Text and illustrations present information about a variety of the extremes found among animals. Includes poster of poisonous creatures entitled Venomous villains and a quiz with answer key.

"Weird and wonderful, fast and ferocious!"--Cover.

Extreme survivors -- Deadly weapons -- Don't mess with me -- Amazing appetites -- Team work -- Marvelous movers -- Intelligence of instinct? -- Death by poison -- Incredible journeys -- Be my mate -- Super senses -- Meet the parents -- Animal architects -- Record breakers.