Wild Waters: A wildlife and water lover's companion to the aquatic world

Water covers approximately 71% of the Earth's surface, providing us with oxygen, food, medicine, and materials. Wild waterlife infiltrates our lives in surprising ways, such as oxygen provided by ocean-dwelling microscopic plants, seaweed testing for viruses, and robotics inspired by pikes. Susanne Masters' book "Wild Waters" celebrates the diversity of wildlife found in and around our waterways, offering a fascinating account of how aquatic plants and animals enrich human life. With stunning illustrations by Alice Goodridge, it provides a tantalizing insight into the world beneath the surface.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 192 pages
\n Publication date: 18 November 2021
\n Publisher: Vertebrate Graphics Ltd
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The Earth's surface is covered by approximately 71% water, and even in arid regions, we maintain a profound connection with aquatic life. This invaluable resource provides us with essential elements such as oxygen, sustenance, medicinal remedies, and materials. Surprisingly, wild waterlife permeates our lives in numerous unexpected ways. Every inhalation we take is enriched with oxygen derived from the microscopic plants that thrive in the ocean. Certain types of seaweed possess the capability to directly detect the presence of viruses, including the novel coronavirus (Covid-19). The field of robotics draws inspiration from the remarkable acceleration capabilities of pikes, surpassing even the performance of high-end sports cars like Porsches.

Wild Waters, authored by Susanne Masters, serves as a captivating tribute to the diverse array of wildlife inhabiting and surrounding our diverse waterways, encompassing oceans, rivers, rock pools, and ponds. For armchair adventurers, this book offers a captivating account of how aquatic plants and animals contribute to human well-being. Swimmers, paddleboarders, dog walkers, families, and nature enthusiasts alike can gain valuable insights into local wildlife, including the best times and locations to observe various species without causing any harm.

Illustrated by the talented Alice Goodridge, Wild Waters provides a mesmerizing glimpse into the world beneath the surface.

\n Weight: 512g\n
Dimension: 181 x 230 x 20 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781839811005\n \n