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There are 124 species of mammal in Colorado, including black bears, mountain lions, coyotes, deer and elk (not to mention 18 species of bat and 59 species of rodent). Colorado Wildlife is an essential guide for the eco-tourist or the intrepid traveler visiting this state. Created and printed in the USA, and updated in 2012 with a new cover design and a back panel map featuring prominent state-wide wildlife sanctuaries, this guide features detailed color illustrations highlight over 140 familiar species of birds and mammals. Durable and lightweight, it conveniently folds to fit into a pocket when you want to reach for your water bottle, camera or binoculars. This is the one to take on your next Colorado adventure!
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This is the long, catalog/marketing description of the product.Colorado has a broad assortment of ecosystems, including shortgrass prairie, canyons, riverbeds, sagebrush steppe, and alpine meadows. These support a unique assemblage of wildlife, including iconic species like Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Goats, Elk, Pronghorns, Bald Eagles, American Dippers, Mountain Plovers, and Lark Buntings. In total, the Centennial state hosts 14 native mammal species, almost 500 regularly occurring birds, 17 amphibians, and over 50 reptiles. There are also dazzling butterflies like Monarchs, Variegated Fritillaries, and Black Swallowtails. There's lots to learn across Colorado's rugged terrain, and it helps to have a portable reference like Colorado Wildlife to cut through the clutter and get to know the most common and familiar animals. This beautifully illustrated collection features140 species as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 wildlife-viewing hotspots. Laminated for durability, this 12-panel pocket folding guide is the perfect companion for educators, learners, naturalists, and wildlife enthusiasts who wish to identify and deepen their connection with Colorado's fascinating wildlife. Made in the USA.
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Dynamic and in-depth, this reference details more than 140 species of birds and mammals found in Colorado and provides a map featuring prominent, state-wide wildlife sanctuaries. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.
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Colorado Wildlife, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist(tm) series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map identifying prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability.
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Colorado Wildlife is an excellent guide to popular species of mammals, birds, and reptiles found in Colorado. Laminated for durability, and richly illustrated with impeccable detail, these handy guides are a great source of portable information. A state map of parks and sanctuaries completes this reference guide.
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The majestic state mammal and#150; the bighorn sheep and#150; is one of thousands of species of animals inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found throughout the Centennial State. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes and butterflies/insects and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent wildlife-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. 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.