Poaching and habitat push African elephants towards extinction
Two species of elephants in Africa are under a lot of trouble. Savanna elephants and forest elephants populations have been declining in the past decades. The forest elephants are critically endangered—that’s the category right before extinction in the wild. Poaching is a big concern. People are killing elephants for their ivory tusks. Humans are also…
Map of Life shows you the odds of finding a new species in your area
The Map of Life, or MOL, tracks the biodiversity around the world. Researchers are using the map to predict where an unknown species may be hiding. The data model shows…
Massachusetts names official state dinosaur, teaches legislative process
In order to engage kids in science and the legislative process, Rep. Jack Lewis hatched a plan. The state representative set up a poll on Twitter to pick the state’s…
Scientists work to identify elephant-killing virus in Botswana
Botswana’s elephants are struggling with a new disease. More than 280 elephants have died after showing bizarre symptoms, like walking in circles and appearing dizzy. The elephants’ tusks are still…
Super-Incredible Animals presents 12 amazing animals in special categories. Learn about 12 of the fastest, strongest, smartest, most poisonous, best camouflaged, most gigantic, and most dangerous animals, plus 12 incredible dinosaurs. Each book features information about 12 animals’ life cycles, habitats, and traits. Full-color spreads are packed with fun facts and exciting information you need to know about these incredible animals.