Our Time on Earth

Our Time on Earth: Animal Lifespans from the Mayfly to the Immortal Jellyfish by Lily Murray, with stunning illustrations by Jesse Hodgson . This beautiful non-fiction picture book is an uplifting and eye-opening exploration of the animal kingdom, celebrating creatures big and small and their unique journeys through life. We are all on Earth for a fleeting moment, yet no two lives are the same . From the delicate mayfly, which lives for just a few precious hours, to the death-defying immortal jellyfish that can regenerate to its birth state, this book takes you on a fascinating journey from the shortest to the longest life spans on the planet . Learn about the incredible monarch butterfly, the mysterious axolotl, the grand Galápagos tortoise, and many more in this beautifully illustrated celebration of biodiversity.