Saving the Endangered American Alligator


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In this book, readers will learn basic scientific facts about alligators, including the all-important characteristics that distinguish alligators from crocodiles, and how caring individuals, along with the government and other organizations, cooperated to make alligators a conservation success story.




American Alligator


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Readers are introduced the habitat and lifestyle of the American Alligator and learn how the American Alligator is making a comeback from near extinction. Find out how people in the southeastern United States are learning to live with these amazing creatures.




The Endangered Species Act


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This handbook is a guide to the federal Endangered Species Act, the primary U.S. law aimed at protecting species of animals and plants from human threats to their survival. It is intended for lawyers, government agency employees, students, community activists, businesspeople, and any citizen who wants to understand the Act--its history, provisions, accomplishments, and failures.




Florida Panthers


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Explains why Florida panthers became an endangered species, and describes the efforts of scientists to bring them back from the brink of extinction.




Alligators and Crocodiles Can't Chew!


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Super Facts for Super Kids is a fun, fresh take on animal nonfiction for beginning readers. Filled with engaging photographs, comic-style illustrations, and cool infographics, these Level 2 Ready-to-Reads are sure to flip, float, and fly off the shelves! Alligators and crocodiles are strong enough to bite through bone, but did you know that they can’t chew their food? Readers will love learning about what makes alligators and crocodiles “super,” as well as how to tell the two animals apart. The backmatter discusses the conservation success story of the previously endangered American alligator.




Last Chance to Save (Set)


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Animals, plants, places, and even people all over the world are in danger of being destroyed. This captivating series offers in-depth insight on some of the most endangered species and places around the globe. Colorful photographs paired with stimulating text provide the reader with a comprehensive look at the people, places, and things that are at risk of vanishing forever. These unique volumes feature specific examples of what is being done to combat many of these threatening issues and what could be lost if action isn't taken quickly.




Back from the Brink


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True stories of how scientists are saving endangered species, with photos included: “Readers will be moved by Castaldo’s appreciation for these animals.” —Booklist (starred review) In this book, the acclaimed author of Sniffer Dogs details the successful efforts of scientists to bring threatened animals back from the brink of extinction. How could capturing the last wild California condors help save them? Why are some states planning to cull populations of the gray wolf, despite this species only recently making it off the endangered list? How did a decision made during the Civil War to use alligator skin for cheap boots nearly drive the animal to extinction? Back from the Brink answers these questions and more as it delves into the threats to seven species, and the scientific and political efforts to coax them back from the brink. This rich, informational look at the problem of extinction offers a source of hope—all of these animals’ numbers are now on the rise—and will inspire young wildlife lovers and aspiring scientists. Winner of the Crystal Kite Award and a Sigurd F. Olsen Best Nature book Honorable Mention




Saving the Endangered Blue Whale


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This accessible text explains to readers how the blue whale is endangered and what can be done about it. With an easy-to-follow narrative, readers learn what the blue whale is, where it lives, what its life is like, how it communicates, and most important, how to save it from becoming extinct. The text gives a thorough explanation of what the word endangered actually means and offers a clear explanation of how to save not only the blue whale but all species that are currently at risk.




American Alligator


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Saving the Gray Whale


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