ISBN: 1529369541 9781529369540

Category: Nature / Ecology

Page count: 304

<p><b>'A call to arms for everyone' Steve Backshall</b><br><br><b>'Eye-opening' <i>New Scientist</i><br></b><br>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.<br><br> <b>But every hour, three species disappear.</b><br><br> <b>Our incredible world is at risk.</b><br><br>Megan McCubbin reveals the stories of the scientists, rangers and conservationists who are fighting to save these extraordinary creatures from extinction. <i>An Atlas of Endangered Species</i> shows us that the battle is on for their survival - and we all have a part to play.<br><br><b>'Joyful and heartbreaking, an inspiring celebration of some of our planet's most endangered species and those who champion them' - Dave Goulson, author of <i>Silent Earth</i></b><br><br><b>'A powerful, passionate plea for a wilder future' - Sophie Pavelle, author of <i>Forget Me Not</i></b></p>