"The animal kingdom is a kaleidoscope of color. But what do animal's colours say about them? Why do some stand out while others blend in? What jobs do spots and stripes do? And why do some baby animals look different to their parents? Find out in this colorful first book of natural history." -- Page [4] of cover.

Includes index.

Welcome to a world of color -- Animal family tree -- Feathers, fur, scales, and skin -- Red -- Orange & pink -- Yellow -- Green -- Blue -- Indigo & violet -- Black -- White -- Black & white -- Rainbow -- Iridescent -- Stripes -- Spots -- Changing color -- Stand out -- Blend in -- Warn off -- Faking it & false eyes -- Clever disguises -- Light up -- Dazzle & shock -- Males & females -- Babies to grown-ups -- Wild cities -- Caring for creatures.