Frank Carlson Library

Describes the various types of animal camouflage and how it protects them from preditors.

Introduces chameleons, discussing their physical features, habitat, life cycle, predators, and ability to camouflage themselves.

In the animal world, the easiest way to avoid being eaten is to avoid being seen. What are Camouflage and Mimicry? examines animals that use unique colorization to avoid their predators - or to sneak up on prey! So highly developed is the camouflage of some animals, that they are virtually impossible to see. Examples include: • spots and stripes that blend into the shadows • bright colors that warn of toxic poisons • animals that look like rocks,...

Discover the 101 most amazing disguises in the animal kingdom! The fifth book in the 101 ANIMAL series, 101 ANIMALS IN HIDING, will feature some of the most extraordinary creatures in nature. Featuring large full-color photos of camouflaged animals, see insects, reptiles, mammals, birds, and fish blend into their backgrounds. Learn how and why these amazing animals have developed these adaptations. Melvin and Gilda Berger are the authors...

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce readers to animals that blend in with their environment, such as the octopus, Arctic hare, silk moth, and zebra, and explore how they use camouflage to defend themselves against predators. Includes activity, glossary, and index."--

By camouflaging herself, Clara Caterpillar, who becomes a cream-colored butterfly, courageously saves Catisha the crimson-colored butterfly from a hungry crow.

A bug is so ugly she scares away the bird that was about to devour her.

Provides an introduction to animals on land, in the air, and under the sea that use camouflage to protect themselves from enemies, or hunt their prey.

Ms. Frizzle's class learns all about bog beasts and butterflies when they take a trip to a real live bog.