Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
This beautifully illustrated book features:
* 125 species of fish found in lakes, rivers & streams of the Rocky Mtns
* full-color illustrations
* range map & information on feeding, spawning & status of population
*best sites for viewing
*provides tips on how best to observe fish and identify
*glossary that defines most inportant terms
Synopsis
he Rockies are known worldwide for their sparkling clear lakes and fast-flowing rivers and streams. Fish are the unknown denizens of the deep, darting among shore vegetation or lurking in the bast depths. The fish found in the Rocky Mountains range from the large Lake Sturgeon to the tiny Red Shiner, and from the hardy Fathead Minnow to the sensitive Bull Trout. This engagingly illustrated book describes the life histories of 68 of the most common or interesting species, and an additional 53 species are described briefly in an appendix. Tips are provided on how to identify and view these amazing fishes, along with conservation issues and maps indicating the best fishing holes in each state and province. Naturalists, fishwatchers, students and avid anglers will find this book very helpful.
Synopsis
This beautifully illustrated book features 68 species of fish found in the lakes, rivers and streams of North America's majestic Rocky Mountains. Each account includes a full-colour illustration by respected Canadian nature illustrator and landscape artist Ian Sheldon, as well as a range map and information on feeding, spawning, status of the population, similar species, and best sites for viewing. A further 53 species found in Rocky Mountain waters are described briefly in an appendix. The book provides tips on how best to observe fish while an easy-to-follow key will help with identification. You'll find a glossary that defines many important terms. The extensive and well-illustrated introduction answers many of the questions you might have about the fish and their mountain environment.