A lyrical portrait of seal characteristics and life explains how seals appear to be slow and sleepy creatures on land but are powerful, graceful and dynamic animals under the water who cleverly outmaneuver predators and skillfully catch fishy dinners.

Text and illustrations describe horse behavior, biology, and care.

Dive into the warm ocean and swim around amid the coral and waving sea grass. Do you see an eye like a small black bead peering out at you? Linger for a while and discover the secrets of the sea horse--one of the shyest fish in the sea. With a head like a horse, a tail like a monkey, and a pouch like a kangaroo, the sea horse acts like a chameleon, changing color to ward off danger or to show that he and his mate are a lifelong pair. Watch their fascinating...

A mother and child watch as tadpoles develop and grow into frogs.

The story of a tiny sea turtle who swims out to sea, then returns after a few years to the beach where she was born to lay her eggs before returning to the sea. Includes many facts about sea turtles.

An introduction, in brief text and illustrations, to the characteristics and habits of pigs.

A mother tigress raises two cubs and teaches them all they need to know until they are ready to rely on themselves.

Examines the physical characteristics, habits, and habitats of the blue whale.

A girl learns about caterpillars and butterflies as she watches her grandfather grow them on the nettles in his garden.

Describes the habitat and physical characteristics of various insect-eating plants.