With its engaging writing and stunning illustrations, this book serves as a delightful companion for your travels. Its portable design makes it easy to carry, ensuring that you can enjoy its content wherever you go. Perfect for those seeking both entertainment and inspiration on their journeys.
With Bird Songs from Around the World, explore the sights and sounds of 200 of the world's most interesting bird species through beautiful full-color illustrations, succinct descriptions, and vivid audio recordings of their songs and calls. Read about and listen to birds from six continents. A beautiful painting illustrates each selection along with concise details about the bird's behavior, environment, and vocalizations. On the built-in digital audio player, hear each bird as it sings or calls in nature with audio of the birds provided by the Macaulay Library at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Bird Songs from Around the World is divided into six chapters, each devoted to a different continent inhabited by birds. As you turn the pages, you'll meet and hear the noisy toucans of South America, the amazing hornbills of Africa and Asia, the secretive kiwis of New Zealand, the song-mimicking lyrebirds of Australia, and many more. Each continent is represented with at least 25 birds. With this gorgeous reference, experience the thrill of bird-watching around the world from wherever you are.
This book brings these insects to life. As well as providing a broad introduction to their natural history, it features profiles of sixty of the most interesting and beautiful species from around the world. Learn about Mountain Malachites, Spectacular Skycruisers, Blue-winged Helicopters, and more.
Most travellers to Belize and Northern Guatemala want to experience lush tropical forests and other stunning habitats and catch glimpses of exotic wildlife: toucans and parrots, hummingbirds and hawks, monkeys and big cats, frogs and toads, crocodiles and snakes. In this book is all the information you need to find, identify, and learn about the region's magnificent animal life. -- Identifying and location information on the most frequently spotted animals. -- Full-color illustrations of more than 500 of Belize’s most common insects, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. -- Up-to-date information on the ecology, behavior, and conservation of the families of profiled animals, and on conservation in Belize and Guatemala. -- Information on habitats of Belize and Northern Guatemala and on the most common plants visitors encounter. -- A section on Belize's famous coral reef and on the underwater animals most divers and snorkelers actually see. -- Brief descriptions of the region's most frequently visited parks and reserves. Easy-to-carry, entertainingly written, beautifully illustrated – you will want to have this book as constant companion on your journey.
An illustrated guide to 336 dragonfly and damselfly species of eastern North America - from the rivers of Manitoba to the Florida cypress swamps. It features hundreds of color photos that depict various species found in the region, detailed line drawings to help in-hand identification, and a color distribution map for various species.
Exploring the world through birdwatching, this guide offers practical tips for travelers seeking avian adventures. It covers essential locations for birding, best practices for observing and identifying species, and insights into the natural habitats of various birds. With a focus on both novice and experienced birdwatchers, the book emphasizes the joy of connecting with nature while providing valuable resources for planning trips and enhancing the birdwatching experience.
Florida's natural attractions are highlighted in this full-color handbook, guiding travelers beyond the typical beach experience. It showcases a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, bird-watching, fishing, and boating. Key locations such as the Everglades National Park and vibrant coral reefs are featured, along with opportunities to encounter exotic wildlife, making it an essential resource for nature enthusiasts seeking adventure in the Sunshine State.
Travellers go to Florida for sun, sand, surf and visits to the state’s world famous theme parks, but increasingly also to explore Florida’s incredible natural attractions: stunning subtropical scenery, wonderful walking and bird-watching trails, exceptional fishing, boating, and canoeing, the wet wilderness of Everglades National Park, continental US’s only coral reefs, and glimpses of exotic wildlife. This book has all the information you need to find, identify, and learn about Florida’s magnificent animal, plant, and sea life.
The Cancun Region, Yucatan Peninsula, Oaxaca, Chiapas, and Tabasco
Focusing on the diverse ecosystems of Southern Mexico, this guide serves as an essential resource for ecotravellers. It provides detailed information on identifying and learning about various species, including insects, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, as well as plant and sea life. With its comprehensive insights, readers can deepen their understanding of the region's rich biodiversity.