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"Award-winning author Dorothy Hinshaw Patent joins forces with scientists/filmmakers Neil Losin and Nate Dappen, whose work is detailed in the Smithsonian Channel documentary "Laws of the Lizard," to explore how the small but mighty lizards we call "anoles" are used by scientists...

Learn about beavers and the many different kinds of animals that depend upon it for survival.

"Prairie dogs are dubbed a keystone species for good reason. The burrows they dig for shelter and raising their families are used by dozens of other animals, from insects and spiders to rattlesnakes, salamanders, owls and more. The highly endangered black-footed ferret depends al...

"A stunning addition to the Scientists in the Field series that explores mercury pollution found in the rivers and streams of Western Montana that might cause harm to humans--and the extinction of the entire osprey species."--Provided by publisher.

"In this addition to the critically acclaimed Scientist in the Field series, Dorothy Patent follows the scientists trying to put a stop to a gruesome disease before it's too late. Tasmanian devils are dying at an alarming rate from a type of tumor that appears to be contagious. W...

Provides an overview of coral reefs as ecosystems, describing different types of corals and how they reproduce and discussing the variety of fishes and other animals that depend on coral reefs to sustain them.

When wolves were eliminated from Yellowstone National Park the natural system was out of balance. Shows the return of the wolves to the park and the natural balance being restored.

Describes the life cycle of an apple tree and how different varieties of apples are grown and harvested.

Tells how a golden retriever is trained as a service dog, to help someone who has trouble moving their arms or legs, and later as a guide dog for a man who cannot see.

Discusses the physical characteristics and behavior of horses and describes how domestic horses evolved from their wild relatives.

Describes the characteristics of the North American prairie, the plants and animals found there, and the efforts made to preserve and restore the landscape that once stretched unbroken from southern Canada into northernmost Mexico.

Traces the history of the relationship between the buffalo of North America and the native people who hunted the buffalo and depended upon its meat and hide for their survival, from its beginnings in prehistory to the present.

Tells the story of Audie, a pit bull puppy who was rescued from Michael Vick's dog fighting ring.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of killer whales.

Text and photographs highlight the diversity and adaptability of deer and elk, and discuss recent conservation efforts. life, and habitat of the African elephant.

Facts about big cats, including physical characteristics, where they live, what they hunt, and how they are threatened by humans.

Describes the different kinds of penguins, their habitat, behavior, and status as an endangered species.