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Describes the anatomical features that make the California sea lion the fastest animal in the water, includes fascinating facts about its habits and behavior, and compares its speed to that of other animals.
A California sea lion shoots above the ocean's surface. Suddenly there is another, and then a third one racing through the water. The sea lions are speeding toward one of their favorite places to dive for clams. Then things get scary. A gigantic great white shark bursts out of the water. The sea lions' hunting trip has just turned into a race for their lives! Young readers will explore the underwater world of these beautiful marine mammals through clear text, full-color photos, and diagrams. Age-appropriate activities, such as researching how California sea lions compare to other pinnipeds, give readers a chance to make observations and to develop animal-science skills.
Sea lions inhabit coastlines around the world. You can also see them at circuses, zoos, and aquatic parks, where their sleek appearance and comical antics make them one of the most popular attractions. This informative photo essay introduces youngsters to the fascinating world of sea lions. Caroline Arnold's detailed text examines their behavior, day-to-day life, and plight in nature, while richard Hewett's forty engaging full-color photographs capture their graceful beauty and unique physical characteristics.
Aerial censuses were undertaken for Steller sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus) and California sea lions (Zalophus californianus) during 1971-84, and a review was made of published and unpublished data on numbers seen and numbers killed since 1913. These data were used to describe the location of haulout sites, season of occupation at haulout sites, regional movement patterns, and trends in numbers seen for each species during this century.
"Simple text and full-color photographs provide a brief introduction to California sea lions"--Provided by publisher.