Perry, Phyllis Jean.

Freshwater giants : hippopotamus, river dolphins, and manatees / Phyllis J. Perry. - New York : F. Watts, c1999. - 63 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm. - Watts library .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 59-60) and index.

Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of three of the world's largest freshwater mammals: the hippopotamus, manatee, and river dolphin, and discusses some of the factors that threaten their survival.

ISBN: 0531116816

LCCN: 98025123

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Mammals--Juvenile literature.
Hippopotamus.
Manatees.
River dolphins.

LC Class. No.: QL706.2 / .P47 1999

Dewey Class. No.: 599.176