The adorable ladybug is one of hundreds of species of invertebrates found in and around your home. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of beetles, bugs, spiders, flies, aquatic insects and everything in-between. Also identifies the differences between different types of invertebrates, the eight major groups of insects and tips on identifying species in the field. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information for novices and experts alike. Made in the USA.www.waterfordpress.com
Zoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh’s path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.
One of the most spectacular natural events of the year is the spring wildflower bloom
in the deserts of the American Southwest. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and also includes an ecoregion map featuring ...
Most of our plants are pollinated by bees. Approximately 50% of the managed bee population
has been killed off in the last 10 years and colony collapse disorder continues to endanger our honey bee population. Along with bees, butterflies, beetles, ...
What distinguishes a bird of prey? They have exceptionally good vision, a sharp, hooked beak,
and powerful feet with curved, sharp talons for grasping prey. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 50 familiar species of vultures, eagles, falcons, kites, hawks ...
The state flower, the Rocky Mountain Columbine, is one of thousands of species of plants
growing in the diverse ecosystems found throughout Colorado. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of trees, shrubs and wildflowers and ...
There are 8,000 snakebites in the US every year. Plant ingestion results in 63,000 calls
to national poison centers annually. This guide identifies some of the most feared and dangerous North American species of animals and plants and its purpose ...
Dragonflies and damselflies are large-winged insects that are usually found in the vicinity of water.
Impressive fliers – they can fly forward, backward, glide and hover -they feed on insects they capture on their wing. Despite their large size and ...
Missouri is the permanent or migratory home of 428 species of birds, including the state
bird, the eastern bluebird. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated ...
The Tarheel State is the permanent or migratory home of 473 species of birds, including
the state bird, the northern cardinal. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent bird-viewing ...
