Albatross: A Family Portrait

Albatross: A Family Portrait takes you under the wings of the world’s largest birds, sharing the latest scientific discoveries with a blend of humour and a profound appreciation for albatrosses’ ways. This isn’t just another biology book; it goes beyond the ‘mainstream’ information (which, undeniably, are intriguing enough thanks to albatrosses’ tendency to be generally impressive), to unveil obscure facts, unexpected insights and uncharted ecological links that paint a perceptive picture of the amazing albatross family.

Sprinkled with hand-drawn illustrations, the book includes:

• A field guide detailing the size, population status and distribution of each albatross species
• Albatrosses’ anatomical secrets behind effortless gliding in the air
• Juicy facts about albatrosses’ love life, offering free inspiration for wholesome relationships
• Come dine with me – albatross style: a look at their diet and foraging strategies
• And, indispensable in any nature book, a call to conservation, emphasising the urgency at which albatrosses need and deserve protection.

Perfect for curious minds, Albatross: A Family Portrait will make you think, chuckle, and marvel at the extraordinary world of these magnificent birds.