Riddle Time—Put Your Antennae Up, People!
I sneak, I peek, I scuttle and crawl,
Hiding my loot in the grasses so tall.
I shimmer in sunshine, with wings open wide.
Guess who I am, where do I hide?
Give up? Thought so. We’re talking insects, the original tiny influencers of Planet Earth.
Spotlight on “Photo Ark Insects: Butterflies, Bees, and Kindred Creatures”
When the western world grounded globetrotters everywhere in 2020, National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore said, “Fine, world—if I can’t fly, I’ll zoom in.” What emerged is a book that’s basically Vogue for the six-legged set.
• 100+ species strike a pose against stark black or white backdrops—think high-contrast mugshots, but for bugs.
• Expect jeweled eyes, electric colors, and enough legs to host a Rockettes kickline.
• Yes, there’s a spider that purrs. No, you can’t keep it as a pet (nice try).
Current stats for the curious:
• Price: $27.90 (less than dinner and a movie, and the popcorn never ends).
• Rating: 4.8 stars from 136 reviewers who now inspect their porch lights with opera glasses.
Why Your Coffee Table Needs This Book
- Teachers: One flip of the page and your students will voluntarily Google “chrysalis.”
- Parents: Inspire your mini David Attenborough without unleashing actual crickets in the living room.
- You, glorious adult: Because doom-scrolling is so 2024, and beetle couture is forever.
Display it, gift it, or keep it handy for your next Zoom call—instant icebreaker: “Care to see a beetle that resembles a disco ball?”
Pause and ponder that while we take a closer look at a spectacular book that’s all about the vibrant world of insects. National Geographic’s 'Photo Ark Insects: Butterflies, Bees, and Kindred Creatures' is a delightful visual journey crafted by photographer Joel Sartore. Following a change in travel plans due to the pandemic, Sartore turned to his own backyard, discovering the beauty of bugs that often go unnoticed. With over 100 species captured through his lens, this volume reveals enchanting details about creatures we might see every day.
Discover the Beauty of Insects
This beautifully illustrated volume is perfect for educators looking to spark curiosity in the classroom, nature lovers eager to learn, or parents wanting to inspire their little ones with the wonders of the natural world. Whether shared during a backyard exploration, used as a captivating decoration, or as a gift for budding entomologists, it’s destined to ignite imaginations.
Explore the Photo Ark Collection
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Now go forth and let something buggy—but in the best possible way—crawl into your heart.
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