Introduction to leopard seals.

Tiny colorful frogs seem like they'd make the cutest pets-until you learn that they're poisonous! In this riveting volume, readers head into the rainforest to meet tiny amphibians with a most deadly adaptation. They'll learn where frog poison comes from and how perhaps just 0.0000004 ounce is enough to kill an adult man! They'll also find out about the newly discovered species of venomous frogs that inject poison using their spiny head. Vivid photographs...

Moose are the largest members of the deer family-and they are large! The most massive moose are 7 feet (2 m) tall at the shoulder and weigh 1,300 pounds (600 kg). These herbivores aren't always gentle. They can use their colossal bodies to defend themselves from black bears, wolves, and other carnivores. Even hunters fear moose because angry moose sometimes can't be stopped by guns! This informative book, including a graphic organizer and essential...

Pandas are undeniably adorable. Their fluffy fur and big eyes look just like a teddy bear's, but don't even think of snuggling with them. They have one of the most powerful bites of any carnivore. Though they usually reserve their teeth for chewing tough pieces of bamboo, they've bitten people, too. This compelling volume, full of beautiful photographs and gripping facts, tells readers all about pandas' life cycle as well as why it's wise to keep...

Swans are gorgeous, graceful, and seriously not to be trusted. These birds can be surprisingly aggressive, especially when defending their nests. They've even been known to attack people. Young ornithologists will be motivated to learn more about the curious behaviors of swans in this approachable text with colorful photographs of swans in action. A graphic organizer and fact boxes support the main concepts and emphasize the need to respect and protect...

Slow lorises are big-eyed primates. They look so sweet that it might be tempting to approach these cute creatures, but don't touch, slow lorises are very poisonous. When they think they're in danger, they may deliver a toxic bite. Readers will find out much more about these fascinating creatures, including details about their habitat, diet, and life cycle. The entertaining text coupled with appealing photographs make this volume a high-interest experience...