"We all know that bees die after they sting . . . except they don’t. And, as this fascinating and highly illustrated compendium will tell you, there are many other amazing facts about mini-creatures that we have misunderstood (or never knew in the first place). You may be happy not to meet the stick insect the size of a cat but this book will inspire you to turn over stones and rotting logs all summer"-Sally Morris, The Daily Mail
 
Minibeast fans will quickly become minibeast experts with this informative, inventive and entertaining take on an animal book!
Do you know all there is to know about minibeasts? Bees die when they sting you, centipedes have 100 legs and cockroaches are indestructible, right?
Well, this book is here to show you that you're WRONG! But don't worry, there are so many minibeasts out there it's impossible to know everything about all of them . . .
So, let's uncover the truth! From incredible insect architects to eating spiders in your sleep, discover how everything you think you know about creepy-crawlies is actually untrue in this in-depth, ingenious book with debunks many common myths about all kinds of minibeasts.
 
With fascinating, friendly and easy-to-understand text written by zoologist Dr. Nick Crumpton and amazingly detailed colour artwork on every page, this beautifully produced hardback gift book with an stunning tactile cover will impress insect fans of any age.