bears are making a comeback to several regions where they once lived. Learn about these powerful animals tree climbing ability, excellent sense of smell, and habit of spending most of the winter curled up in a den asleep. A treasure trove of information about an animal that people find scary and endearing by turns.
Describes the life of sea sponges as the oldest living animals on Earth, including their history, number of species, functions, habitats, physical characteristics, diet, reproduction, and threats from predators and human consumption.
North Americas most common deer get their name from the white underside of their tail, which the animals raise when alarmed. Males are known for their magnificent antlers, which they drop and regrow annually. Readers will come to understand the importance of deer hunting in American history and the role that deer hunters play in maintaining healthy deer populations to this day.
The moose is the largest living member of the deer family, and these massive animals are a familiar sight in Canada, the northern United States, and the Rocky Mountains. The males distinctively branched antlers can measure more then five feet (1.5 m) across. Readers will have fun learning about this fascinating species and enjoy looking at photographs of moose in their breathtakingly beautiful natural habitat.
Despite their name, mountain lions are actually found in a wide range of habitats. Mountain lions are also known as cougars, pumas, and panthers. Readers will learn how these formidable hunters stalk their prey and mark their territory. Human-mountain lion interaction is another topic of discussion. Stunning photographs and a wealth of information will make this a hit with young readers.
Its name is a not-so-subtle clue to the bighorn sheeps best-known feature. While female bighorn sheep also have horns, it is the males whose huge, curving horns won these mammals their name. In the fall, males use their horns to fight over the right to mate with females. Readers of this fun, informative book will learn how these battles take place along with other interesting facts about this classic North American animal.
With their striped tails and bandit masks, raccoons are among the most recognizable North American animals. Learn about the raccoons mysterious food-washing habit, dexterous paws, and wily intelligence. Special attention is paid to the varying ways in which raccoons and people have interacted over the years. This title features lots of great photographs, including some of truly adorable raccoon kits.
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