The Chart & Map Shop

The Chart & Map Shop The world's most awesome peddler of maps, charts and books plus loads of other stuff vaguely related

In Canada, the wood frog (Rana sylvatica) has a remarkable winter strategy. It can freeze solid, with its heart and brea...
18/03/2026

In Canada, the wood frog (Rana sylvatica) has a remarkable winter strategy. It can freeze solid, with its heart and breathing stopping entirely. When temperatures rise, it thaws out and quietly resumes its normal life, no drama, just one of nature’s more understated survival feats.

The walking palm, Socratea exorrhiza, is native to the rainforests of Central and South America, including Costa Rica, E...
12/03/2026

The walking palm, Socratea exorrhiza, is native to the rainforests of Central and South America, including Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama and Colombia.

Here’s the strange part. It doesn’t just stand still. With its spindly, stilt-like roots, it can slowly “walk” toward better sunlight. As new roots grow toward brighter light and older ones die off, the tree subtly shifts position over time, just a few centimetres a year.

09/03/2026

Love cooking by the fire? We’ve got five awesome outdoor cookbooks packed with smoky recipes that taste better simply because you made them under the open sky.

Want to learn something new this year? Start here 📌
07/03/2026

Want to learn something new this year? Start here 📌

This is Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela, famous for the Catatumbo lightning that lights up the sky almost 260 nights a year ...
04/03/2026

This is Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela, famous for the Catatumbo lightning that lights up the sky almost 260 nights a year ⚡. For centuries sailors used these nightly storms as a natural lighthouse to navigate the waters.

Did you know Mount Everest is not actually the tallest mountain on Earth? 🏔️That title belongs to Mauna Kea. Measured fr...
26/02/2026

Did you know Mount Everest is not actually the tallest mountain on Earth? 🏔️

That title belongs to Mauna Kea. Measured from its base on the Pacific Ocean floor to its summit, Mauna Kea rises over 10,000 metres, with more than 4,000 metres hidden underwater. Everest, by comparison, is the highest mountain above sea level, reaching just under 9,000 metres.

Everest wins on altitude. Mauna Kea wins on sheer size. Geography loves a technicality.

Spice up your cooking this year with Paon: an authentic Balinese cookbook packed with incredible recipes straight from B...
23/02/2026

Spice up your cooking this year with Paon: an authentic Balinese cookbook packed with incredible recipes straight from Bali’s home kitchens. 🌶️

With over 80 recipes ranging from elaborate ceremonial cuisine, to dishes that rely only on a few simple ingredients, Paon reveals a largely untold story of the island: everyday Bali, modern Bali and agricultural Bali.

Visit us in Fremantle or shop online through the link in bio!

Did you know hippos can’t actually swim? 🦛Despite spending most of their lives in water, hippos are too dense to float. ...
20/02/2026

Did you know hippos can’t actually swim? 🦛

Despite spending most of their lives in water, hippos are too dense to float. Their bodies are packed with heavy bones, so instead of swimming, they walk, run, or bounce along the riverbed. They push off the bottom, glide for a moment, then touch down again, like underwater moonwalkers.

Adventure awaits, spin to start! 🌎ㅤOur beautifully designed globes bring geography to life and inspire travel, learning,...
17/02/2026

Adventure awaits, spin to start! 🌎
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Our beautifully designed globes bring geography to life and inspire travel, learning, and imagination. ✨
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From statement bar globe to timeless classics, we’ve got something for every space.
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Shop globes in-store or online through link in bio.

Did you know there’s an island in Japan where cats outnumber humans? 🐱Tashirojima, or “Cat Island,” is a small island in...
14/02/2026

Did you know there’s an island in Japan where cats outnumber humans? 🐱

Tashirojima, or “Cat Island,” is a small island in Miyagi Prefecture beloved by feline fans. Locals believe cats bring good luck, and you’ll find more meows than people when exploring this island! ✨🐾

New year, new books! 📚 Our shelves are stacked with fresh new reads ready for you to explore. Here's some of our top pic...
11/02/2026

New year, new books! 📚

Our shelves are stacked with fresh new reads ready for you to explore. Here's some of our top picks:

🌿 Human/Nature
An exploration of how and why we think about the natural world the way we do. This contemplative book is for anyone who has ever wondered where they fit in the natural world.

⛅ Clouds
A one-of-a-kind illustrated identification guide to clouds and cloud formations

🌎 How to Survive the Next 100 Years
Learn how to become healthier and happier by reconnecting with nature. The key to avoiding disaster is to work within the natural balance of our beautiful world.

👣 She Shapes History
A series of walking tours and vignettes that celebrate the accomplishments of women who made an impact on the small towns and big cities of Australia.

🦋 A Field Guide to Butterflies of Australia
A comprehensive guide to Australian butterflies covering everything from the Common Jezabel to the gigantic Cairns Birdwing (and everything in-between!).
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