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Richard Jones

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Discover 15 bugs with extraordinary abilities, and uncover the secrets of their survival in nature.

Try to spot the Indian stick insect and see how its remarkable camouflage helps it evade predators. Admire the vibrant colours of the monarch butterfly and learn how its wings support an incredible migration. And take a closer look at the emperor dragonfly’s compound eyes to see how its vision helps it catch its next meal.

In this new book for children from renowned entomologist Richard ‘Bugman’ Jones, and illustrated with stunning detail, this book is buzzing with the tiny creatures that make our world thrive.

This book is sure to delight insect lovers aged 7+ and includes:

  • 15 chapters on brilliant bugs from around the world and the incredible ways they have adapted to survive.
  • A guide on how and where to spot insects
  • Fascinating stories and folklore exploring how insects have inspired myths and legends through the ages
  • Words from renowned entomologist Richard ‘Bugman’ Jones, fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and of the Linnean Society of London
  • Stunning artwork from bestselling illustrator Sara Boccaccini Meadows

Features:

  • Hardback
  • 64 pages

Praise for the Book

“Children will enjoy pouring over the presented facts and the exquisite ­illustrations, and budding entomologists will adore this thought-out and ­well-designed book” - Melisa Bailey, School Library Journal.

“The perfect way to introduce young readers to the insect world” - The Sun.
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About the Author

Richard Jones

Richard Jones is a nationally acclaimed entomologist, a fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and of the Linnean Society of London, and past president of the British Entomological and Natural History Society. He has been fascinated by wildlife since a childhood exploring the South Downs and Sussex Weald after plants and insects. He now writes about insects, wildlife and the environment for publications such as BBC Wildlife, Gardeners’ World, The Guardian, The Sunday Times, and Countryfile, and has regular radio appearances on programmes like Radio 4’s Home Planet, Natural Histories, and Woman’s Hour.

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