Clawed toes dig ... Long tongue slurps ... Meet the anteater! Brimming with vivid photos and scientific facts, this middle-grade nonfiction book treats researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive profile of these forest mammals. It covers zoology topics such as anatomy, diet, habitat, and life cycle, as well as species conservation efforts and the animals' relationship with humans throughout history. Sidebars, a range map, and a glossary support the main text, while an Amazonian folktale about the anteater adds a cross-curricular cultural layer to the title.