Lets Look At Sharks

Introduces sharks, including information on their physical characteristics, eating habits, and how they raise their young.

What animal has sharp teeth, gills and fins, and a great sense of hearing? Sharks! But do you know how sharks find food? Or why sharks swim with their mouths open? Read this book to find out! Learn all about different animals in the Animal Close-Ups series—part of the Lightning Bolt BooksTM collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning Bolt BooksTM bring nonfiction topics to life!

An introduction to sharks, the different types, and their habits and behavior.

Dive ? if you dare ? into the wonderful world of sharks!Let?s Explore Sharks introduces children to these mysterious and often misunderstood ocean hunters.The most feared and favorite sharks ? the great white, tiger and hammerhead, among others ? come to life in breathtaking photographs and fun, informative text that explain in a basic level shark biology, behavior and conservation.Let?s Explore Sharks encourages elementary school children to read, become involved in conservation and science, and serves as an ideal springboard for classroom discussion and projects.

Describes the habits and habitats of different kinds of iguanas.

Feed your fascination with sharks! This complete resource enlightens readers on the biology, ecology, and behavior of sharks with approachable explanations and more than 250 stunning color illustrations. Studies of shark biology have flourished over the last several decades. An explosion of new research methods is leading to a fascinating era of oceanic discovery. Shark Biology and Conservation is an up-to-date, comprehensive overview of the diversity, evolution, ecology, behavior, physiology, anatomy, and conservation of sharks. Written in a style that is detailed but not intimidating by world-renowned shark specialists Dan Abel and Dean Grubbs, it relays numerous stories and insights from their exciting experiences in the field. While explaining scientific concepts in terms that non-specialists and students can understand, Abel and Grubbs reveal secrets that will illuminate even the experts. The text provides readers with a robust and wide range of essential knowledge as it • introduces emerging as well as traditional techniques for classifying sharks, understanding their behavior, and unraveling the mysteries of their evolution; • draws on both established shark science and the latest breakthroughs in the field, from molecular approaches to tracking technologies; • highlights the often-neglected yet fascinating subject of shark physiology, including heart function, sensory biology, digestion, metabolic performance, and reproduction; • addresses big picture ecological questions like "Which habitats do sharks prefer?" and "Where do sharks migrate and for what purpose?"; • describes the astonishing diversity of sharks' adaptations to their environment; • discusses which shark conservation techniques do and don't work; and • comments on the use and misuse of science in the study of sharks. Enhanced by hundreds of original color photographs and beautifully detailed line drawings, Shark Biology and Conservation will appeal to anyone who is spellbound by this wondrous, ecologically important, and threatened group, including marine biologists, wildlife educators, students, and shark enthusiasts.

Explores the world of the shark and how we can help them survive.

Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about sharks. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.

Presents a simple introduction to the characteristics of sharks.

The life and adventures of an adorable little tiger shark pup that grows up off the coast of Florida to become Professor Clark who teaches others about the ocean ecosystems and their inhabitants.