Penguins and Other Sea Birds

Penguins and Other Sea Birds

Summary

Did you know...

The Galápagos Penguin's speckled markings make each of them as unique as a snowflake?
The Emperor Penguin weighs the same as a Labrador retriever?
The Adélie Penguin takes its name from the sweetheart of a Napoleonic naval captain turned explorer?

From tiny fairy penguins to the regal emperor penguin, street artist and ornithologist, Matt Sewell, illustrates one of the world’s favourite birds in this charming follow-up to Owls, Our Garden Birds, Our Songbirds and Our Woodland Birds. Matt captures the famously quirky characters of penguins through his unique and much-loved watercolours accompanied by whimsical descriptions. You'll discover everything you've ever wondered about this enigmatic bird and his feathered friends from across the globe.

About the author

Matt Sewell

Artist and illustrator Matt Sewell has been described as the Banksy of the bird world. He has illustrated for the Guardian and Barbour, amongst many others, and exhibited in London, Manchester, New York, Tokyo and Paris. Matt is an avid ornithologist and regular contributor to the Caught by The River website. He lives in Shrewsbury with his partner and two children.
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