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Simple text and supportive images introduce beginning readers to dolphins.

Learn all about smart and social dolphins!

Examines the physical characteristics and behavior of the dolphin in its natural habitat.

"Did you know that baby dolphins are usually born tail-first? Did you know that each dolphin has a unique whistle (like a human's fingerprints) that makes them instantly recognizable to their friends? Did you know that killer whales are actually a kind of dolphin?" -- Dust jacket.

Describes what dolphins look like, where they live, and what they eat, with large color photographs, more facts, and glossary terms.

Text and photographs explore the differences between dolphins and porpoises.

"Sharks and dolphins both have torpedo-shaped bodies with fins on their backs. They slice through the water to grab their prey with sharp teeth. But despite their similarities, sharks and dolphins belong to different animal classes: one is a fish and gets oxygen from the water and the other is a mammal and gets oxygen from the air. Marine educator Kevin Kurtz guides early readers to compare and contrast these ocean predators through ... photographs...

This volume shares four thrilling true stories of animals who have faced disaster-and come through. You'll meet courageous animals and also inspiring humans who show how we can help protect the creatures who share our precious Earth.

"Dolphins have amazing minds. Scientists are discovering these animals have a mind-blowing range of abilities and emotions. With this new insight, they can better understand dolphins-and our world! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, scientist spotlight, and sidebars are included in this title"--