Barracuda

by S. L. Hamilton

Overview

This title introduces young readers to the barracuda, also known as the "Tiger Of the Sea." Easy-to-read text examines the barracuda's habitat and distribution. Readers will learn about the barracuda's color, size, and shape. The fish's anatomy is examined, especially its eyes, teeth, and jaws and their role in a barracuda's hunting and diet. Barracuda prey is discussed, as are the barracuda's predators, including human fishers. Bolded glossary terms, phonetic spellings, and an index enhance readability for xtreme ichthyologists.

Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781624034466
Publisher:	ABDO Publishing Company
Publication date:	08/01/2014
Series:	Xtreme Fish Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	910L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 10 Years

Table of Contents

Barracuda 4

Species & Location 6

Size 8

Shape 10

Coloring 12

Eyesight 14

Teeth & Jaws 16

Sense of Smell 18

Lateral Line 20

Hunting 22

What Barracuda Eat 24

Attacks on Humans 26

Fishing for Barracuda 28

Glossary 30

Index 32