Introduction -- Why are animals endangered? -- The Asian Steppe -- The Himalayas -- India -- Indonesian rain forest -- Indian Ocean -- Eucalyptus woodland --The Outback -- New Zealand -- Pacific Ocean -- Hawaii -- GalpĖagos Islands -- The Andes -- Amazon Basin -- Atlantic forest -- Atlantic Ocean -- The Congo -- Madagascar -- African Savanna -- Sahara Desert -- Western Mediterranean -- Ancient woodland -- The Arctic ice cap -- Deep south -- Mexico -- The wild west -- Extinct animals -- Conservation -- Glossary.
Summary:
"This expansive guide to endangered animals answers all these questions and more as you journey around the world and marvel at the biodiversity of the planet, and how much it needs to be protected. An important yet gentle introduction to the impact of climate change and human activity on the environment, it explores how everyone can help save our planet and enjoy its beauty."
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.