Publisher's Synopsis
From the thunderous movement of Africa's great herds of wildebeest and zebra across the Serengeti to a sea turtle hatchling crawling toward the ocean, animal migrations are some of the world's most inspiring phenomena. The trials faced by these animals and the distances they travel are an essential reminder of the delicate balance of earth's ecosystems. Revised and updated to feature a plethora of new images, Art Wolfe's Migrations: Wildlife in Motion draws the reader into the energy, motion, and enduring spirit of life on this planet. The stunning images convey the primordial stirrings that prompt a flock of snow geese to head south, monarch butterflies to bejewel a forest, or a colony of Indiana bats to snuggle in tight hibernation. Showcasing startling multitudes of fastdisappearing animals as they make seasonal journeys through their world and ours, Wolfe's photographs carry a message of both celebration and conservation. Supplementary text provides fascinating backstories about the animals and gives insight into the photographer's quest to record them. Kenya, Japan, South Georgia Island, Trinidad, the Canadian Arctic, and the Ozarks are among the backdrops for Wolfe's dramatic artistry as he displays large animal populations in motion around the globe. Through his lens, we glimpse the beauty of their trek, the splendor of the patterns they create, and the wonder of the cycles they are compelled to repeat.
