Which animal has the biggest mouth? Can alligators use tools? Why would a toad have a moustache? Could a mouse beat a scorpion in a fight? How do great white sharks find love? And are sheep really as stupid as everyone thinks? Find out the answers to all these questions, and many more, in New Scientist ’s Anti-Zoo, based on the hugely popular Zoologger column. Prepare to meet 50 of the strangest, scariest and most unexpected animals known to

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Simple text and photographs describe the behavior of baby elephants.

Photographs and simple text introduce the physical characteristics and behavior of giraffes, one of many animals kept in zoos.

Photographs and simple text introduce the physical characteristics and behavior of lions, one of many animals kept in zoos.

Provides general information about river otters, as well about one particular pup born at the St. Louis Zoo, exploring why this species is endangered and how zoos are working to prevent its extinction.

Photographs and simple text introduce the physical characteristics and behavior of sea lions, one of many animals kept in zoos.

Showcases the development and growth of a baby polar bear at a zoo, discussing the zookeeper's role in its life and the natural habitat, foods, and life cycle of the animal.