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Habitats of North America: A Field Guide for Birders, Naturalists, and Ecologists

by Phil Chaon

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A field-guide framework for understanding North American habitats

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A field-guide framework for understanding North American habitats

Organized for use outdoors, this guide surveys 81 major North American habitats, from wetlands to oceanic environments. Each account brings together the physical conditions that shape a place—such as geology, climate, soils, and hydrology—with representative wildlife and plants, including notable and indicator species. Color photographs, diagrams, illustrations, and distribution maps for land habitats support identification in the field, while the habitat-classification section adds a more systematic reference point for ecological study. The book’s compact field-guide format emphasizes quick consultation alongside a broader picture of how habitats differ across the continent.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Birders who want to connect species observations with their surrounding habitats
  • Naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a portable North American habitat reference
  • Ecology students or practitioners interested in habitat classification and field context

Themes

North American ecosystemsHabitat identificationGeology, climate, soils, and hydrologyIndicator speciesEcological classification

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Book overview

A richly illustrated field guide to all of North America's major habitats--packed with invaluable information to help you get the most out of your outdoor adventures

Whether you're a birder, naturalist, outdoor enthusiast, or ecologist, knowing the surrounding habitat is essential to getting the most out of your experiences in the field. This compact, easy-to-use guide provides an unparalleled treatment of the wonderfully diverse habitats of North America. Incisive and up-to-date descriptions cover the unique features of each habitat, from geology and climate to soil and hydrology. Requiring no scientific background, Habitats of North America offers quick and reliable information for anyone who wants a deeper understanding and appreciation of the habitats around them.

  • Covers 81 major North American habitats, including wetlands and oceanic habitats
  • Features hundreds of color photos of habitats and their wildlife, a wealth of helpful diagrams and illustrations, and a detailed distribution map for each land habitat
  • Concise text provides all the information you need to identify and understand habitats anywhere in North America quickly and accurately
  • Discusses iconic and indicator species of birds, mammals, and plants
  • Includes an in-depth section on habitat classification--invaluable for ecologists
  • Representative habitat accounts describe what you can expect to see and experience there
  • Formatted like a field guide for easy reference
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