Queens of the Jungle
Carly Anne York, Neon Squid
Illustrated by Kimberlie Clinthorne-Wong
Ages 8 to 10
09 May 2024Imprint: Neon Squid
Synopsis
Discover the coolest females animals in the natural world with biologist Dr Carly Anne York.
Male lions are often referred to as the “Kings of the Jungle” because they are thought to be the strongest, bravest, and fiercest animals in the world. This is a myth. In fact, it’s the lionesses that are out hunting together and taking down large animals...
Details
09 May 2024128 pages
9781838993368Imprint: Neon Squid
Reviews
STARRED REVIEW “It’s all about girl power,” York writes – referring to elephant families, but really applying the notion to dozens of animals as she highlights a wide array of female-led group dynamics, reproductive practices, and parental behaviours... Revelatory reading for audiences of every gender. Kirkus
"A welcome intervention to the non-fiction catalogue. An engaging, accessible, and highly recommended purchase for libraries."School Library Journal
