An Unnatural History of Britain: A Journey In Search of Our Non-Native Species - Hardcover

‘It wasn’t just cats on the prowl. There were other animals that seemed too exotic or dangerous to go unnoticed and some were not simply surviving but thriving. Mammals such as the wild boar, once driven to extinction but now reestablished following escapes and illegal releases; a colony of yellow-tailed scorpions that have scuttled since Victorian times; wallabies, as far away from their native range as they could possibly get, bouncing around dale and moor … How exciting would it be to go and try to see some of them for myself?’

Many are unaware that scorpions, Aesculapian snakes, eagle owls, wallabies, and many more unusual non-native species are living and breeding in the British Isles – but here they are.

What this book offers:

• A journey across Britain: Nature writer Kevin Parr travels the length and breadth of the country.
• Rare creatures uncovered: Discover the fascinating world of non-native species thriving in unexpected places.
• Myths and folklore explored: Learn about the stories and legends that surround these creatures.

In An Unnatural History of Britain, Kevin Parr invites readers to join him in seeking out these extraordinary animals and uncovering the secrets of their existence.