Fish in the Desert: The Untold Story of the Death Valley Pupfish (Bringing National Parks to Life Series)

This richly illustrated and beautifully told story follows a young girl and her parents as they explore Death Valley National Park. They soon discover this harsh desert environment is teeming with life, including birds, reptiles, mammals, insects, and even fish. Guided by the Park’s aquatic ecologist, they watch the movement of tiny pupfish that live in the region’s creeks and springs. Fish in the Desert is the first book in the Bringing National Parks to Life series. It focuses on the remarkable life of pupfish while increasing awareness of desert wildlife and the need for stewardship. It includes a glossary and “Did You See Me?” pages, challenging the reader to search the pages’ illustrations for specific animals and plants. Young readers, families, and educators will take delight in this excellent resource for the home, classroom, or nature center.