Dragonflies of the Greater Southwest
Author: Kathy Biggs
Publisher:
Published: 2015-07
Total Pages: 232
ISBN-13: 9780967793498
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Author: Kathy Biggs
Publisher:
Published: 2015-07
Total Pages: 232
ISBN-13: 9780967793498
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Kathy Biggs
Publisher: Azalea Creek Pub
Published: 2004-01-01
Total Pages: 160
ISBN-13: 9780967793412
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPhotographic identification field guide to the common dragonflies of the southwest. Contains decriptions of male and female, size, haitat, flight period and distribution by common and scientific name for 106 species. Checklist and information on dragonfly life cycle, viewing dragonflies included.
Author: Dennis Paulson
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2009-05-03
Total Pages: 537
ISBN-13: 0691122814
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDragonflies and Damselflies of the West is the first fully illustrated field guide to all 348 species of dragonflies and damselflies in western North America. Dragonflies and damselflies are large, stunningly beautiful insects, as readily observable as birds and butterflies. This unique guide makes identifying them easy--its compact size and user-friendly design make it the only guide you need in the field. Every species is generously illustrated with full-color photographs and a distribution map, and structural features are illustrated where they aid in-hand identification. Detailed species accounts include information on size, distribution, flight season, similar species, habitat, and natural history. Dennis Paulson's introduction provides an essential primer on the biology, natural history, and conservation of these important and fascinating insects, along with helpful tips on how to observe and photograph them. Dragonflies and Damselflies of the West is the field guide naturalists, conservationists, and dragonfly enthusiasts have been waiting for. Covers all 348 western species in detail Features a wealth of color photographs Provides a color distribution map for every species Includes helpful identification tips Serves as an essential introduction to dragonflies and their natural history
Author: Robert A. Behrstock
Publisher: Wild West
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781933855141
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDelicate aerial predators love to dine on mosquitoes. Dragonflies and damselflies are small but striking aquatic creatures found in the desert climates of the Southwest. These carnivorous insects are among the world's fastest, oldest, and most beautiful creatures. A newcomer to the Natural History Series, Dragonflies & Damselflies of the Border Southwest provides naturalists with an attractively illustrated overview of the history, symbolism, life stages, metamorphosis, habitats, and behavior of dragonflies and damselflies, along with spectacular photographic images for easy identification. 85 color photos.
Author: Alex Patterson
Publisher: Big Earth Publishing
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 276
ISBN-13: 9781555660918
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA key to the interpretation of rock art of the American Southwest, providing descriptions and illustrations of rock art symbols, along with their ascribed meanings, and including general and specific information on rock art sites.
Author: Tom Kendrick
Publisher: Azalea Creek Publishing
Published: 2006-01-01
Total Pages: 309
ISBN-13: 9780967793429
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCovers Tom Kendrick's life as a sea urchin diver (and surfer) and the California sea urchin fishery from 1978 through 1996. He and others dived in areas such as the Channel Islands and the shark-infested Farallon Islands.
Author: Kathy Biggs
Publisher: Azalea Creek Pub
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 128
ISBN-13: 9780967793467
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExpanded and updated 2nd edition of this popular guide: A field guide to the identification of common dragonflies and damselflies within California. Introduces California's 100 most common species with photos, flight seasons, descriptions, habitats, distribution, checklist, glossary, references, index and more. Fits in your pocket. Very compact form with a tremendous amount of information. Kathy Biggs is the author of 4 dragonfly-related books. Ray Bruun has been photographing dragonflies since 2001.
Author: Werner/ols
Publisher: Da Capo Press
Published: 1994-10-22
Total Pages: 176
ISBN-13: 9781555610609
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Dennis Paulson
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2009-04-13
Total Pages: 536
ISBN-13: 1400832942
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDragonflies and Damselflies of the West is the first fully illustrated field guide to all 348 species of dragonflies and damselflies in western North America. Dragonflies and damselflies are large, stunningly beautiful insects, as readily observable as birds and butterflies. This unique guide makes identifying them easy--its compact size and user-friendly design make it the only guide you need in the field. Every species is generously illustrated with full-color photographs and a distribution map, and structural features are illustrated where they aid in-hand identification. Detailed species accounts include information on size, distribution, flight season, similar species, habitat, and natural history. Dennis Paulson's introduction provides an essential primer on the biology, natural history, and conservation of these important and fascinating insects, along with helpful tips on how to observe and photograph them. Dragonflies and Damselflies of the West is the field guide naturalists, conservationists, and dragonfly enthusiasts have been waiting for. Covers all 348 western species in detail Features a wealth of color photographs Provides a color distribution map for every species Includes helpful identification tips Serves as an essential introduction to dragonflies and their natural history
Author: Ann Cooper
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Published: 2014-09-01
Total Pages: 114
ISBN-13: 0811713261
DOWNLOAD EBOOKGot a question about dragonflies? This book has answers. Dragonflies: A Q & A Guide is a lively, illustrated guide for anyone looking to learn more about dragonflies and their lives in the wild. • Easy-to-read format for readers looking to dip in or read straight through • Hundreds of questions posed and answered about the dragonfly's anatomy, history, and life cycle • Dozens of stunning color photos of dragonflies in their habitats • Special sections on record-breaking dragonflies and the relationship between dragonflies and humans