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The flesh-ripping teeth of piranhas, the hammering beaks of woodpeckers, and the defining characteristics of six other fascinating animals are explored in the newest titles in the popular Living Wild series.

Wide wings stretch ... Hooked beak tears ... Meet the vulture! Brimming with vivid photos and scientific facts, Vultures treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive profile of these big birds of prey. It covers zoology topics such as anatomy, diet,... Read Full Overview

A look at vultures, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their bald heads, behaviors, relationships with humans, and persecuted status in the world today.