Insectarium

This stunning tour showcases an incredible collection of insects of every shape and colour from around the world, enabling readers to wander through curated exhibits on every page, all accompanied by an informative text. […] A must-have for all budding entomologists and nature lovers. – Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Evening Post *
I defy any child (or adult for that matter) with even the slightest interest in insects not to be utterly captivated by this book. The enormous and richly illustrated pages take you on a journey through a magnificent museum of insects, starting with an introduction to insect life, visiting bugs, flies, beetles, moths and more, then ending your journey in the museum library (index). The full-page illustrations show off the intricate beauty of the insect world, whilst the accompanying text provides fascinating insights into their bizarre lives. Readers will not be able to resist sharing their discoveries with others (did you know earwigs can fly?!). I wouldn’t worry too much about finding a place to shelve this large format volume, as if it isn’t in the hands of a reader, you’ll find it in the art or science department. – Becky West * The School Librarian *
With stunning, detailed illustrations that show insects up close, this book offers a unique opportunity to explore these tiny creatures as if visiting a museum, without ever leaving the room. * BooksForTopics 2025-2026 Year 6 Group List *

Dave Goulson is Professor of Biology at University of Sussex, specialising in bee ecology. He has published more than 300 scientific articles on the ecology and conservation of bumblebees and other insects. He is the author of the Sunday Times bestseller A Sting in the Tale, now translated into seventeen languages. This was followed by A Buzz in the Meadow in 2014, Bee Quest in 2017, The Garden Jungle and Gardening for Bumblebees in in 2019, and Silent Earth in August 2021.

Emily Carter is an award-winning British designer based in London, specialising in hand illustrated silk accessories, stationery and furnishings. Her collections incorporate themes from natural history, flora, fauna and scientific illustration to create surreal and unique illustrations and prints.

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