Invented by Animals: Meet the Creatures who Inspired our Everyday Technology

Hachette

Invented by Animals: Meet the Creatures who Inspired our Everyday Technology

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Discover the animal inventors whose extraordinary abilities have inspired amazing inventions for humans in this internationally bestselling book for children!

Humans may think they are the ultimate inventors, but animals have been solving problems and creating ingenious designs for millions of years. From super-speed swimmers to masters of disguise, nature's inventors have inspired some of the world's most amazing technologies – and this book reveals their secrets. 

Readers can discover the snail that has developed a house that stays cool inside, even in the desert, and take a closer look at the eagle, whose extraordinary long-distance vision has inspired the development of the world's tiniest and most powerful cameras. Every animal – and its invention – is a marvel in this unique non-fiction blend of science, technology, and wildlife.

Perfect for animal enthusiasts and budding inventors, Invented by Animals will change the way readers see the natural world.

This fascinating and fact-packed book includes:

  • Brilliant animal innovations that have shaped human inventions, from shark-skin swimsuits to bird-inspired bullet trains.
  • Mind-blowing adaptations, such as gecko feet that stick without glue, butterfly wings that shimmer without pigment, and termite mounds that have inspired eco-friendly architecture.
  • Fascinating science explained in a fun, accessible way for young readers.
  • Stunning illustrations that bring these inventions to life.