Animal Safari

Though most members of the feline family are known to be leery of water, this big cat seeks it out! Jaguars know that rivers are stocked with fish, turtles, and other tasty prey. This… More →

When kangaroos gather in large groups, they get loud and physical. Males duke it out in boxing matches, jumping and jabbing with feisty determination to earn the "dominant male" title. Be… More →

The koala is a symbol of Australia. This marsupial is known for chewing on leaves from the country's eucalyptus trees and for carrying its young in a pouch. Expect facts about this furry… More →

These real-life dragons can't breathe fire, but they are still impressive. Komodo dragons are the heaviest lizards on Earth and take down deer and water buffalo! Learn more about these… More →

When it comes to lemurs, it's a woman's world. Females rule--they eat first, win all family arguments, and fight enemies on the front lines. Learn why you'd want to be "one of the ladies" in… More →

When bullies like lions and hyenas are on the prowl for a lunch to steal, leopards keep their cool. The clever cats drag their kill with them as they climb high into trees, where they can… More →

Did you know that a group of lions is called a pride? Have you heard that lions work together to stalk their prey? This book for young readers offers this information as it presents lions on… More →

Life in a meerkat mob is dangerous! Members of the mob must always be on the lookout for intruders. If a threat is near, a meerkat will bark to warn the others in the mob. It's time to run to More →

Mongooses are nothing if not tenacious. These creative hunters whack bird eggs against hard surfaces to get at the meal within. They'll even grapple with venomous snakes, waiting patiently… More →

Orangutans spend much of their time in quiet solitude. That is, unless they've just given birth. Babies spend several years with their mother, clinging to her back as she swings from branch… More →

Ostriches are birds that can't fly. They take it in stride, sprinting in short bursts instead. When ostriches can't run from danger, they face it head on. Well, with their heads on the… More →

Parrots are famous for their ability to mimic different sounds, including human speech. Some of these colorful birds can even learn hundreds of words! Find out how these popular birds live in More →