In this book in the 'Wildlife of the World' series, expert wildlife photographer Hugh Lansdown reveals some of the most fascinating and endangered animals to be found in the amazing biodiversity hotspot of South Africa.
Aimed at children from 8 to 13 years old (but fascinating at any age!)
Over 70 high resolution photos of South African animals.
Includes a section for each of South Africa's main habitats with photos of some of the special animals that live there, pictured in natural settings.
Special sections for iconic South African animals such as carnivores, penguins, baboons and meerkats.
Interesting (and often surprising!) facts about each of the animals and how they live.
Discussion of conservation issues in South Africa and the action being taken to address them.
Wildlife extras challenge! Spot dozens of extra animals hidden throughout the book (with answers at the back).
Links to dozens of on-line videos, slideshows and sound recordings unique to this book.
Link to an on-line interactive map showing different cities, habitats and national parks.
With it's unique location between the steamy African tropics and chilly Southern Ocean, South Africa is a biodiversity hotspot. Huge right whales give birth in the shallow coastal waters surrounded by endangered penguins and noisy fur seals, while majestic lions stalk their prey across grassy savanna and beautiful sugarbirds sip nectar from fynbos flowers... together with ancient tortoises, scary snakes, poisonous grasshoppers and much, much more!
Conserving the incredible wildlife we share our planet with is one of the most important tasks the young generation are going to be faced with. This book has been carefully designed to grab their attention in the chaotic, modern digital world, educate them about the amazing creatures that live here and enthuse them with the desire to find out more!