Screaming Hairy Armadillo and 76 Other Animals with Weird, Wild Names

A fascinating compendium featuring over 70 unusual animal species, including the White-Bellied Go-Away Bird, Aye-Aye, and Fried Egg Jellyfish, with explanations of their names, habits, and abilities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 02 September 2020
Publisher: Workman Publishing

A captivating compendium showcases an impressive array of over 70 extraordinary animal species, delving into the intriguing realm of their names. This lively and visually captivating celebration is brimming with creatures renowned for their peculiar, perplexing, and downright amusing monikers. Prepare to meet the White-Bellied Go-Away Bird, whose mournful cry echoes like someone desperately screaming, "Go away!" Alternatively, encounter the Aye-Aye, whose name in Malagasy translates to "I don't know" due to the widespread aversion associated with this ill-fated creature. While some names are readily discernible, their weirdness remains undeniable, such as the Fried Egg Jellyfish, which aptly reflects its appearance. However, others bear a more enigmatic quality, resembling an inside joke shared by taxonomists. Take, for instance, the fly christened Pieza Pie, which undoubtedly sparked the imagination of its discoverer. Throughout this captivating journey, you will delve into the lives of these curiously named animals, uncovering their peculiar habits, striking appearances, and remarkable abilities. Prepare to be captivated by the wonders of nature's naming conventions and the extraordinary creatures that bear them.

Weight: 536g
Dimension: 204 x 240 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781523508112