From Jaws to Claws

Top predators have adaptations that help them hunt. Cheetah's bodies are made to go fast. This includes their curved, somewhat retractable claws. These are used like soccer cleats, helping them grip the ground as they run at top speeds. Polar bears, wolves, and lions are other fearsome animals that have formidable claws--and jaws! In this dynamic set, readers explore the adaptations that make these animals amazing hunters and feared predators. Full-color photographs bring readers closer to a top predator than they could ever get in the wild or even the zoo.