An illustrated first field guide to the adorable pygmy hippo from expert Dr. Fiona Sach, featuring illustrations by Lisa Maria.
You've probably heard of Moo Deng, the pygmy hippo in Thailand who went viral on social media for her sassy antics, but theres so much more to learn about these elusive creatures. Discover why the pygmy hippos skin is always shiny, the surprising aquatic mammals that theyre closely related to, and how their unusual toilet habits help support the ecosystem. Youll also discover the threats they face in their natural habitat and how you can help. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, its a must for all pygmy hippo fans!
Pygmy Hippo (Young Zoologist)is part of an exciting series of collectable animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.
USAn illustrated guide to the adorable pygmy hippo written by Dr. Fiona Sach.
Dr. Fiona Sachis a zoo conservation impact manager at ZSL London Zoo. In 2020 she was awarded a PhD in Zoology/Animal Biology by The University of Nottingham.
Lisa Mariais an illustrator and designer based in Illinois. She loves creating an enchanting design for childrens books. When shes not drawing, she loves to play with her dog, Yumi, and watch K-dramas!
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