Gross Creatures

Animals that eat their own poop. Animals that shoot venom from their rear ends. Animals that live and stroll across your face while you sleep. Welcome to a world that is as disgusting as it is fascinating.
Gross Creatures takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the animal kingdom, introducing creatures that have earned a bad reputation—but deserve a second look. From the Surinam toad, which carries its eggs in holes on its back, to the horned lizard that shoots blood from its eyes; from the dung beetle that navigates by the Milky Way, to the hagfish that produces litres of slime in seconds—each page reveals astonishing survival strategies shaped by millions of years of evolution.
With a perfect balance of scientific accuracy and storytelling flair, this book invites young readers to look beyond first impressions. Because in nature, the most repulsive creatures are often the most marvellous.

Key points

• A captivating non-fiction book that reveals the hidden wonders of nature’s most misunderstood creatures.
• Combines scientific rigor with an engaging, accessible tone perfect for young readers.
• Each double page presents a different animal with surprising facts about defence, feeding, reproduction, and survival.
• Highlights the beauty and ecological importance of animals often considered ‘gross’ or ‘repulsive.’
• A perfect resource for STEM education, biology, and environmental awareness.
• Striking illustrations that bring each creature to life with detail and personality.