Animals

In an act known as “pronking,” gazelles leap straight into the air with their backs arched before landing on all four feet. Their motive is a mystery, but it may just be their way of telling… More →

The largest animal alive is a mammal. It's the 150-ton blue whale. This whale is not only large but also loud—louder than a jet engine! Turn the pages of this book to learn about the… More →

Some animals lead a double life. First, they pose as aquatic creatures, breathing through gills and using tails to maneuver underwater. Then they exchange these features for legs and lungs to More →

Dinosaurs, the world's most notorious reptiles, became extinct a long time ago. However, their cold-blooded, scaly reptile relatives still creep around today. While people no longer have to… More →

Warthogs are named for the thick knobs of skin between their eyes and snouts. These unsightly protrusions provide a cushion that comes in handy not in the face of predators, but against the… More →

Dogs may be man's best friends. However, you shouldn't try to befriend dingoes. Once these wild dogs lose their fear of humans, they can become savage attackers. They will snarl and bite to… More →

Rats steal food, destroy property, and spread disease. However, their worst offense is attempted murder. In some parts of the world, monster-size rats are ready to attack. Read some… More →

Members of the insect class often get a bad rap. People swat at them, stomp on them, and go to great lengths to repel them. Though some insects are pests that spread disease, many are… More →

Compare a hummingbird and an ostrich; the differences are striking! One is tiny and hovers in the air like a helicopter. The other is massive and stays grounded, sprinting rather than flying. More →

When bullies like lions and hyenas are on the prowl for a lunch to steal, leopards keep their cool. The clever cats drag their kill with them as they climb high into trees, where they can… More →

Underwater, a large, lively community of unique animals thrives. Many of these animals belong to the fish class. There are colorful clownfish, lurking sharks, and silly sea horses. There are… More →

Tigers retract their claws but never their fury. Surprise them when they are eating or sleeping, and you'll likely become the meal and be put to sleep permanently! When it comes to the orange More →