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Gr. 3-5. Markle, whose Animal Predator series was chosen as a Booklist Top 10 Youth Nonfiction series in the April 15 issue, continues to focus on animal behavior in her new Animal Scavenger series. Once again, astonishing color photos of action in the wild share space with clear, dramatic zoological facts and connections. Beginning with a view of vultures hovering over a zebra carcass, Markle discusses the scavengers' role as "the clean-up crew" in three different environments: the African savannah, the Gulf Coast of Florida, and the Peruvian jungle. She includes facts about the birds' sharp eyesight and powerful flight, and how they use their beaks and talons, digest their food, clean their feathers, and care for their young. Back matter features a glossary, bibliography, and some "look again" suggestions for discussion. The photos are never sensationalized; in fact, the occasional gory detail will draw some kids to the book. Also in the series are Markle's Jackals, Tasmanian Devils, and Hyenas. Hazel Rochman
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