Describes the efforts of scientists who are trying to save the peregrine falcon from extinction by taking the fragile eggs that would not survive in the wild, hatching them, raising the chicks, and then releasing the birds back into the wild.
Photographs and text observe the behavior of a family of mice living in a basement, comparing their habits to those of outdoor mice. Includes information on the care of pet mice.
An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of ostriches and a variety of other birds that do not fly including the rhea, emu, cassowary, kiwi, and tinamou.
Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, and behaviors of many species of woodpeckers found throughout the world; also discusses some of the threats to their survival.