Photo : Emilie Vanvolsem (accord avec l'illustratrice)
Animal Poop Exhibition!
Come and discover the work of Emilie Vanvolsem, illustrator at Editions du Ricochet
Bibliothèque Drouot (Paris 9th)
About
Animal poop makes us laugh! Especially when you discover everything there is to know about it!
Droppings, scat, dung, piles... so many surprising names for animal waste. Every animal does its business, but each has its own technique: some do it standing up as soon as they feel the urge, while others prefer to wait for the right moment and place.
This funny and fascinating universe has been illustrated by Émilie Vanvolsem, illustrator at Éditions du Ricochet. As part of the network highlight "Eating and being eaten", the library invites you to discover her work through a small exhibition.
Come explore the surprising world of animal poop and what it teaches us about living things!
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Our take on this event
Forget everything you think you know about nature and discover a fascinating exhibition dedicated entirely to animal droppings. Through clever illustrations and facts, you will explore the surprising biological secrets behind what usually gets ignored in the wild.
Discover the surprisingly funny and educational world of animal scat at the Crottes de bêtes ! exhibition held at the Bibliothèque Drouot. Running from December 1st to December 31st, 2026, this unique showcase features illustrations by Émilie Vanvolsem, published by Éditions du Ricochet. Visitors can explore the diverse biological techniques animals use for their droppings and what these habits reveal about the natural world. As part of the network-wide event Manger et être mangé, this exhibition offers a lighthearted look at biology. Best of all, admission is completely free for all visitors throughout the entire month of December.
The Bibliothèque Drouot invites you to an unconventional exploration of the animal kingdom. Throughout December 2026, the exhibition Crottes de bêtes ! sheds light on the varied terminology and behaviors associated with animal droppings. Through the detailed illustrations of artist Émilie Vanvolsem, the exhibition explains why different species have unique methods for their biological needs, providing insight into the fascinating cycle of life within the context of the Manger et être mangé event series.
Located at 11 rue Drouot in the 9th arrondissement, the exhibition is designed to satisfy the curiosity of both children and adults. You can visit the display during the library's regular operating hours throughout the month. Entry is entirely free, making it an accessible opportunity to learn about nature from a truly unique perspective.
