Francine Poulet is the greatest animal control officer in Gizzford County. Francine is never scared -- until she's faced with a screaming raccoon who may or may not be a ghost. But whether Francine is scared or not, there's a raccoon on the loose, and the folks on Deckawoo Drive need her.

Look closely at the ten most amazing insects and spiders that buzz, dart, and hang out all over the world. Beware those bites and stings as you encounter a hornet that will chase humans, a louse that lives on a fish's tongue, a centipede that will fight snakes, and more. Come face to face with these extreme animals and learn their secrets!

"An informative introduction to nature's scariest creatures, exploring why some animals are considered 'monsters.'"--

Disney's acclaimed, groundbreaking nature series captures the wonder of animals and nature.

Ostriches are funny-looking birds with their long legs and huge, popping eyes. But don't get too close. An ostrich's huge talons are sharp enough to kill a lion. Though these animals are increasingly raised on ranches, they're not domesticated, and should never be kept as pets. Readers will love learning about these odd, record-breaking birds.

Introduces snakes, describing their physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, discussing why these animals can be unsuitable as pets, and facts about snake ownership.

This book describes the wild world of dangerous animals, discussing their protection of their young, teamwork, speed, venom, and diseases.

Have you ever seen a vampire bat? A Goliath bird eating spider? A Hercules beetle? Meet some of the world's creepiest critters in this photo-packed book of rain forest monsters.

"Around some animals, you need to use caution. Others are harmless or even helpful. But do you know which is which? Readers will explore the animal kingdom and discover which amphibians are dangerous and which ones aren't - the facts may surprise you!"--Amazon.com.

"Gives general information on features of minibeasts and threats to them. Counts down the top ten most dangerous minibeasts using a deadliness scale"--Provided by publisher.