The magical world of J.K. Rowling's Fantastic Beasts meets the real experts of the world-famous Natural History Museum, in a stunning exhibition dedicated to the wonders of nature, science, and adventure – and their fantastical counterparts from the world of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts. The book Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature is the official book inspired by this impressive exhibition, shedding light on creatures in all their fantastical forms.

Inspired by Newt Scamander, this beautiful full-color book invites the whole family to explore the sources and connections between the magic of J.K. Rowling's creatures and the amazing real wildlife that has roamed our earth, seas, and skies throughout history.

Get ready to study ancient maps of sea monsters, naturalists' notes filled with intricately drawn chameleons and caterpillars, as well as dinosaurs like the mighty Dracorex Hogwartsia, the ‘King of Dragons of Hogwarts’. The Natural History Museum houses one of the best collections in the world – around 80 million animals, plants, minerals, rocks, and fossils.

These scientific exhibits sit alongside stunning art of J.K. Rowling's magical creatures, intriguing objects and accessories from the Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter films, and breathtaking wildlife photography. Readers are invited to encounter unicorns and merpeople, Nifflers and Bowtruckles, pythons and tigers, and to observe their incredible and endlessly amazing behaviors.

Each chapter begins with an original essay by a renowned author, environmental expert, or natural history scientist, offering their unique perspective on the exhibition. Inspiring and immersive, this book exudes the true magic and grandeur of nature in all its numerous forms. Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature inspires us to protect our precious planet – an essential book for Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts fans of all ages, young explorers, and readers who are unable to visit the exhibition in person.