Lost Animals: The story of extinct, endangered and rediscovered species

Lost Animals is a book about the species that have emerged, disappeared, and been reborn over the millennia since the Cambrian Explosion. It features illustrations, photographs, and scientific drawings and discusses the attempts to conserve and resurrect these species.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2020
Publisher: Welbeck Publishing Group

Lost Animals: A Journey Through Earth's Animal History

Since the Cambrian Explosion, which occurred over 520 million years ago, the Earth has witnessed the emergence, disappearance, and rebirth of countless species. This captivating documentary, Lost Animals, delves into the intricate tapestry of life on our planet.

During this remarkable period, all the major animal groups, including mollusks, worms, crustaceans, and vertebrates, made their debut in the fossil record within a mere geological instant. In addition to the familiar creatures we encounter today, evolution also experimented with now-obsolete body forms, showcasing the diverse and ever-evolving nature of life.

Once upon a time, the world was a blank canvas, but as it filled up, certain lines were erased while others continued to persist. Lost Animals vividly portrays this dynamic process through stunning illustrations, photographs of fossils and excavations, and scientific drawings. It brings back to life some of the most charismatic and awe-inspiring creatures that have ever inhabited our planet, as well as those that represent significant milestones in evolutionary terms.

Zoologist Dr. John Whitfield delves into the discussion of species that have vanished, those that are just being discovered, and those that were believed to be extinct until their rediscovery. He also highlights the ongoing efforts to conserve and resurrect those that are at risk of extinction.

Lost Animals serves as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of life on Earth, reminding us of the profound interconnectedness of all living beings. It encourages us to appreciate the diversity of life and to take steps to protect and preserve the precious species that inhabit our world.

Weight: 1552g
Dimension: 256 x 291 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787394506