Synopses & Reviews
Familiar species, common plants, and natural phenomena are introduced in these beautifully illustrated guides to nature and the outdoors. Printed on laminated, water-resistant paper in a folded format, Pocket Naturalist® Guides are highly durable for use in the field as each title provides a portable reference to a variety of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, butterflies, and insects. Nature enthusiasts, from the beginner to the seasoned explorer, will relish the abundance of detailed information packed within these handheld guides.
This pocket-sized guide highlights the invasive species that threaten ecosystems and have a damaging impact on the lives of native North American plants and animals. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights more than 90 of the most destructive species of invasive birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and plants, while the text highlights field marks, methods of introduction, and the latest attempts of control.
Synopsis
Alien Invaders may sound like a sci-fi thriller, but the reality is that invasive species are threatening our eco-systems and impacting the lives of our native North American plants and animals. This beautifully illustrated pocket-sized guide highlights over 90 of the most destructive species of invasive birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects and plants. Field marks, method of introduction and methods of control are covered, making this guide an ideal tool for users ranging from gardeners to land management professionals. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great source of portable information. Made in the USA.
Synopsis
Alien Invaders, a pocket-sized guide, highlights the invasive species that are threatening our eco-systems and impacting the lives of our native North American plants and animals. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 90 of the most destructive species of invasive birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects and plants. Field marks, method of introduction and methods of control are covered, making this guide an ideal tool for users ranging from gardeners to land management professionals. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great source of portable information. Made in the USA.
About the Author
Zoologist James Kavanagh has researched and written more than 450 publications pertaining to wildlife observation and outdoor recreation. His unique talent is in taking complex information and synthesizing the salient points to make knowledge about nature and the outdoors more accessible to novices, and to present quick, portable reference information for more experienced wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts. His books have sold more than 5 million copies worldwide.