Daniel K. Riskin est un biologiste de l'évolution et une personnalité de la télévision canadien dont le travail explore les coins les plus sombres du monde naturel. Sa fascination pour la biologie, en particulier pour les chauves-souris, s'est éveillée très tôt, le conduisant à de vastes travaux de terrain sur plusieurs continents. À travers ses écrits, il met en lumière pour les lecteurs les aspects intrigants et souvent négligés de la faune. Le style de Riskin se caractérise par une profonde curiosité et une capacité à découvrir des histoires incroyables de survie et d'adaptation dans la nature.
Using the seven deadly sins as a road map, Riskin offers dozens of jaw-dropping examples that illuminate how brutal nature can truly be and shows ways this deadly world has shaped us as humans and what our responsibilities are to this terrible, wonderful planet we call home.
A sweet, fun, and informative picture book about bat echolocation for kids 3-7. Written by a scientist who works with bats in his everyday life!It’s time for Fiona the fruit bat to take her very first flight, but she’s scared. How will she fly when she can’t see in the dark? Mama just says, “listen.” But how will listening help her to see? Then she hears a mysterious sound from deep in her cave. To find out what’s making that noise—and to finally fly—Fiona will have to unlock a secret hidden inside herself. Written by biologist and bestselling author Dan Riskin, and rooted in the real-life biology of short-tailed fruit bats, this adorable story features: The fascinating science behind echolocation, including backmatter pages with information on fruit bats from the author. A comforting message to help kids scared of the dark: Alongside Fiona, they’ll learn there’s nothing to be scared of! A celebration of self-confidence and independence: Shows readers the amazing things they can accomplish all on their own.Accompanied by delightful illustrations from Rachel Qiuqi, Fiona the Fruit Bat is a touching tale about overcoming the fear of new experiences and finding the courage to listen to your own voice.