Animals in the Wild - Bears and Pandas

From the fearsome grizzly bear of North America to the giant panda of the Far East, bears have always captured the human imagination. This fascinating book gives you a clear picture of the lives of these shy and utterly wild animals. Discover how they live, explore the differences between the many species and learn how they survive in their native habitats. Five illustrated chapters take you up close to detailed aspects of the lives of bears and pandas, such as the behaviour of the big brown Kodiak bears and how a polar bear migration brings life to a Canadian town. In Bear Myths you will find wonderful stories about bears, while Did You Know? contains all sorts of amazing and fun facts about bears. • 24 informative reports on every aspect of the life and behaviour of bears and pandas • 5 photo reports take a close-up look at a special species or a striking aspect of bear life • With 180 colour photographs by the best animal photographers • Detailed cross-sections and drawings show how a bear's body is put together and works • Ideal for use at home or in school for 8- to 12-year-olds