Taylor-Butler, Christine
Summary: Did you know that the tongue of blue whale can weigh as much as an elephant? How about that blue whales' songs can be louder than the engine of a jet plane? Or that, with the right equipment, you can hear a blue whale's heartbeat two miles away? Perfect for all animal lovers--and blue whale fans in particular--this book is filled with all the facts you need to know to become a blue whale...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Philomel Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.5 TAYMontgomery, Sy
Summary: "The Great White Shark Scientist is the latest ocean adventure from the venerable team of Sy Montgomery and Keith Ellenbogen. In it, they follow Dr. Greg Skomal, biologist and head of the Massachusetts Shark Research Program, as he strives to better understand the habits and habitats of Great Whites in order to save this amazing, if maligned, creature of the deep." --
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 578 MONLourie, Peter.
Summary: Highlights the work scientists are doing to protect the manatee, an endangered species.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Books for Children 2011
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Summary: "Part of the nonfiction Wild series for middle readers, this book looks at wild birds around the world, the threats to their survival and what young people are doing to conserve their populations."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 333.95 ERIBow, James.
Summary: A discussion of the reasons that plants and animals become extinct and what scientists are doing to prevent it.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Pub. 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 333.9516 BOWGroc, Isabelle
Summary: Dogs are working with humans to find new ways to solve environmental problems and conserve wildlife, just a few of which are sniffing out invasive species and poisons, as well as identifying wildlife traffickers.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.7 GROMarsico, Katie
Summary: "Find out why elephants are in danger of dying out, what effect these animals have on the environment, and what people are doing to save them from extinction."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.67 MARDaynes, Katie
Summary: "The Arctic ice is melting and the polar bears need our help. They come to Warmland to explain what's really going wrong. Luckily they find a group of lively, sparky kids who jump into action and draw up a BRILLIANT PLAN"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Educational Development Corporation 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.68 DAYAllgor, Marie.
Summary: Discusses the desert biome and the many endangered species that live there, including slender-horned gazelle, Egyptian vulture, and desert tortoise.
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.68 ALLBergin, Raymond
Summary: "Mice have gone missing, polar bears are losing their place to rest, butterflies are going without food, and invasive species are taking over. What on Earth is putting these animals in danger? As Earth's climate is changing, natural habitats are shifting and disappearing, causing harm to the animals that live in them. Uncover the problem of climate change, explore the impact on animals, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 333.95 BERHickman, Pamela M.
Summary: Provides details and facts about turtles, and explains the strategies conservationists are using to prevent them from becoming extinct.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Firefly Books 2005
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.92 HICAguilar, Sofia
Summary: "Taking readers all around the world, this exciting book introduces 25 brave, compassionate scientists, veterinarians, activists and others who fight for animal rights and conservation, and includes activities curated by conservationist Bindi Irwin"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rebel Girls 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 920 AGUBrundle, Harriet
Summary: "Through the use of stylish, informative graphics, this title explores the science behind endangered animals"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: AV2 2021
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Summary: "Pangolins are one of the most poached animals in the world. Yet scientists know very little about them. Discover how pangolin rescuers and researchers such as Thai Nguyen are working to protect these mysterious creatures"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Millbrook Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.3 ESZBittel, Jason
Summary: "Shine a spotlight on animal species throughout history and the ones alive today in Animals Lost and Found, through beautiful illustrations and interesting facts. Children will learn about animals lost to extinction, animals we thought we'd lost but have found, and animals that are the focus of conservation efforts all over the world. This educational book for children aged 7+ is packed with...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.68 BITMurphy, Patricia J.
Summary: "Join David and his grandmother on an amazing trip to study [the elephants] in an Asian sanctuary and on an African reserve. Discover how people can give elephants a hopeful future."--Page 4 of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2015
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2 available in Beginning Readers - Transitional Reader (Blue), Call number: JBR BLUE MURAllgor, Marie.
Summary: Discusses the forest climate and the many endangered species that live there, including dholes, red pandas, and Idaho ground squirrels.
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.68 ALLFeldman, Thea
Summary: Introduces a sea otter who lived in an aquarium in California who cared for rescued pups and inspired state lawmakers to protect the endangered species.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon Spotlight 2019
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Rising Reader (Purple), Call number: JBR PURPLE FELMorgan, Jody.
Summary: From the book: "I just want to make sure there are elephants around for generations to enjoy, like I have." In 1979, the African elephant population was 1.3 million. By 1989 that total dropped dramatically to 609,000. During the 1980s, poachers killed some three hundred elephants a day. Although active measures were soon enforced to protect African and Asian elephant populations, the elephant's...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Firefly Books 2004
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.67 MORDebbink, Andrea
Summary: "A middle-grade guide to environmental stewardship and protecting diverse creatures"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quirk Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 590 DEBVanBlaricom, G. R. (Glenn R.)
Summary: Provides insight into the world of the sea otter, their grooming habits, how they care for their young, how they live, and what they eat. Excellent general introduction to sea otters; for ages 10+. For those interested in nature and wildlife, especially those in the San Francisco Bay and Monterey Bay regions of California and those in the Seattle area. An engaging look at the life of one of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Voyageur Press 2001
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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 599.7695 VANPobst, Sandy.
Summary: Stresses the importance of saving endangered species and discusses how scientists are using the latest technology to survey animal populations, to track down and arrest those who prey on endangered wildlife, and to breed animals in captivity.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2008