(3) 4-6 Watts Library series. This book begins by providing a general overview of the different raptor groups, noting their common physical characteristics. Subsequent chapters focus on each of these groups, discussing their specific physical adaptations, hunting techniques, nesting habits, diet, and habitat. A final chapter describes past and present threats to raptors' survival. Color photographs, sidebars, and a map round out the presentation. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Emma Loy-Santelli

(4) 4-6 Watts Library series. These dry but serviceable books provide general overviews of their respective groups of mammals. Each animal is discussed in a separate chapter that lists information about its physical features, life cycle, diet, habitat, and behavior. The texts are rife with statistics, but the facts could have been presented in a more interesting manner. Maps, captioned color photographs, and sidebars round out the presentations. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Emma Loy-Santelli

(4) 4-6 Watts Library series. These dry but serviceable books provide general overviews of their respective groups of mammals. Each animal is discussed in a separate chapter that lists information about its physical features, life cycle, diet, habitat, and behavior. The texts are rife with statistics, but the facts could have been presented in a more interesting manner. Maps, captioned color photographs, and sidebars round out the presentations. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Emma Loy-Santelli