In
Florida’s Unexpected Wildlife , award-winning author Michael Newton describes exotic species recognized by state wildlife authorities;
extinct
species whose passing is disputed or disproved; various aquatic
monsters
said to occupy Florida’s rivers, lakes, and offshore waters; alien big cats; and the search for the elusive, enigmatic Skunk Ape - a local relative of Bigfoot. Newton’s tales are riveting, and include a six-foot tall emu encountered by a jogger in a subdivision and a
sea serpent
carcass discovered at the mouth of the St. Johns River. The stories are illustrated with photographs and the incomparable paintings of artist William Rebsamen, hailed as the
John James Audubon of cryptozoology.
While
monster hunters
can use
Florida’s Unexpected Wildlife
as a field guide, casual readers can simply enjoy the many fascinating tales and the wealth of evidence collected in this book. Grab your binoculars and enjoy the quest!