Habitats of North America: A Field Guide for Birders, Naturalists, and Ecologists (Habitats of the World)

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Synopsis
A richly illustrated field guide to all of North America&’s major habitats—packed with invaluable information to help you get the most out of your outdoor adventuresWhether you&’re a birder, naturalist, outdoor enthusiast, or ecologist, knowing the surrounding habitat is essential to getting the most out of your experiences in the field. This compact, easy-to-use guide provides an unparalleled treatment of the wonderfully diverse habitats of North America. Incisive and up-to-date descriptions cover the unique features of each habitat, from geology and climate to soil and hydrology. Requiring no scientific background, Habitats of North America offers quick and reliable information for anyone who wants a deeper understanding and appreciation of the habitats around them.Covers 81 major North American habitats, including wetlands and oceanic habitatsFeatures hundreds of color photos of habitats and their wildlife, a wealth of helpful diagrams and illustrations, and a detailed distribution map for each land habitatConcise text provides all the information you need to identify and understand habitats anywhere in North America quickly and accuratelyDiscusses iconic and indicator species of birds, mammals, and plantsIncludes an in-depth section on habitat classification—invaluable for ecologistsRepresentative habitat accounts describe what you can expect to see and experience thereFormatted like a field guide for easy reference
Copyright:
2025

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
376 Pages
ISBN-13:
9780691245164
Related ISBNs:
9780691245065
Publisher:
Princeton University Press
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Phil Chaon, Iain Campbell, and Ben Knoot
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Reference, Travel, Animals, Outdoors and Nature, Earth Sciences
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Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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