Lone Cone Library

This volume provides information on such topics as "How Crocodilians Move," and "What Crocodilians Eat" as well as highlighting specific creatures, including Nile crocodiles, freshwater crocodiles, and saltwater crocodiles. It also includes such interesting facts as "Crocodiles and alligators are more closely related to birds than they are to other reptiles."

"This survey of the deadliest insects, spiders, scorpions, and centipedes in the world details their habitats, behavior, and adaptations such as venom and bites that make them dangerous to humans and other animals"--Provided by publisher.

Explores how the great white shark hunts, including using their powerful senses of smell and touch.

"Engaging images illustrate true mountain lion attack stories and accompany survival tips. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

A mountain lion's ability to pounce 40 feet (12.2 m) makes it a fearsome predator. But this big cat has more adaptations to keep it well fed, including sharp claws, a flexible spine, and large, padded paws. It also has interesting habits, such as hiding its prey from other animals so it can come back again and again for a bite to eat. Readers will learn much more about these fierce animals of North America, including the endangered Florida panther,...