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Synopsis
Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest is a compact, beautifully illustrated guide packed with descriptions and photographs of more than 200 butterfly species. The geographic range includes Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, Idaho, and northern California. The species profiles include color photographs, common and Latin names, a short description, and notes on habitat and range. The book includes information on ecology and conservation and tips on how to view butterflies. Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest is for outdoor adventurers, butterfly collectors, and anyone wishing to learn more about the region's diverse butterfly population.
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Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest is a compact yet complete and beautifully illustrated guide to the more than 200 butterfly species in Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, western Idaho, and northern California. The species profiles include color photographs, common and Latin names, definitive descriptions, and thorough notes on habitat and range. The book offers up-to-date information on butterfly ecology and conservation and tips on how to find and view them. Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest is for outdoor adventurers, butterfly watchers, gardeners, and collectors, and anyone wishing to learn more about the region's diverse butterfly fauna.
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A comprehensive field guide to the butterflies of the Pacific Northwest from renowned experts
Easy to use and beautifully illustrated with more than 600 color photographs and nearly 200 maps, Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest is a must-have for nature lovers in Washington, Oregon, western Idaho, northern California, and British Columbia. The profiles include preferred common name for both genus and species, type locality, conservation status, the look and distinguishing traits of each butterfly, the preferred foodplants and nectar plants, habitat and range, and much more. Additional information includes a brief introduction to how butterflies work and details on ecology and conservation.
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A must-have for nature lovers in the Pacific Northwest Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest is an easy-to-use and beautifully illustrated field guide to more than 200 of the region's most common and distinctive butterflies. Profiles include preferred common name for both genus and species, conservation status, the look and distinguishing traits of each butterfly, habitat and range, and much more. Additional information includes a brief introduction to how butterflies work and details on ecology and conservation.
- Covers Washington, Oregon, western Idaho, northern California, and British Columbia
- 17 illustrative plates for comparing and identifying species
- Nearly 200 range maps
- Clear color-coded layout
- Essential reference for nature enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels
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Ideal for birders, hikers, and foragers, the Timber Press Field Guides are the perfect tools for loving where you live. Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest is a comprehensive field guide to the region's most common and distinctive butterflies. Profiles include preferred common name for both genus and species, conservation status, the look and distinguishing traits of each butterfly, habitat, and range, and much more. Additional information includes a brief introduction to how butterflies work and details on ecology and conservation.
- Covers Washington, Oregon, western Idaho, northern California, and British Columbia
- Describes and illustrates 200 of the most common and distinctive butterflies
- 712 spectacular photographs, 200 range maps, and 17 illustrative plates for comparing and identifying species
- Clear color-coded layout