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Union Square & Co. National Wildlife Federation Field Guide to Insects and Spiders & Related Species of North America
National Wildlife Federation’s new all-photographic field guide to North American insects, spiders, and related species, is the most up-to-date of its kind, and lets both amateur and expert naturalists identify more than 940 species quickly and accurately. More than 2,000 close-up color photographs by leading nature photographers reveal the field marks that distinguish each creature, and the clear and concise text that accompanies each image describes the range, habitat, life cycle, and behavior. Budding entomologists will be inspired to explore further with the detailed information on starting a collection, planting an arthropod garden, keeping insects and spiders in captivity, and learning the techniques of macro photography. The unique waterproof cover makes it ideal for use outdoors.
£24.34
Union Square & Co. National Wildlife Federation Field Guide to Wildflowers of North America
Wherever even the smallest green thing grows, there you’ll find wildflowers, be they huge, showy tropical blossoms or pretty, tiny bloomers. North America alone is home to thousands of species—and the National Wildlife Federation Field Guide celebrates that wide diversity in grand fashion. From Acanthaceae to Zygophyllaceaei, this beautiful, portable volume provides the common and scientific names for each flower family; information on the flowering season; leaf, stalk, and blossom descriptions, with measurements; and color range maps of more than 700 species for both native and introduced types. There’s no better guide to take along while camping, hiking, or enjoying a nature walk.- More than 2,200 species of- More than 2,200 species of wildflowers in a single, portable volume- 4,019 stunning color photographs by leading nature photographers- Wildflowers arranged by genus and include genus descriptions and range maps- Captions highlight important field marks- Information on season and habitat for each species- Fruit illustrations included for several plant families- Range map shows U.S. distribution- Separate section on species introduced into North America- Quick-identification key arranged by color and shape- Detailed, illustrated visual glossary of flower parts and leaf types- Essays on wildflower habitats and conservation- Waterproof cover for use in the field
£25.28
Union Square & Co. National Wildlife Federation Field Guide to Birds of North America
From the National Wildlife Federation® comes the most up-to-date, all-photographic field guide to North American birds. Birders will find it indispensable: this single, portable volume features more than 750 species, along with more than 2,000 stunning images by leading nature photographers showing birds in their natural habitats. Captions highlight important field marks, and comprehensive species accounts describe habitats, behavior, flight, migration, songs, and plumages. Other features include: more than 600 maps showing bird distribution in every season; strategies for watching and identifying birds; a complete species index plus a quick-flip index; a glossary of terms; and a checklist of birds. The guide’s unique waterproof cover makes it especially valuable for use in the field.
£21.49