Lynn M Stone
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Rabbits are the third-most popular pet in the United States and have also earned significant farming and commercial followings: fiber enthusiasts love angora for its light-weight warmth, and chefs are serving up increasing amounts of their high-protein, low-fat meat. In Rabbit Breeds, photographer Lynn M. Stone spotlights all 49 breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association with adorable original photos, engaging descriptions, and...
2) Tigers
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The tiger is one of natures most perfect predators. With their long teeth,(up to 2.5 inches!) tigers have killed more people than any other mammal. They live in a wide variety of habitats, with temperatures ranging from 30 to 118 degrees F. In spite of their adaptable nature and skillful hunting, tigers are nearly extinct. Three of the eight varieties of tigers are completely extinct, with the other five precariously hanging on. Humans have hunted...
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With short, stubby legs, long narrow wings, and large throat pouches, North American pelicans are unique and easily recognizable birds. Found throughout the northwest, pelicans can often be seen diving towards the water or paddling around looking for fish in large groups. Endangered over the past several decades, pelicans are beginning to thrive once more thanks to nesting refuges and protection from hunting.
7) Bears
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An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment, and future prospects of the three species of bears that live in North America.
8) The cougars
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An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment, relationship to humans, and future of the cougar, a cat that is found in both North and South American and known by at least five other names, including puma, catamount, painter, mountain lion, and panther.
9) Vultures
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Describes the appearance, habitat, nesting, infancy, feeding, and importance to humans of this bird of prey.
10) Birds
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Describes how various birds use ways to disguise themselves and fool other animals, including camouflage and other tricks with color and shape.
11) The arctic
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Explores the rugged and lonely wilderness of frozen lands and icy seas which sweep around the top of the earth and which are rich with wildlife and scenery.
12) Reptiles
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Describes how various reptiles use ways to disguise themselves and fool other animals, including camouflage, lures, and other tricks with color and shape.
13) Jellyfish
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Discusses the physical characteristics, habits, and dangerous aspects of jellyfish and describes different species and their relatives.
15) Zebras
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Introduces the four species of zebras that live in the plains and mountains of Africa. Describes the herd life of these highly social animals, what they eat, how they avoid predators and interact with other animal neighbors, and the dangers to zebras survival.
16) Eagles
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Rourke Enterprises
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c1989
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An introduction to the largest bird of prey, one which can be found worldwide and is the national symbol of the United States.
17) Deer
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Rourke Corp
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c1990
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An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment and future prospects of the two species of North American deer.
18) Skunks
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Rourke Corp
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c1990
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Discusses the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the skunk.
19) Penguins
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Rourke Enterprises
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c1989
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Describes the appearance, habits, habitat, daily life, infancy, and enemies of the bird that travels on land and in the water but not in the air.
20) Giant pandas
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A color-illustrated overview of the giant panda that compares and contrasts it with other bears and covers its geographic range, habitat, diet, courting habits, life cycle, and threats to survival.