No animal lover who wants to increase their knowledge and feed their passion should be without a copy of Animal: The Definitive Visual Guide. First published in 2001, this vast volume of animal facts and photos has been revised and updated to include over 2,000 unique animal species, from the blackfin icefish to mites, monkeys, and whales. Whether you're looking for a reference guide or a beautiful book to browse, Animal: The Definitive Visual Guide delivers. Its 632 pages are packed with fascinating information and visually striking, full-color photos that showcase the diversity of the vast and varied animal kingdom. In addition to describing each animal, information about species classification, behavior, distribution, and conservation status is also provided, offering a wealth of knowledge for the animal enthusiast to peruse and enjoy.

The book includes the voice and experience of many experts, with over 70 zoologists as well as the Smithsonian Institution working in collaboration with biologists David Burnie and Don E. Wilson to produce this massive volume. If you're lucky enough to have held onto a volume of the first edition from way back in 2001, consider passing it on to a friend and treating yourself to a fresh copy of the newly revised edition. Animal stats have been updated to reflect current data, and fifty new species are included that weren't featured in the first edition. DK Publishing is known for their high-interest stories, and Animal: The Definitive Visual Guide from DK's Adult Books division carries on this tradition by intriguing scientists, students, and everyday animal fans alike to learn more about our furry, scaly, and feathered friends.

Released late this summer and available in a colorful, gorgeously designed hardcover format, this inspiring book brings the excitement and beauty of the wild world of animals straight to your reading chair.