Documents the contributions of specially trained military dogs, profiling noteworthy canine heroes while covering such topics as how they are trained and what happens to them when they retire.504 Includes bibliographical references and index.

"A stunning addition to the Scientists in the Field series that explores mercury pollution found in the rivers and streams of Western Montana that might cause harm to humans--and the extinction of the entire osprey species."--

Tells of the transformative period in the early 16th century when the Spaniards introduced horses to the Great Plains, and how horses became, and remain, a key part of the Plains Indians' culture.

Text and photographs highlight the diversity and adaptability of deer and elk, and discuss recent conservation efforts. life, and habitat of the African elephant.

When wolves were eliminated from Yellowstone National Park the natural system was out of balance. Shows the return of the wolves to the park and the natural balance being restored.

Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, and behavior of the two species of wolves found in North America and discusses efforts to save them from extinction by reintroducing them to wilderness areas.

Discusses forest fires and the effect that they have on both people and the natural world.

Describes the annual autumn gathering of bald eagles in Glacier National Park and examines the work of the wildlife research project that bands the birds for later tracking that will provide information on the habits and life cycle of our national bird.

Every Memorial Day weekend, the Westmont Wagoneers celebrate the pioneer spirit with a wagon train journey. Their days on the wagon trail give them a small taste of the hard toil the pioneers faced in their long overland journeys to the West.

Tells the story of Audie, a pit bull puppy who was rescued from Michael Vick's dog fighting ring.