Learn the science behind how being red helps animals survive in the wild.

Red is an important color to animals. The mandrill ape with the most red on his face will be the leader of the group. The healthier a rooster is the brighter it

"Red means stop! Sometimes. Ladybugs are red to scare away predators, but cardinals turn red from the berries they eat. Pygmy seahorses blend in with red coral

"Uses examples of animals in the wild to explain why some animals are purple"--Provided by publisher.

An interactive look at endangered animals imploring readers to discover fifteen species facing extinction. Inspired and endorsed by the "Red List" database of a