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(from Sea World Parks & Entertainment)

ANIMAL INFO pages contain information, color photographs, videos, and audio files about animals and biodiversity around the world.

Animal InfoBooks offer detailed information about physical characteristics, habitats, diets, behavior, and other resources (including information about aquariums).  Ecosystems InfoBooks explore habitats such as Grass Lands, Tide Pools, and Tropical Forests.
Animal Bytes have one-page quick facts about a variety of animal species, and Shamu TV presents videos that run from 5 to 30 minutes.  At Animal Sounds, there are audio files of 39 animal sounds, and frequently asked questions can be found at Ask Shamu.
ANIMAL INFO is brought to you by Sea World Parks & Entertainment.  Links at the pages can connect you with information about:
·         Sea World/Busch Gardens Conservation Fund
·         Hubbs Sea World Research Institute
·         Sea World Parks and Vacations
·         Educational camp and school programs
·         Teacher education and resources
·         Careers
 (For more information about animals, just ask our librarians!)

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