Synopses & Reviews
The Great Lakes watershed is home to some of North America's most fascinating wildlife and temporary home to millions of migratory birds each year. The seasonal visitor or year round resident will appreciate the lightweight, durable quality of the Great Lakes Wildlife. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects and fishes and includes a map featuring prominent wildlife-viewing hotspots. Made to fold and fit conveniently into a pocket, this guide will be appreciated by the nature enthusiast who wants to learn more about the inhabitants of the Great Lakes most extensive ecosystem.
Synopsis
Great Lakes Wildlife is a practical guide to the most commonly seen birds, reptiles, marine life and mammals in this region. Printed on weatherproof material, this guide offers quick and easy information for the eco-minded tourist or nature lover. A map of wildlife sanctuaries on the back cover completes this publication.
Synopsis
This is the long, catalog/marketing description of the product.There is so much to learn when exploring the Great Lakes Basin, a massive watershed -- the largest freshwater one in the world -- covering a staggering 94,000 square miles. In its southern reaches are animals like Virginia Opossums in hardwood forests; farther north are boreal forests where numerous warbler species nest in the summer. The mixed-wood plains in between have a little bit of everything. Those looking to deepen their connection with the land through learning about local wildlife often need a starting point, and the portable reference Great Lakes Wildlife is the ideal tool for that. It features beautiful illustrations of 140 common and familiar mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, and insects as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 wildlife-viewing hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, this 12-panel folding pocket guide is a wonderful companion for educators, learners, naturalists, birders, and wildlife enthusiasts who wish to identify representative animal species and peer more closely into their fascinating lives. Made in the USA.
Synopsis
Laminated for durability, this profusely illustrated reference surveys more than 140 species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and fishes found in the Great Lakes region and contains a map featuring prominent wildlife-viewing hotspots. It is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.
Synopsis
The Great Lakes watershed is home to thousands of species of animals inhabiting its diverse ecosystems. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes and insects and includes a 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.