Animals of the Wetlands
4 total works
A fishing cat dives into the water. In seconds it comes back to the surface with its latest meal! In this leveled text young readers will explore the fascinating lives of fishing cats from where they live to what they eat. Along the way they’ll learn about the body parts and behaviors that have helped the cats adapt to their wetland habitat. Special features call out the range physical adaptations and diet of these wetland predators.
A flock of flamingos stands tall in the salty waters of their wetlands home. They are some of the only animals that can survive the harsh salt! In this title leveled text and bright photos introduce young readers to adaptations that help flamingos thrive. Along the way they will discover more about where the birds live what they eat and how they get their pink color. Special features highlight the range physical adaptations and diet of these colorful birds!
Platypuses are some of the world’s weirdest mammals! They may look strange but their duck bills and flat bodies help them thrive in the wetlands. These are just a few of the many adaptations explored in this leveled title for young readers. Alongside the text are bright photos and special features that highlight the animal’s range physical adaptations and diet. Readers will come away with a new understanding of fascinating platypuses!
A group of river otters takes turns sliding into the water. Webbed feet help them paddle while waterproof fur keeps their skin dry. These are a few of many adaptations that help river otters survive the wetlands. This title for young readers introduces the adaptations of river otters through leveled text and bright photos. Additional features highlight the range physical adaptations and diet of these playful critters!