Focusing on common and iconic birds of north-western North America, this pocket guide provides identification tips and ideal locations for birdwatching. While some species may require visits to national parks or conservation areas, many can be spotted in local backyards or green spaces. The guide encourages readers to connect with the avian species in their surroundings, enhancing their appreciation of the natural landscape.
Focusing on common and iconic birds of northeastern North America, this pocket guide provides identification tips and insights on where to spot these species. It encourages exploration, from national parks to local green spaces, highlighting the accessibility of birdwatching. With an emphasis on the birds that inhabit our surroundings, readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the avian life they encounter daily.
Featuring 318 notable bird species of Washington, this field guide combines beautiful illustrations with insightful text to facilitate easy identification. It caters to both beginners and experienced birders, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in avian wildlife.
Whales and Other Marine Mammalls of Atlantic Canada is much more than a field guide to the 34 species of whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals and otters - it opens a window into the behavior of these incredibly complex and social creatures, illuminates the latest findings in whales have made on our culture, from qncient legion to modern mythology. It also includes tips on whale watching and a map of the best whale-watching sites in Atlantic Canada.
The mighty polar bear. The plucky beaver. The majestic caribou. These iconic animals are etched in our national consciousness (and on our coins), but they represent only a small fraction of the amazing variety of mammals found in Canada's wild. Lone Pine Publishing, Canada's leading publisher of nature guides, celebrates this diversity with Mammals of Canada. Features include: * 188 species accounts with information about habitat, food, young, den, range and similar species * Colour-coded header bars and quick reference guide to make finding information fast and easy * Beautiful illustrations and photographs * Range maps * ''Did you know'' facts * Detailed descriptions of our natural regions * Tips on watching mammals * Canada's top mammal-watching sites. * Whether you are a naturalist, a photographer, a wildlife enthusiast or simply appreciate the great outdoors, this book will become a vital reference in your natural history library.
Most of us are familiar with the neighborhood squirrels that flit from tree to tree, scamper along the top of fences or quarrel with bluejays over peanuts left out in the back yard. The squirrels of North America are a diverse group of mammals, however, that range from ground-dwelling squirrels living in tremendous underground colonies to flying squirrels that sail from tree to tree silently in the night. Whether you are deep in the wilderness of a national park or simply watching the wildlife in your backyard, this book will help identify and understand each species of squirrel you encounter.
Learn about more than 300 species of Michigan birds in fascinating detail. Descriptions of each bird, illustrations and range maps help you identify birds and understand their habits. A checklist helps you keep a list of your birding accomplishments.