Amazing Animal Journeys

 Amazing Animal Journeys

Reviewed By  Nan van Dissel       November 4, 2022

 

Author  Jennifer Cossins

Distributor:      Hachette Australia
ISBN:                 9780734421432
Publisher:         Hachette Australia. Imprint Lothian Children's Books.
Release Date:   October 2022  

Website:    https://www.hachette.com.au 

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Irrespective of your age, if you are fascinated by the phenomenon of animal migration, this is the book for you. No doubt you are aware of bird migration but did you know that all sorts of animals migrate; many sea creatures, mammals and insects also make a journey to a distant new home?

In her book ‘Amazing Animal Journeys’, award winning Tasmanian author and artist Jennifer Cossins not only explores the many reasons why animals migrate, which include changes in daylight, weather patterns and hormonal pressures but also how they prepare for their long and often dangerous journey.

She has selected 25 animal species from around the world, which undertake fascinating migration voyages.  These include Bar-Headed Geese which have been seen flying over Mount Everest, the Globe Skimmer Dragonflies which can fly over 3,000 kilometres without touching the ground, the Emperor Penguins whose chicks undertake their first migration from where they are born to the sea without their parents, and the dangerous journey of the Christmas Island Red Crab.

 The information about each animal’s remarkable expedition is supplemented by a little known, highlighted, interesting fact; this will further engage not only the younger readers but also the parents.

The magnificent illustrations and fascinating animal facts will appeal not only to the emergent reader but also to anyone with a passion for nature and the animal kingdom.

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