Extreme Nature
Extreme Nature by Mark Carwardine, published by Collins in 2005, is an illustrated exploration of the most extraordinary plants and animals on Earth. This 320-page book presents a captivating guide to unique species, highlighting their bizarre lifestyles and remarkable adaptations. Each entry is both quirky and informative, providing insights into the world’s hungriest animal, the largest flock of birds, and other fascinating natural phenomena.
Readers will discover a wealth of information about over 1,000 species, with additional details presented in side panels that enhance the main entries. The book covers a variety of topics related to nature and photography, making it accessible to those with no prior knowledge while remaining scientifically rigorous for experts. With its lavish illustrations and engaging writing, Extreme Nature offers a comprehensive look at the wonders of the natural world, including the slimiest animal and the deadliest plant.
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The world’s hungriest animal, the owner of the biggest footprints, the largest flock of birds, the most dangerous love life…here is a mind-blowing guide to the weirdest and most remarkable plants and animals on our planet. The entries are quirky yet informative, focusing on single species with bizarre lifestyles and impressive adaptations. Further information is given in a side panel, expanding the range of reference to more than 1,000 species. (For example, against the entry for the fastest growing plant, you can also find out about the fastest growing mammal, insect, and reptile). Lavishly illustrated and intelligently written, Extreme Nature is aimed at all those with an interest in life in the wild. The book assumes no knowledge while being scientifically rigorous enough to captivate every expert. Big in format and scope, it is a gorgeous and fascinating portrait of the natural wonders of our planet, including the slimiest animal, the oldest living fossil, and the deadliest plant.
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