For generations, the animals of the African plains have followed a single rule: only kill to survive. But when an unthinkable act of betrayal shatters the peace, the fragile balance between predators and prey will rest in the paws of three unlikely heroes.

"In his latest illustrated exploration of the animal kingdom, Steve Jenkins introduces readers to some of the most powerful predators in history, from the Tyrannosaurus rex to the African lion."--

Explores the physical and behavioral adaptations of predators and prey and their impact on the environment, and includes activites that compare and contrast physical characteristics, behavioral patterns, and ecosystem dynamics.