Comeback Creatures: Discover the Wild Things Once Thought Extinct? -- Leisa Stewart-Sharpe, Hardcover

Discover animals once thought extinct--found alive and thriving in the wild!

Earth is full of surprises. Every year, thousands of species vanish--gone, presumed extinct, lost forever . . . or are they?

On rare occasions, creatures believed to have disappeared have been rediscovered by scientists and local communities. From the black-footed ferret, thought wiped out by disease until one turned up on a Wyoming porch, to the Pinocchio lizard, a quirky, long-nosed reptile hiding in Ecuador's cloud forests, these comeback stories span the globe.

Comeback Creatures is packed with inspiring tales of animals that beat the odds. It features:
  • Over 50 rediscovered species--from tiny frogs and rare reptiles to giant tortoises and singing dogs.
  • Immersive habitat spreads that explore rainforests, deserts, islands, and oceans.
  • Flip-to-reveal pages uncovering the fascinating story behind each rediscovery.
  • Compendium snapshots highlighting even more species that defied extinction.
  • Tips to become a wildlife detective and protect nature in your own backyard.
  • A helpful glossary to explain key conservation and science terms.

Written by award-winning children's author Leisa Stewart-Sharpe and brought to life with stunning illustrations by Lucy Rose, Comeback Creatures is a hopeful, eye-opening look at conservation and the resilience of nature.

Author: Leisa Stewart-Sharpe
Publisher: Wide Eyed Editions
Published: 9/23/2025
Pages: 80
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.76 lbs
Size: 12.36" H x 10.16" L x 0.55" W
ISBN: 9780711288362

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