"In his latest illustrated exploration of the animal kingdom, Steve Jenkins introduces readers to some of the most powerful predators in history, from the Tyrannosaurus rex to the African lion."--

"The animals of the South Sea are hungry. But who is hungrier than all of the rest? The kicking krill may swarm and the blue cod are out hunting for dinner, but neither is fierce enough to be tops in this habitat. Could it be the lurking sharks, pointy-tailed rays or the toothy barracuda? Dive into this rhythmic text to discover who is at the top of this food chain."--

Three young lion cubs go on their first hunt, passing numerous animals on the grassy African plain before returning unsuccessfully to their parents.

"Provides young readers an introduction to food chains, discussing what they are, why they are important and more. "--

"Photography accompanies information about saltwater crocodiles vs. great hammerhead sharks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Survival in the wild creates a hierarchy of predators and theirprey; this interaction among the animals forms the basis of a complex ecological system known as the food chain.

"What do carnivores eat? Mostly meat! Find out what classifies an animal as a 'carnivore,' as well as how common features like tooth shape reflect an animal's diet. Get and in-depth look at a wide range of fascinating animals from around the world and introduce readers to ideas about the relationships between animals."--

"Learn about the physical features and characteristics of trapdoor spiders"--Provided by the publisher.