John E Becker

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1) The California Condor

Author

Becker, John E

Pub. Date

2004

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IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1

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This book discusses the history, characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the California condor, including population decline, conservation efforts, and recovery.

2) Mugambi's journey

Author

Becker, John E

Pub. Date

2005

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When lions like those who killed his brothers drive Mugambi, his mother, and two sisters from their den on the plains of Africa, the six-week-old cub proves his courage on their perilous journey toward safety.

3) Wild cats: past & present

Author

Becker, John E

Pub. Date

c2008

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IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 3

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Not all cats are the playful pets we pamper; meet the wild cats. Wild cats have fascinated mankind for thousands of years. Each species has its own tale--from being worshiped to being feared as a ravaging monster. What is fiction and what is fact about these furry animals?

4) Manatees

Author

Becker, John E

Pub. Date

c2003

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IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1

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Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and history of these marine mammals, an endangered species, and discusses attempts being made to effect their survival.

5) North American river otters

Author

Becker, John E

Pub. Date

2002

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IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1

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This book discusses the near extinction, return, and future of the river otters.

6) The Florida panther

Author

Becker, John E

Pub. Date

c2003

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IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 1

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Discusses the physical characteristics and behavior of the species of puma known as the Florida panther, threats to its existence, and efforts to protect these animals.