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Some of the most vibrant colors and patterns in the Animal Kingdom
are found among butterflies. Gawdy swallowtails, exquisite
gossamer-wings, and a multitude of eye-catching brushfoots are
particular standouts, though plenty of whites, sulphurs,
metalmarks, and skippers are also adorned with splendid markings.
Flowering plants across North America attract some 700 butterfly
species as well as thousands of moths, bees, wasps, flies, and
beetles, not to mention some hummingbirds and bats. The portable
reference is a handy tool for those wishing to deepen their
understanding of butterflies and other colorful pollinators. It
features beautiful illustrations of 70 familiar butterflies and
moths as well as some especially common larvae and pupae. Also
included are notes on life cycles and other common pollinators.
Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket
guide is a terrific resource for educators, learners, naturalists,
and gardeners. Made in the USA.
The familiar magpie is one of over 200 of species of birds
inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found throughout the Calgary
region. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140
familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring prominent
bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight,
pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable
information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents
alike.
Michigan Birds, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist(tm) series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability. (31/2 X 81/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81/4, color illustrations, map)
Georgia roadsides have embraced the wildflower philosophy and show
off spectacular wildflower meadows along the highways and byways.
As you travel the Peach State take along Georgia Trees and
Wildflowers, the perfect pocket-sized, folding nature guide. This
beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species
of familiar trees, shrubs and wildflowers. A map featuring
prominent state-wide botanical sanctuaries has been conveniently
included. Laminated for durability, this handy guide will be
appreciated by visitors to Georgia as well as residents.
Wilderness Survival is a laminated, folding 12-panel guide to
staying alive if you are ever lost or immobilized in the
wilderness. Includes basic first aid, information on building a
shelter, signaling for help, foraging for food and water, making a
fire, avoiding outdoor hazards like animal encounters and dangerous
weather, and basic navigation.
Some wild edible plants have poisonous look-alikes, and it is
important to know the difference when harvesting. Edible Wild
Plants is a simplified guide to familiar and widespread species of
edible berries, nuts, leaves and roots found in North America. This
beautifully illustrated guide identifies over 100 familiar species
and includes information on how to harvest their edible parts. It
also includes a section on dangerous poisonous plants to avoid that
have contact poisons that can blister skin. This convenient guide
is an ideal, portable source of practical information and ideal for
field use. Made in the USA.
East Africa is home to nearly 1,400 species of birds, making it one
of the premier international destinations for birdwatchers. Nature
lovers visiting the region's forests, wetlands, marshes, deserts
and coastlines will find a variety of unique birds including
snake-eating eagles, elegant flamingos and the world's largest
bird, the ostrich. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights
over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring
prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this
lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of
portable information and ideal for field use on safari. Made in the
USA.
From the Gulf beaches to the lower Appalachian mountains, it's no
surprise that Alabama harbors a diversity of wildlife ranging from
shore crabs and salamanders to the majestic state mammal, the black
bear. Alabama Wildlife is a beautifully illustrated guide that
highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of birds, mammals,
reptiles, amphibians, fishes, seashore creatures and
butterflies/insects. An ecoregion map also features the state's
most prominent wildlife-viewing areas. Laminated for durability,
this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source
of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and
resident alike. Made in the USA.
Perhaps the top wildlife viewing area on earth, the legendary game
reserves of the Serengeti and Maasai Mara attract millions of
tourists each year seeking an unparalleled opportunity to view a
vast array of wildlife in their natural habitat. ?This beautifully
illustrated guide highlights over 120 familiar and unique species
of mammals, birds and reptiles the area is famous for. Laminated
for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an
excellent source of portable information is the ideal, quick
reference to use when bouncing around in a Land Rover on safari.
Made in the USA.
The Cornhusker State is an undulating plain that slopes gradually
from northwest to southwest with semiarid high plains and over
2,000 lakes and is the permanent or migratory home of 455 species
of birds including the state bird -- the Western meadowlark. This
beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and
unique species and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent
bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight,
pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable
information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents
alike. Made in the USA.
Prince Edward Island Fishes is a simplified reference to the most
common species of freshwater and nearshore fish found in the
maritime province. The handy reference guide highlights native and
introduced species that inhabit its lakes, rivers, and shores in a
beautifully illustrated 12-panel waterproof, folding guide. It
provides descriptions of fish anatomy, a key to field marks, a
watershed map, and conservation status. Prince Edward Island Fishes
is a perfect source of portable information and ideal for field use
by beginners and experts alike.
Emergency First Aid, 3rd Edition, is a reference guide on how to
recognize and respond to common medical emergencies. It will allow
the user to check for vital signs and assess the severity of
medical emergencies and when to call for help, how to care for
victims until medical help arrives, or what to do if a situation
requires immediate response (e.g., choking, emergency childbirth).
In an emergency, it will quickly and simply instruct you of what
you can do to help. Made in the USA.www.waterfordpress.com
Brazil has one of the richest bird diversities in the world, with a
total of 1,901 species, 270 of which are endemic. This beautifully
illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species
and includes a map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas.
Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding
guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for
field use by visitors and residents alike.
Newfoundland & Labrador Fishes is a simplified reference to the
most common species of freshwater and nearshore fish found in the
Canadian province. The handy reference guide highlights native and
introduced species that inhabit its lakes, rivers, and shores in a
beautifully illustrated 12-panel waterproof, folding guide. It
provides descriptions of fish anatomy, a key to field marks, a
watershed map, and conservation status. Newfoundland & Labrador
Fishes is a perfect source of portable information and ideal for
field use by beginners and experts alike.
"I think that I shall never see, a poem lovely as a tree." The
poet, Joyce Kilmer understood the beauty of our sturdy
environmental companions. Trees is the essential pocket-sized,
folding guide to familiar North American trees. This beautifully
illustrated guide Identifies over 140 familiar species organized by
family. Created and printed in the USA, this guide was updated in
2012 with a new cover design and updated species selection. The
quality of our environment - the air, soil and water - depends on
trees. Durable and lightweight, this guide is the one to keep with
you on your next outdoor adventure.
This portable and beautifully illustrated guide to Hawaii Birds. It
features 140 common and familiar species and includes an ecoregion
map showing over 20 bird-finding hotspots and learning sites.
Laminated for durability, It also includes Hawaiian names of
species where available.
Shorebirds and seabirds found on the east coast are truly world
globetrotters with migration routes that span oceans and
continents. New Jersey Shorebirds is the ideal reference guide for
the seasonal visitor or resident to identify commonly seen birds
along the coast of eastern North America. This beautifully
illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species and a map
featuring prominent coastal birding hotspots. Printed on waterproof
paper for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide
is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field
use by birders of all ages. Made in the USA.
The spectacular Cape Cod coastline encompasses a variety of diverse
habitats that are home to thousands of species of plants and
animals. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140
familiar and unique species of birds, mammals, reptiles,
amphibians, nearshore fishes, seashore creatures, seashells and
plants. It also includes a map featuring prominent wildlife-viewing
areas. On waterproof paper, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding
guide is an ideal source of portable information and ideal for
field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.
Appalachian Trail Trees & Wildflowers is the go-to resource for
anyone interested in the plants found along the 2,175-mile-long
Appalachian National Scenic Trail. This beautifully illustrated
guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and also
includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent botanical sanctuaries
along the trail. Laminated for durability, this lightweight,
pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable
information and ideal for field use by hikers of all ages. Made in
the USA.
When tracking animals in Africa, guides rely on spoor (tracks and
dung) to let them know where and when animals are present. African
Animal Tracks is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for nature
enthusiasts wanting to learn more about the science of tracking
many of these nocturnal species. Beautiful illustrations highlight
more than 80 species and their signs. Laminated for durability,
this lightweight guide is a great source of portable information
and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike. Made in the
USA.
Compact yet comprehensive, The Nature of Alaska takes novice
naturalists through an easy-to-read basic explanation of species,
field identification tips, the evolution of animals and plants,
Alaska's geography, ecosystems and climate, before delving into
more detailed species identification. Exhaustively researched,
beautifully illustrated throughout and organized into color-coded
sections, The Nature of Alaska highlights over 300 common and
unique plants, animals, and the state's outstanding natural
attractions. Each listing is accompanied by a detailed full-color
drawing, the species' common and scientific name, its size, a
simple description and an indication of its habitat. Brief comments
provide more information on each species and assist in further
identification. A section at the back of the book includes maps and
descriptions of Alaska's various regions, and then listings of the
major natural attractions within each of those regions. Hikes and
scenic drives are also described, along with accompanying maps and
tips - and a handy checklist at the very back allows enthusiasts to
keep track of the species they have personally observed.
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R398
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