What does a firefly, as it lights up in the dark, have in common with a pleasantly scented flower in a field or a colourful fish in a coral reef? These plants and animals are all getting across a message! Use this PC CD-ROM to explore the beautiful world of nature and discover the amazing ways in which plants and animals communicate. The visual, vocal and physical communication of nearly 100 species of fish, amphibians, insects, reptiles, birds, mammals and plants are explained in an extravaganza of colour and sound. Choose from one of seven topics and see how the use of camouflage, colouring, songs and scents are used in order to hunt, protect, warn and attract. Features Contains written text, narration, photographs, audio visual elements, animated sequences, and slide shows about the diverse kinds of communication in nature. Research and problem-solving activities that focus on the information presented in the program. Direct access to external productivity tools - a word processor, a drawing program, presentation software, and a spreadsheet. Direct links to related Internet sites. An electronic glossary providing definitions of relevant terms and concepts.