Nature's Freak Show: Ugly Beasts

Yikes! The male elephant seal has an inflatable snout
that may not be pretty to us, but it serves an important purpose in elephant
seal communication. This set includes many examples of animals that look
frightful to humans but have evolved in just the right way for their kind and
their survival. Including fascinating facts about where these freaky animals
live, what they eat, and how they interact with one another, this set is sure to
be a page turner for those curious about parts of the animal kingdom that can't
be called cuddly or cute.

• Encourages conservation conversations, even about
animals that don't photograph well

• Supports life science curricula with
discussion of animal life cycles and predator-prey relationships

• Introduces
readers to lesser known animals