This landmark photographic encyclopedia of the animal kingdom is revised with new species images and the latest scientific knowledge on all things animalDKs Animal features stunning wildlife photography of more than 2000 of the worlds most important wild mammals birds reptiles amphibians fish insects and other invertebrates written by 70 natural history specialists. Each animal species comes with a description photo distribution map and statistics including its conservation status. Whilst also explaining animal biology in beautiful visual detail Animal contains a chapter of portraits of the different types of environment that animals inhabit. For anyone who wants a reliable and enthralling reference in which you can find the answers to everything from why zebras are striped to how the sunbear got its name this aweinspiring animal book is your goto guideStep inside the pages of this amazing animal encyclopedia A visual catalogue containing descriptions of over 2000 animal species with distribution maps and striking photos. Each catalogue is organised into taxa the groups of related species that scientists use to classify animals. Each taxon has an introduction explaining which animals belong to the group and what they have in common. Researched written and authenticated by a team of over 70 zoologists and naturalists from around the globe. Introductory chapter describes animal biology in beautiful visual detail. Habitats chapter provides visual portraits of the different types of environment that animals inhabit.A musthave volume for animal lovers of all ages whether youre a habitual viewer of wildlife documentaries or an enthusiastic visitor of zoos and safari parks Animal has something for everyone to explore and love and is sure to delight