Explore nature's most outrageous mating rituals, bizarre courtship displays, and astonishing reproductive secrets in this laugh-out-loud wildlife adventure.
Renowned wildlife expert Ron Magill returns with Sex and the Animals, a wildly funny, fascinating, and beautifully photographed journey into the world of animal courtship, reproduction, and mating behavior. Joined by longtime columnist Greg Cote, Magill takes readers behind the curtain of nature's most outrageous romances, bizarre mating rituals, and astonishing reproductive strategies. Inspired by his wildly popular live presentation, this entertaining adventure combines in-depth science, laugh-out-loud storytelling, and stunning photography.
As a longtime Nikon ambassador, Magill captures rare, intimate moments from the natural world, offering readers a visual experience that is as captivating as the stories themselves. From the raw intensity of big cats to the elaborate dances of birds-of-paradise, exploring the surprising bedroom habits of creatures great and small, Magill reveals how animals attract mates, compete for affection, and ensure the survival of their species. Along the way, readers will discover that the natural world is filled with drama, comedy, ingenuity, and more than a few lessons about life itself. Sex and the Animals proves that when it comes to love, lust, and survival, nature is far more imaginative than we are.
Inside you'll find:
Over 150 stunning full-color photographs capturing rare and intimate moments from the animal kingdom.
The surprising science behind courtship, mating, reproduction, and relationships across dozens of fascinating species.
Ron Magill's signature blend of expert wildlife knowledge, behind-the-scenes insights, and hilarious narration.
If you enjoyed An Immense World by Ed Yong, The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery, and What a Fish Knows by Jonathan Balcombe, you'll love Sex and the Animals.
