The Crocodile and the Crane: Surviving in a Crowded World - Hardcover

Judy Cutchins; Ginny Johnston

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0688063047 ISBN 13: 9780688063047

Publisher: William Morrow & Co, 1986

Synopsis

Describes how care and breeding in zoos and other controlled environments have helped protect such endangered species as the wattled crane, Morelet's crocodile, and Arabian oryx.

About this title

From School Library Journal:

Grade 3-6 A fascinating look at attempts to prevent the extinction of various endangered species through captive breeding in American zoos. The animals examined, all indigenous to other countries, include a crocodile, African wattled cranes, a zebra, a red monkey, and a golden lion tamarin monkey. However the greatest success story is in the re- turn of the Arabian oryx to the deserts of Israel. In the 1960s, the only oryx alive were in a Phoenix zoo, but its highly successful breeding program has pro- vided enough animals to supply other zoos, giving the world an important example of wildlife preservation. The encroachment of civilization and the increasing need for food, resources, and most of all, space has placed a strain on the natural environment that has already resulted in the extinction of many species. It is to be hoped that a title such as this will awaken children to the needs of all of the earth's creatures. With its open format, large print, and plentiful black-and-white photographs, this unique book deserves a space on most libraries' shelves. Charlene J. Lenzen, Hales Corners Lutheran School, Wis.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Publishers Weekly:

Almost everyone likes a zoo. The special zoo facilities described here operate captive breeding programs for endangered species. A total of six speciesgrevy zebra, cheetah, Morelet's crocodile, wattled crane, golden lion tamarin and the Arabian oryxare discussed as well as the special efforts taken to prevent their extinction. Zoo keepers must encourage animals to breed and train them to return to the "wild." The authors include a sensitive explanation of why animals become extinct. Some of the black-and-white photos are out of focus, poorly reproduced and look like snapshots; quality color photos could have made this valuable book a more visually exciting one.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: William Morrow & Co
• Publication date: 1986
• ISBN 10: 0688063047
• ISBN 13: 9780688063047
• Binding: Hardcover