Book cover for Jellyfish: Drifters of the Deep by Silvia Lazzarino

Jellyfish

Drifters of the Deep

2026 Released
56 Pages
1 Hours
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Orca Book PublishersISBN 9781459843820
Translated by Lawrence Schimel

Over 600 million years ago, long before dinosaurs and many animals we know today, jellyfish were already swimming in the waters.

Until recently, they were thought to be plants. Now we know that these marine animals are strong swimmers, use their tentacles to hunt several prey at once and can even produce their own bioluminescence. Due to their ability to easily adapt to different environments, jellyfish have evolved and thrived despite pollution, overfishing and a rise in water temperature.

Inspired by the author's childhood experience snorkeling with her aunt who was a science teacher, Jellyfish: Drifters of the Deep explores fascinating jellyfish facts, including information on their various species, anatomy, life cycles, venom, hunting strategies and more. Dance among tentacles and discover the mysteries of jellyfish!

Silvia Lazzarino

Silvia Lazzarino is a Chilean and Italian interdisciplinary artist. She has degrees in biology and design as well as certificates in science communication and natural science illustration. She writes, illustrates and designs books and other graphic products about nature. She also teaches natural science illustration and science communication for both adults and children in universities, bookstores, schools, museums and festivals. Silvia has published three books: Misteriosas Medusas, Sueño Animal and Ciudad Silvestre. Silvia lives in the south of Chile, where she works in her studio immersed in the temperate forest.

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