Daniel K. Riskin è un biologo evoluzionista e personaggio televisivo canadese il cui lavoro si addentra negli angoli più oscuri del mondo naturale. La sua fascinazione per la biologia, in particolare per i pipistrelli, è stata accesa in giovane età, portando a un'ampia ricerca sul campo in diversi continenti. Attraverso i suoi scritti, porta in primo piano per i lettori gli aspetti intriganti e spesso trascurati della fauna. Lo stile di Riskin è contrassegnato da una profonda curiosità e dalla capacità di scoprire incredibili storie di sopravvivenza e adattamento in natura.
Using the seven deadly sins as a road map, Riskin offers dozens of jaw-dropping examples that illuminate how brutal nature can truly be and shows ways this deadly world has shaped us as humans and what our responsibilities are to this terrible, wonderful planet we call home.
A sweet, fun, and informative picture book about bat echolocation for kids 3-7. Written by a scientist who works with bats in his everyday life!It’s time for Fiona the fruit bat to take her very first flight, but she’s scared. How will she fly when she can’t see in the dark? Mama just says, “listen.” But how will listening help her to see? Then she hears a mysterious sound from deep in her cave. To find out what’s making that noise—and to finally fly—Fiona will have to unlock a secret hidden inside herself. Written by biologist and bestselling author Dan Riskin, and rooted in the real-life biology of short-tailed fruit bats, this adorable story features: The fascinating science behind echolocation, including backmatter pages with information on fruit bats from the author. A comforting message to help kids scared of the dark: Alongside Fiona, they’ll learn there’s nothing to be scared of! A celebration of self-confidence and independence: Shows readers the amazing things they can accomplish all on their own.Accompanied by delightful illustrations from Rachel Qiuqi, Fiona the Fruit Bat is a touching tale about overcoming the fear of new experiences and finding the courage to listen to your own voice.