"The journey through the rift becomes even rockier as the survivors are forced to take to the water, crossing a vast deepwater basin on improvised boats. To make it, Molly and the others must work together, but a rift of a different kind is forming among the survivors. If they aren't careful, it could eat them alive."--Amazon.com.

Descriptions of predators such as tigers, bears, falcons, sharks, spiders, and eels. Includes scientific names, habitats, diets, behaviors, and recent scientific discoveries. "Welcome to the amazing world of creatures who prey on others for their survival: From high-profile sharks, lions, tigers, and bears to the tiniest ants, mites, and spiders. Every animal in this book is ferocious, fierce, and fantastic in its own way! With colorful photographs...

"Eagles' feather-covered wings, sharp talons, and keen vision make them the top predators in their habitats. These excellent hunters can easily spot prey and glide through the air. Learn about the lives of eagles"--

"Crocodiles are near the top of the food chain. They have keen senses that make them excellent hunters. Readers will learn all about them, from how they find prey to how they train their young"--

"Grizzly bears are top predators in their habitats. Their enormous size, keen senses, and ultra-sharp teeth and claws make them one of nature's greatest hunters. Learn about their lives and see them hunt down prey"--

Looks at predatory dinosaurs, describing their physical characteristics, the geographical areas where they lived, and the unique abilities they used to hunt their prey.

A known carnivore with a name meaning "big lizard," the Megalosaurus was one of the first dinosaurs discovered that readers can learn about in this volume. Featuring age-appropriate diagrams and illustrations, the Megalosaurus comes back to life in the pages! Readers discover which animals today are most similar to the dinosaur, and even the teeth and diet of such a powerful creature. Important facts about the Megalosaurus' environment, survival techniques,...

"Great white sharks can weigh thousands of pounds, and their enormous tail fins send them zooming through the water in pursuit of prey. Find out how these top predators hunt and raise their young"--

"Engaging images accompany information about animal traps and lairs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

Every animal is part of a food chain-a progression of linked predators and prey. One may think that it's best to be at the top of the food chain, but animals on the lower rungs don't have it as bad as readers might think. This intriguing volume provides a well-balanced presentation that explains key life science facts in digestible chunks of text paired with detailed illustrations and infographics.