An atlas of endangered species

McCubbin, Megan

£20.00

The diversity of life on earth is astounding, with each species perfectly adapted to its environment. Sharks can navigate the ocean using electromagnetic fields; sloths use algae as camouflage; albatross can fly for hours without beating their wings; and orca pods each have unique cultures and languages. But every hour, three species disappear. Our incredible world is at risk. Megan McCubbin reveals the stories of the scientists, rangers and conservationists who are fighting to save these extraordinary creatures from extinction.

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Publish Date: 11/05/2023

Description

‘A call to arms for everyone’ Steve Backshall

The diversity of life on earth is astounding, with each species perfectly adapted to its environment. Sharks can navigate the ocean using electromagnetic fields; sloths use algae as camouflage; albatross can fly for hours without beating their wings; and orca pods each have unique cultures and languages.

But every hour, three species disappear.

Our incredible world is at risk.

Megan McCubbin reveals the stories of the scientists, rangers and conservationists who are fighting to save these extraordinary creatures from extinction. An Atlas of Endangered Species shows us that the battle is on for their survival – and we all have a part to play.

‘Joyful and heartbreaking, an inspiring celebration of some of our planet’s most endangered species and those who champion them’ – Dave Goulson, author of Silent Earth

‘A powerful, passionate plea for a wilder future’ – Sophie Pavelle, author of Forget Me Not

Additional information

Weight 720 g
Dimensions 218 × 150 × 30 mm
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Publisher

Imprint

Cover

Hardback

Pages

xiv, 289

Language

English

Edition
Dewey

591.68 (edition:23)

Readership

General – Trade / Code: K