Marianne Taylor

Marianne Taylor is a writer, illustrator, and wildlife photographer. She’s written more than twenty nature books for adults and children, many illustrated with her own artwork or photographs. She also writes for Birdwatch, the Independent, BBC Wildlife, Country Life, Nature’s Home, and The Lady.


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How Birds Work
An Illustrated Guide to the Wonders of Form and Function—from Bones to Beak
by Marianne Taylor
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How Birds Work goes beyond the typical field guide to show us not only what birds look like but why. Why do many owls have asymmetrical ear openings? (Hint: It helps them pinpoint prey; see page 40.) And why does … Continue reading →

How Insects Work
An Illustrated Guide to the Wonders of Form and Function—from Antennae to Wings
by Marianne Taylor
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How Insects Work goes beyond the typical field guide to show us not only what insects look like but why. Arguably the most successful land animals—still going strong after five mass extinctions—insects have evolved a spectacular array of real-life superpowers … Continue reading →