Jerry Young

Includes index. "Discover the natural history of dogs - from wolves and jackals to family pets and show dogs"--Cover. Text and photographs highlight the evolutionary history of the dog family, their domestication, anatomy, behavior, and breeds.

Features some of the remarkable members of the lizard world, including the chameleon, flying gecko, and blue tongue skink, and describes important characteristics of the whole group.

Introduces a variety of armored animals and describes how they defend themselves with built-in spines, spikes, scales, shells, and other types of outer coverings.

Introduces animal disguises involving camouflage and mimicry, in such animals as the zebra, polar bear, and caterpillar.

Introduces memorable members of the fish world, explains what makes them unique, and describes important characteristics of the entire group.