Discover the daily life of this iconic prehistoric predator, simply written and beautifully illustrated for beginning readers.  California, sixteen thousand years ago. A saber-toothed cat lies in wait for the day's meal, foot-long fangs at the ready. Rooted in archaeological evidence, clear and succinct text explains how we think saber-toothed cats lived, hunted, and became extinct. Back matter explores other large-toothed feline predators, including one who is still alive today, and provides additional print, visual, and web resources.