Nic Bishop

Introduces the appearance, habitat, behavior, and life cycle of lizards.

Describes the research that Samuel Marshall and his students are doing on tarantulas, including the largest spider on earth, the Goliath birdeating tarantula.

Simple, engaging text presents both basic information and fun, quirky facts about the insects' appearance, habits, and life cycle.

"With grace, guile, and unstoppable power, big cats are admired for their speed and strength. Although they are related to house cats, these magnificent creatures are nothing like our pets! Join Sibert Medalist and naturalist Nic Bishop for a close-up look at lions, tigers, cheetahs, and more."--

"Few animals are more impressive than elephants. They are by far the biggest of all land animals. And yet, elephants are more than mighty. They are sensitive and intelligent creatures who live in large, caring family societies run by females. They have extraordinary senses and communicate in complex ways that scientists are only now starting to understand. Elephants play an essential role in the delicate African and Asian ecosystems. Today, elephant...

Describes a variety of animals and insects that can be found close to home and offers tips on how to observe them.

Depicts in detail several different deciduous forest habitats, with field notes about the insects and animals shown, as well as tips on how to explore a real forest. Explore the mini-wilds of the forest with this unique photographic nature guide. Seven dramatic life-size habitat scenes capture more than 130 tiny animals, from aphids and beetles to slugs and toads, just as they appear in nature. Fascinating field notes help young naturalists identify...

This frog found in the rain forest of Central America spends the night searching for food while also being careful not to become dinner for some other animal.

A pale, spotted, almost cloud-like coat makes the snow leopard uncannily invisible in its rocky mountain habitat. Author Sy Montgomery and photographer Nic Bishop accompany conservationist Tom McCarthy and his team as they travel to Mongolia's Altai Mountains to gather data about snow leopard populations in an attempt to save this endangered species.