Identification Field Guides

Raptors of Western North America contains over 120 color photos of all the raptors that occur west of the Rocky mountains in the continental United States and Canadian provinces. Multiple photos for many species show a variety of plumage conditions for males, females and...

Wolves: A Falcon Field Guidepresents readers with substantive yet easily digestible information on this most feared yet misunderstood predator. Where do wolves live? What enemies do they have? How do they communicate? What issues exist in the controversial relationship between wolves and humans? This...

By: Kevin T. Karlson The "Waterfowl of North America: A Comprehensive Guide to All Species" from Quick Reference Publishing is an essential resource for birdwatchers, hunters, and nature enthusiasts. This guide provides detailed information on the identification of all waterfowl species found in North...

"Sasquatch, Yeti and Other Wildmen of the World" is a comprehensive exploration of the legendary creatures that have captivated the imagination across cultures and continents. This meticulously researched publication delves into various scientific investigations, reported sightings, and potential physical evidence related to sasquatch and...

By: James Kavanagh & Raymond Leung Introduces readers to common Southwestern desert birds. Easy to understand and ideal for field use. This guide includes a map of birding hotspots and groups birds by type. For an affordable gift of knowledge, everyone finds value in...

By: James Halfpenny The wild mammals of the Great Basin are often elusive and difficult to locate. They range from deserts to mountain tops. Their tracks, scats, and signs may be the best clue for the nature-wise detective whether a casual observer, amateur naturalist,...

A guide featuring 49 of the most commonly encountered reptiles and amphibians native to the Colorado Plateau region of the southwestern United States. Some of the rare and more unique species are included to underscore the biological importance of this interesting biome. The most...

By: National Audubon Society A detailed field guide to make fossil identification easy! This first all-photographic field guide to fossils features 474 full-color identification pictures of fossilized sponges, corals, trilobites, shells, teeth, and bones. Also included are 33 photographs of fossil-bearing rocks and outcrop...

Jeff Corwin's Explorer Series "The World of Snakes" is a captivating guide that delves into the fascinating world of these often misunderstood creatures. Edited by the renowned naturalist Jeff Corwin, this guide provides an in-depth look at the evolution, anatomy, and behavior of snakes....

"Birds of the Southern Rockies is a quick and easy-to-use, lightweight, durable, all-weather field guide to the remarkable and varied birdlife inhabiting the southern Rocky Mountains region, within Colorado and the northern tier of New Mexico. Stunning digital photographs depict 125 species of common and notable...

By: James Kavanagh & Raymond Leung Introduces readers to common mammals. Easy to understand and ideal for field use. This easy-to-use pocket guide groups mammal by type, to make for ease in identification. For an affordable gift of knowledge, everyone finds value in a...

By: National Audubon Society The first all-photographic field guide to mushrooms feature 762 full-color identification pictures showing mushrooms as they appear in their natural habitats. 703 species are covered in full detail, with notes on hundreds more. This field guide is the first to...

By: James Kavanagh & Raymond Leung The "Birds of Prey: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar North American Raptors" from A Pocket Naturalist Guide is an essential resource for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers. This compact, easy-to-carry guide provides detailed information on the identification...

By: James Kavanagh & Raymond Leung So many people get their start in nature study by exploring ponds. These small bodies of calm, standing water are fascinating living laboratories of plant and animal life at all scales, from microscopic algae to iconic birds like...

By: James Kavanagh & Raymond Leung Introduces readers to common reptiles and amphibians. Easy to understand and ideal for field use. The back panel introduces the reader to reptile and amphibian identification. Animals are grouped by type. For an affordable gift of knowledge, everyone...

Jim Lowery is among North America''s leading tracking experts. In this book he distills his remarkable expertise, gained over decades of intensive research and practical field experience, into a comprehensive field guide to tracking North American mammals. Fully illustrated with hundreds of drawings and...

The insect world is unmatched for its array of colorful species and their distinctive behaviors. Once you notice the tiny creatures, you can hardly stop watching as they fly gracefully, burrow busily, dance delicately, or even bang clumsily against you. What are they doing?...

Forage all across the country with this informative guide to 274 edible plants, presented by expert Green Deane. Eating wild edibles is in our genes, and it can be healthy fun! It’s seasonal, sufficient, varied, and provides plenty of nutrients. It yields the satisfaction...

When you are out and about, keep this tabbed booklet by Nora and Rick Bowers close at hand. Featuring only Southwest cacti of Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Colorado, and Texas, the booklet is organized by group for quick and easy identification. Narrow...

By: William R. Gray Home to 9 National Parks, Monuments and Recreation Areas, this region is renowned for outstanding  canyon and desert scenery, which continues into adjacent Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado. A stunning array of wildflowers is found, especially in the Spring months:...