The Bad Guys, Mr. Wolf, Mr. Shark, Mr. Snake, and Mr. Piranha, want to be heroes, and they decide that the way to do it is free the 200 dogs in the city dog pound--but their plan soon goes awry.

Introduces piranhas, including information about their physical characteristics, habitat, different species, diet, behavior, and their role in the ecosystems where they live.

Told in rhyming text, Brian tries to get his fellow piranhas to try his fruit and vegetable platter, but they all prefer meat--like those human feet dangling in the water.

"A countdown of five of the most dangerous piranha encounters provides thrills as readers learn about the biological, social, and hunting characteristics of these South American river predators"--

With razor-sharp interlocking teeth and powerful jaws, piranhas are built for making a quick kill. In just a few minutes, a group of hungry piranhas can strip prey down to its bones. Readers will learn about what makes piranhas such deadly predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer look at the lives of these fearsome freshwater creatures.

"Piranhas are small fish with sharp teeth and a ferocious reputation. They're reputedly such fierce, terrifying predators that horror movies have been made about them. But do they really warrant their reputation? This absorbing volume dives into the world of piranhas to discover the truth about these South American freshwater fish. Special attention will be paid to the most infamous-and dangerous-species, the red-bellied piranha. Age-appropriate text...

This title focuses on piranhas and gives information related to their bodies, habitats, food, and life cycles. The title is complete with beautiful and colorful photographs, simple text, and a database for added activities.

"Stanley Potts's uncle Ernie has developed an over-the-top fascination with canning fish in the house, and life at 69 Fish Quay Lane has turned barmy. But there's darkness in the madness, and when Uncle Ernie's obsession takes an unexpectedly cruel turn, Stan has no choice but to leave. As he journeys away from the life he's always known, he mingles with a carnival full of eccentric characters and meets the legendary Pancho Pirelli, the man who swims...

"A Bruno le encantan las bananas. El problema es que Bruno es una pira©ła, y a sus amiguetes no les gusta nada esa afici©đn que le ha entrado por la fruta. No les gusta ni un pelo..." -- "Brian loves bananas. Trouble is, Brian's a piranha. And his friends aren't happy about his fondness for fruit. No, they're not happy at all ..."--