Nature of California: An Introduction to Familiar Plants, Animals and Outstanding Natural Attractions (Field Guides) - Softcover

Kavanagh Waterford Press, James; Waterford Press

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1583553010 ISBN 13: 9781583553015

Verlag: Waterford Press, 2005

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A world unto itself, California encompasses an environment as rich and diverse as any on earth. Deserts, mountain ranges, wetlands, woodlands and 1,100 miles of coastline provide habitats for over 580 bird species, 200 mammals, 130 reptiles and amphibians, 60 freshwater fishes and 5,000 native plant species, many found only in California. This beautifully illustrated field guide highlights over 370 common and unique plants and animals and 85 of the state’s outstanding natural attractions. It is an indispensable single reference for amateur naturalists, students and tourists alike.

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Zoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh’s path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.

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HAWKS, EAGLES AND ALLIES
Primarily carnivorous, these birds have sharp talons for grasping prey and sharply hooked bills for tearing into flesh. Many soar on wind currents when hunting. Sexes are similar in most.
California Condor, Gymnogyps californianus
Size: 40-55 in. (1-1.4 m)
Description: Huge black bird with a naked head and hooked bill. White triangles on the underside of the wings are visible in flight.
Habitat: Mountains and open country.
Comments: An endangered species, it is the largest bird of prey in North America. Once nearly extinct, hand-raised populations have made a comback in recent years and are slowly being transplanted in the wild.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Waterford Press
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2005
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1583553010
• ISBN 13: 9781583553015
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Zeichner: Leung Raymond
• Auflage: 2
• Anzahl der Seiten: 176
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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