CALIFORNIA BIRDLIFE, 
Introduction to
Evans & Tait
Describes the representative birds in California's seven major bioregions:
ocean, seashore, coastal ranges, Central Valley, mountains and foothills,
Great
Basin, and deserts. It explains key relationships among weather
patterns, plant
communities, and the ecological rhythms of these habitats
and shows how these
factors relate to the distribution, behavioral
adaptations, and environmental
challenges of its birds. The perfect book
for beginning and intermediate
naturalists, and in-depth enough for experienced naturalists who would like to
learn more about the habitat affinities, ecological niches, and seasonal cycles
of California birds.
CALIFORNIA
BUTTERFLIES & MOTHS POCKET GUIDE
The perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for the nature enthusiast. This
beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 70 familiar species of butterflies
and moths. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great source of
portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.
CALIFORNIA INSECTS
Powell & Hogue
This book summarizes the knowledge of California's rich insect fauna,
and
is the first work ever to provide a field guide for beginning students
and the
non-specialist reader. For each insect, distinguishing
features
of its
appearance, features of its biology, and its geographical
distribution
in
California are summarized; and an illustration is given
of the adult or
some
other stage.
CALIFORNIA WILDLIFE IMPRESSIONS
Kramer
In rich and stunning
detail, photographer Gary Kramer captures
the wildlife of the Golden State,
large and small; winged, flippered, and furred. In this vivid collection of 88
images, he portrays the
rich
variety and diversity of California's birds,
animals, and fish.
See a soaring California condor, a coy grey fox, a
magnificent Rocky mountain elk, an elegant great egret, as well as a snub-nosed
northern elephant seal.
CD-ROM OUR BIRDS of CALIFORNIA
Thayer Birding Software
Birds of California contains 356 species regularly seen in the state.
This Windows CD-ROM includes color photos, songs for all species from
the world-famous Cornell Lab of Ornithology, range maps, abundance
maps,
ID tips and more. The CD-ROM includes an ID Wizard to help you identify
the birds, even if you do not know the bird's name. Just enter colors,
size,
habitat and location. The ID Wizard will show you photos of all
the
birds that match your description. Petey the Parrot will pronounce
each
bird's common and scientific name for you. Very easy to use.
Recommended for ages 6
and up.
DISCOVERING SIERRA REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS
Basey
From newts to toads to turtles to lizards to snakes, this book has
complete coverage of these often little-known species. Beginner
and expert alike will
benefit from this handy and comprehensive guide.
EASY BIRD GUIDE to Western Region, a Falcon Guide
Bull and Coe
Clearly written and easy to use, this well-organized book introduces
readers to
the hobby of birding and contains all the information needed
to quickly identify
350 of the most common birds in the western US.
FAMILIAR MAMMALS OF NORTH AMERICA
Gives full coverage to 80 of the most common and distinctive
mammals in N.A. An additional 30 important mammals are included
under the heading "similar species" raising to 110 the total number
of mammals described in this handy pocket guide.
FIELD CARDS
Mammals of the Sierra Nevada and
Birds of the Sierra Nevada
Handy field identification cards depict 24 (Mammals) and 23 (Birds)
of the most commonly seen Sierran species. Printed on both sides in
full color on flexible and waterproof plastic. Size is 6¼" x 9¼".
FIELD
GUIDE TO BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA
Kaufman
Now the most up-to-date field guide, including dozens of changes by the
American Ornithologists’ Union in official names of birds; the addition of new
species to reflect the latest scientific discoveries; and dozens of updated
range maps. Additional information helps beginning birdwatchers get started, all
in the same compact format that has made this guide the easiest to use for fast
identification in the field. Spanish edition also available.
FIELD
GUIDE TO OWLS of CALIFORNIA AND THE WEST
Peeters
This accessible guide, full of intriguing anecdotes, covers all 19 species
of
owls occurring in North America. More than an identification guide,
Field Guide
to Owls of California and the West describes the biology
and behavior
of owls to
make finding and identifying them easier and watching them more enjoyable. The
guide also explores the conservation challenges that owls
face and tells how
owls provide insights to
scientists working in fields from technology to health.
NORTH WOODS FIELD GUIDES - Animal
Tracks or Animal Scat
Measuring just 1 ¼” wide by 4” tall, these unique field guides are printed on a
bendable, hi-gloss vinyl that is lightweight and weatherproof. Each of the
compact guides is bound together on a
ball chain that easily fans out for quick
comparison to the subject
you are trying to identify. One side contains an
illustration of an item found in nature. On the reverse are interesting facts to
aid in identification. These nature guides slip easily into a shirt or pants
pocket, take up little room in a fanny pack, or clip easily to a pack loop.
The compact design of these educational field guides make
it easy for anyone to
take along on their next outdoor excursion.
HUMMERS
Miller & Nelson
One in a series of informative pocket nature guides. Delightful
color| illustrations throughout.
MAMMALS OF CALIFORNIA
Jameson & Peeters
The first edition of this popular guide introduced thousands to California's
mammals by describing techniques for recognizing their presence, and
when
possible, methods for watching them in their natural habitats. It is
now
completely revised and updated throughout, making it an ideal companion in the
field or classroom. It includes 144 line drawings, 143
range maps, and 18
illustrated color plates. It gives valuable overviews
of mammal evolution,
biology and anatomy, natural history and
conservation, and features an expanded
and updated section on
diseases harbored by wild mammals that can affect humans.
MAMMAL
TRACKS & SIGN
A Guide to North American Species
Elbroch
This guide brings together concise text, detailed line drawings, range maps, and
more than 1000 color photographs to illustrate and describe
the tracks and sign
left by North American mammals - feeding signs,
scat, burrows, tunnels, bedding
areas, rubbings, and remains.
Organized for in-the-field use or at-home
reference, it includes a handy section of 104 life-size tracks. An
invaluable resource for wildlife enthusiasts and beginning or experienced
trackers.
National Audubon Society Field Guide to
NORTH AMERICAN MAMMALS
Descriptions of 390 species are keyed to 374 full-color photographs
of the animals as they appear in their native habitats. Species
are grouped
according to type, shape and size, and keyed with helpful
thumb-tab
silhouettes to make identification quick and easy. A
second key permits
the reader to identify animals by their tracks.
PACIFIC COAST MAMMALS
Russo & Olhausen
A handy, pocket sized guide to mammals of the Pacific Coast
states, their tracks,
skulls, and other signs.
Excellent black and
white illustrations.
PETERSON
FIELD GUIDE TO BIRDS of North America
Peterson
In celebration of the centennial of Roger Tory Peterson’s birth
comes a
historic collaboration among renowned birding experts and artists to preserve
and enhance the Peterson legacy. This new book combines the Peterson Field Guide
to Eastern Birds and Peterson
Field Guide to Western Birds into one volume,
filled with accessible, concise information and including almost three hours of
video
podcasts to make bird watching even easier. Includes 40 new
paintings,
digital updates to Peterson’s original paintings, reflecting
the latest
knowledge of bird identification, all new maps for the most
up-to-date range
information available, text rewritten to cover the U.S.
and Canada in one guide,
and larger trim size to accommodate range maps on every spread.
RAPTORS OF CALIFORNIA
Peeters & Peeters
Featuring descriptions of every diurnal California raptor, this
state-of-the-art, beautifully illustrated guide is the first to combine
identification of these fascinating birds with a comprehensive
discussion of
their natural history.
"SAVE A BEAR" PACKET
SNHA
Packet includes a frame-able certificate, pin (shown at right), information
on black bears, and the knowledge you are helping the black bears in these
parks. All proceeds go to bear, wildlife,
and natural resource protection and research.
Show you care....help save a bear.
SCATS
& TRACKS OF THE PACIFIC COAST
Halfpenny & Telander
With written descriptions accompanied by illustrations, this guide features
the tracks, scats, and other signs of 70 different species occurring from Santa
Barbara north to British Columbia. Also included are useful body size
comparisons and easy-to-use track length and scat width measurements for each
species. This guide will let you know if a snake, coyote or even a grizzly bear
has been your way.
SIBLEY FIELD GUIDE TO BIRDS of
Western North America
Sibley
Here is a new portable guide that every birder will want to carry into
the
field. Compact and comprehensive, this new guide features
700+ bird
species plus regional populations found west of the Rocky Mountains.
Stunningly accurate illustrations - more than 4,600 in total - with
descriptive caption text pointing out the most important field marks.
Also includes brand-new maps.
SIBLEY
FIELD GUIDE TO BIRDS
Reduced price!
Sibley
The beautifully detailed illustrations in this comprehensive guide — more than
6,600 in all — and descriptions of 810 species and 350 regional populations will
enrich every birder's experience. The innovative design makes it entirely user
friendly. The illustrations are arranged to facilitate comparison, yet still
capture the unique character of each species.
544 pages
$25.00
originally $35.00! |
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SIERRA
BIRDS: A Hiker's Guide
Laws
A unique book that assumes no prior birding knowledge on the part
of the reader and is organized for quick and easy reference. Color-coded
keys eliminate the time-consuming and frustrating necessity of having
to thumb randomly through a hefty guide. A cross-index of bird
families is also
included for more advanced birders. All this in a format
that is simply
organized, light-weight, and small enough to tuck inside
a pocket.
SIERRA TROUT GUIDE
Cutter
Informative guide on over 500 streams and 1700 lakes, with descriptions
of trout species, habitats and diet. Extensive reference, written with
sensitivity to the environment. Color
photos and black and white illustrations.
STOKE'S BEGINNERS
GUIDE TO BATS
Stokes
Whether you're intrigued by the amazing ability of bats to eat
over 1,000
insects per hour or want to identify bats, either
roosting or in flight, you'll
find everything you need in the easy-
to-use guide. Includes brilliant full
color photographs,
user-friendly color tab index
for quick reference,
information
about the benefits of bats, plans for building a bat house and
other
ways to attract bats, and much more.
STOKE'S BEGINNERS GUIDE TO BIRDS
Stokes
A great guide to use whether identifying birds at your backyard
feeder or taking up bird-watching as a hobby. Easy to use color
coding to more than 130 full color photos. Small, handy size
makes it
convenient to carry.
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