You do such a great job of reaching out to kids through videos, KeatingCreature on Twitter, your YouTube Channel: Animals for Smart People, personal appearances, and Skype visits. Lately, I also have a soft spot for nudibranchs! I included one (the Hopkins’ rose nudibranch) in my last book, but there are so many other species that we know so little about! As I mentioned above, it’s the diversity that takes my breath away. I was lucky enough to see one in the wild once, and it’s pretty hard to come away from that experience without believing in magic! Now this is such a hard question! My favorite animal has always been the wolf. The world of animals is so endlessly fascinating, and I now I want to take every opportunity to share it with others, especially young readers.Īll animals are amazing, but do you have a soft spot for one particular animal or species? If so, why? I instantly felt a kinship with them, and as a kid, I wanted to know everything about them.Īs I got older and was able to really get into zoology, my goal shifted. The diversity they represent is so amazing to me-they all live their lives so differently, with different senses, abilities, and environments, yet it works perfectly for them. To me, that sums it all up perfectly.Īs a kid, animals sparked my curiosity, my imagination, and even my creativity.
A physicist I admire once said this: The world is beautiful to look at, but it’s even more beautiful to understand. I wish there was one poignant answer to this question! The truth is, all my life I’ve been enamored with animals. What in your early years inspired you to become a zoologist? In your work, your books, and your online presence, you bring kids and adults closer to the animal kingdom. I was tickled pink to talk to Jess Keating about her work as a zoologist and an author, her favorite animals, and a very cool holiday tradition.
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