Animal fake news

A sharp, hilarious debunking guide that turns animal fake news into an exciting masterclass in critical thinking.​

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The world is full of incredible animal stories, once called urban legends and now known as fake news.

From dolphins in Venice to sewer alligators, these quirky tales spread rapidly on social media, yet science proves them false. Combining biological rigor with engaging storytelling, Bruno Cignini investigates the origins of these myths and dismantles them with facts. Young readers learn to cultivate a scientific eye, debunking age-old superstitions about animals with pure fun.

Key points:

◊ Urban safari​

An “urban safari” told through 15 stories that unveil the wild world hidden in our cities ​

​◊ For animals lovers​

An innovative book for readers interested in the animal kingdom that presents animals in an unusual habitat ​

◊ Illustrated by Andrea Antinori ​

Features artwork by one of the most talented and acclaimed figures in contemporary illustration.​

Rights sold : simplified Chinese 

Awards:

⭐ Green Book Prize

Author & Illustrator

Bruno Cignini (author)​

Zoologist and urban wildlife expert, Bruno Cignini has spent over thirty years studying biodiversity and animal behavior. A frequent scientific expert on popular Italian television shows, he is the author of more than 180 scientific and educational publications, dedicated to bringing nature closer to readers of all ages.​

​Andrea Antinori (illustrator) ​

Trained at ISIA Urbino and Escola Massana Barcelona, he has been illustrating since 2013. ​ A BCBF Illustrators Exhibition selection, he is an Andersen and Shanghai Book Fair winner.​