Books with title Endangered Animals and Habitats - Bats

Despite their status as one of the world's most beloved wild animals, penguins are increasingly at risk from human activities that impact their ocean environment. Conservationists fear that the effects of oil pollution, competition from commercial fisheries, and changes in the Earth's climate may be pushing these engaging animals ever closer to extinction.

At the bottom of the world, on it's most inhospitable continent, things are changing. Scientists, researchers and tourists are arriving in ever-increasing numbers. Some areas are getting warmer - much warmer, but other parts are getting colder. Nations eye potential mineral riches underneath the ice and sea floor. Illegal commercial fishing persists. The threats and stresses to Antarctica's unique environment and wildlife are explored.

Thousands of animal species all around the world go extinct or are at risk of dying out every year. This enlightening book offers insight on what can be done to help combat some of the dangers that these animals face. Easy-to-digest sections focus on specific animals that are at risk, from tigers to turtles, and explain what hazards they face and what is being done to try to protect them. Colorful photographs and high-interest content will attract and captivate even the most reluctant readers.

Lucent's Endangered Animals & Habitats titles focus on species and environments that are threatened with extinction. Each book provides a revealing description of the endangered animal or habitat and a critical examination of the methods employed to save it. Part of Lucent's popular Overview Series, Endangered Animals & Habitats impartially assesses the delicate balance between ever-expanding human needs and the desire to maintain an environment rich in biodiversity.