Wildlife Cities - by Dan Rouse (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Take a tour around the globe and discover the remarkable creatures that live in the most unexpected places.

Spot peregrine falcons high above your head in New York, dumpster-diving bears in the backyards of Canada, and glow-in-the-dark scorpions hiding in dark crevices in Brazil.

Our planet's cities are bursting with unseen and unexpected critters. Learn about the sea lions who use city piers as their napping spots, the peppered moths who change color to hide in plain sight, and the mischievous monkeys who zip through traffic to find their next snack. On this trip around the globe, you'll discover how these clever creatures have changed their bodies, brains, and behaviors to help them thrive in the city. Find out why striped marsh frogs throw backyard pool parties and why you can usually find a fox out for a prowl at the same time as the garbage truck!

Perfect for curious children, this book shows that you are surrounded by nature even in the very center of the city.

About the Author

Dan Rouse is a passionate presenter, wildlife conservationist, and ornithologist from Swansea, Wales. Growing up on the South Wales coastline, she developed a passion for coastal birds and wildlife. Dan is widely respected in the birding and Welsh community for her ornithological and conservational work. She currently writes for Bay Magazine Swansea, features frequently on BBC Radio Wales/Radio Cymru, and presents for S4C Hansh, fronting videos on wildlife and wildlife science.