The smell of a skunk’s stinky spray travels long distances and lingers for a long time. This book explains how skunks and other animals create and release their unappealing odors and how smell is used
The great white shark is known for its multiple rows of teeth—and for its deadly bite. This book profiles the great white shark and other animals known for their powerful chomp. Thrilling, detailed ph
The sea urchin is known for its sharp spikes, which poke and hurt animals that dare to approach it. This book profiles the sea urchin and other spiny animals that use body spikes for protection. Young
The electric eel protects itself by delivering a shock to anyone who touches it. This electrifying book explains how this eel and other charged animals create and deliver these defensive shocks. Color
Scorpions are one of many creatures that protect themselves using their sharp stingers. This book explains how stinging insects, arachnids, and animals use their pain-inducing appendages to keep thems
Spitting cobras have the frightening ability to shoot venom from their fangs while defending themselves against predators. These cobras are just one of many interesting creatures that use deadly venom