Fishes

Fish make their homes across the planet, in rivers, lakes, and oceans, from warm tropical waters to cool temperate seas and frigid polar regions. Their skeletons differ as well: some kinds are built on bone, while others rely on cartilage.

Fish come in an enormous range of sizes, from the small goldfish to the great white shark and everything in between. Their bodies also reflect how they live. Some lie flat along the bottom, while others are streamlined for swift swimming. Flounders and seahorses go further, with shapes that help them blend into their surroundings. Their coloring varies just as widely, from muted grays and browns to vivid reds, yellows, and blues.

This book is part of the Compare and Contrast Series and invites young readers to consider how fish are alike and how they differ.