Laws protecting the spotted owls in the old growth forest of northern California cost Borden's father his logging job. Angry, Borden vows to kill any spotted owl he sees, but has a change of heart when he and his father find themselves taking care of a young owlet.

Pictures identify endangered animal species as text explains what people did to cause some animals to be headed for extinction and what can be done about it.

Describes efforts to protect sea turtles, particularly Kemp's ridley turtles, and help them reproduce and replenish their once-dwindling numbers.

Describes the five remaining species of tigers, how people threaten their survival, and efforts to protect the tiger.

Includes basic facts about a number of endangered mammals and gives information on the threats they face and on efforts to save them from extinction.

When three boys accidentally float downriver and out to sea on an inner tube, they look for help from several endangered animals.

Although the other animals also feel threatened by the encroachment of humans, only Rundi and Coati journey north in search of a safer place to live.

Profiles twelve endangered species around the world, including giraffes, gorillas, giant pandas, and polar bears, and describes why it is important to save each animal from extinction.

After the flood, Noah calls out of the ark a variety of little- known animals, many of which are now endangered.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and dangers faced by the large, rare cats that live in Siberia and Manchuria.