In-depth coverage of every aspect of these creatures' natural history. Dramatic images from renowned wildlife photographers show sharks in action, while detailed illustrations reveal the complex inner workings of a shark's body. Compare the awesome jaws of the great white shark with the filter-feeding habits of the whale shark, the largest fish in the sea. Discover how hammerheads detect and track their prey and how the weird-looking wobbegong becomes...

Describes the physical characteristics and habitats of different species of sharks.

Sharks are not the blood-thirsty, human-eating beasts people used to think they were. This book explains the truth behind sharks' nasty reputation and explains what biologists now know about the anatomy, behavior and life cycle of the majestic group of fish we call sharks.

Dr. Leia Carpenter arrives aboard Sonar Platform 1 as the biggest storm of the season is closing in on the top secret research facility. Her job to confirm or debunk the results of the experiments being conducted there quickly becomes a desperate battle for survival. Carpenter finds herself pitted against not only the raging storm and enemy agents but against a prehistoric creature that should not exist- a giant Megalodon with an equally large appetite...

Based on Discovery Channel's annual Shark Week describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of a variety of sharks. Includes a quiz.

Explores the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of shark species.

"Describes the behavior, physical characteristics, and habitats of different species of sharks"--Provided by publisher.