Lynn M Stone

The tiger is one of nature's 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...

Color photos fill this overview of box turtles as pets, which describes their habitats, physical characteristics, and their care; explains where to find them; and provides a glossary and brief list of related print and Internet resources.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the members of the cat family known by several names: cougar, puma, mountain lion, and panther.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of brown bears in general and grizzly bears in particular and discusses differences between them and other bear species. Gives safety tips for bear watchers.

Presents information on how bridges are built, their history and various types, and gives specific examples of important bridges in North America.

Describes the role of kelp in marine ecology.

Explains eels, including how they live, grow, and survive.

Simple text explains how pumpkins are grown and harvested.

Color photos fill this overview of boa constrictors as pets, which describes their history, physical and behavioral characteristics, and their care; explains where to find them; and provides a glossary and brief list of print and Internet resources.

Describes pot-bellied pigs, where they are from, and how to raise them as pets.