Synopses & Reviews
The state marine mammal and#150; the humpback whale and#150; is one of thousands of species of animals inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found thoughout the Aloha State. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, seashore creatures and butterflies/insects and includes an habitat 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.
Synopsis
Comprehensive and practical, this pocket reference explores more than 140 familiar species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies, insects, and fishes found in Hawaii. Complete with a map featuring statewide wildlife sanctuaries and laminated for durability, this indispensable pamphlet is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.
Synopsis
As a remote archipelago far offshore in the Pacific Ocean, Hawaii hosts a unique and varied assemblage of animals, making it a living laboratory full of intrigue and exciting opportunities for exploration and study. The varied terrain supports major habitats like coastal shrublands, lowland dry forests, montane wet forests, bogs, and shore cliffs. These are home to many endemic birds, one endemic mammal -- Hawaiian Hoary Bat -- and thousands of unique insects. When beginning to explore such a biodiverse assemblage of life forms, it helps to have a starting point like the portable reference Hawaii Wildlife. It features beautiful illustrations of 140 common and familiar mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, seashore creatures, butterflies, and other 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 fitting companion for educators, learners, naturalists, birders, and wildlife enthusiasts who wish to identify Hawaii's representative animals and peer more closely into their fascinating lives. Made in the USA.
Synopsis
Did you know that all marine mammals found in Hawaii are native to the Islands? Hawaii Wildlife offers beautiful illustrations of over 140 familiar species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies and insects, slugs, fishes and seashore life. Created and printed in the USA, this guide was updated in 2012 with a new cover design and a back panel map highlighting prominent state-wide wildlife sanctuaries. Laminated for durability, this lightweight folding guide is a great source of information and fits easily in a back pocket or a backpack.
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.