Books

American marine biologist Sylvia Earle tells us why she’s passionate about our oceans and marine life.

Take a closer look at the animals and plants that inhabit our world, with our picks of the best wildlife photography books.

Fascinated by foxes? Enjoy these books exploring the world of this marvellous mammal.

Read our reviews of the best fungi books, including Merlin Sheldrake’s award-winning Entangled Life to Aliya Whiteley’s exploration of The Secret Life of Fungi.

Introduce children to our feathery friends with these delightful books on birds, from picture books for younger readers to a novel for young teens.

Take a dive into the watery depths of our oceans, soar over the waves, or explore fascinating rock pools on the coastline, with this wide range of books on marine and coastal wildlife.

In the UK, blackberries are our most foraged fruit; the tradition of going out blackberry picking brings together all ages (as do the pies and crumbles they’re often turned into).

Rewilding has become a more popular concept in recent years, with a number of rewilding projects being implemented by farmers and conservation charities. Learn more about the topic with these books, reviewed for BBC Wildlife Magazine.

Birdwatcher and writer Marianne Taylor explains which species are regularly seen here, and their various feeding methods.

Elder has made the slow journey from protective mother-spirit to often being deemed as a hedgerow and garden weed, fit only to be sawn down.

Get children buzzing with excitement and a love for insects and other invertebrates with this selection of fantastic books.

The conservationist, master falconer and author discusses how his life changed from dealing drugs to setting up his own sanctuary for animals and people.

We look at the variety of wildlife gardening books on the market and share some of our favourites.

Thinking of heading out and picking some wild foods? Be guided by the experts and discover our pick of the best books on foraging.

Browse our list of recommended books for getting active and taking notice of wildlife and the world around us.

Discover how to make the most of nature’s well-stocked larder and find wild food in a wildlife-friendly way.

Looking for some gift inspiration for a wildlife-mad teenager? Discover a selection of nature books to encourage their love for the natural world.

Reading nature books with children is a great way to encourage an interest in wildlife. Books can introduce new species, places, words and concepts, and it's a great way to spend time together as a family.

From the captivating secrets of flies, to the bizarre and wonderful process of metamorphosis, discover a wide range of titles on insects and invertebrates by naturalists and scientists.