Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, while mostly noted for grizzly bears, elk, moose, and other large mammals, also host a high species diversity of butterflies, owing to the ecosystem's vast area of pristine habitat. Many of the nearly 120 butterflies described can also be found elsewhere in the Northern Rockies, making the book useful beyond the artificial borders of the public lands. |
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Mass Audubon's latest addition to the very popular Habitat Series Laminated Field Guides.
This colorfully illustrated guide highlights all common butterfly species of the northeast and includes flight times, capsule descriptions, and food and nectaring plants. |
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With this groundbreaking, remarkably efficient field guide in hand, you will be able to identify most of the butterflies you see in Mexico and throughout Central America. |
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More than 250 glorious color photographs fill this guide to these beautiful insects, enabling the reader to identify 89 species of Southern California butterflies, along with their favorite habitats and food plants. |
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Butterflies have always served as a metaphor for resurrection and transformation, but as Sharman Apt Russell points out in this lyrical meditation, butterflies are above all objects of obsession. |
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Caterpillar, chrysalis, butterfly -- follow the metamorphosis of this familiar backyard creature as it evolves into a delicate flying insect. Illustrated in full color by Tudor Humphries. Age Range: 4-8 years. |
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Most of the Arkansas butterflies and moths in this guide are also found throughout the eastern United States and parts of the western states. Lori Spencer facilitates species identification by presenting detailed text entries alongside lavish, full-sized photographs. |
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Watch your garden come alive with beauty on the wing. Attracting Butterflies and Hummingbirds to Your Backyard reveals the secrets for creating irresistible gardens and a welcoming landscape, which will lure these amazing creatures up close and personal for your enjoyment and wonder. |
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One day Miss Dana brings a surprise to school--three striped caterpillars and a flowerpot full of milkweed. |
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Dick Vane-Wright's passion for his subject shines through, from his vivid descriptions of metamorphosis to his look at the diversity of butterflies. He investigates the mystery of butterfly migrations by following the travels of the North American monarch, which summers as far north as Canada but winters in Mexico and Southern California. Looking forward, he questions what the future holds for these delicate creatures as they face changing environments. |
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A fold-out pocket reference guide that quickly introduces novices to species of North American butterflies and moths. |
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This new series is based on the Peterson Identification System, which uses life-like illustrations to help young naturalists make accurate identifications. |
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In this beautifully written and comprehensive guide, Mary Kate Woodward provides detailed tips for attracting, supporting and enjoying the butterflies of the Pacific Northwest. |
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Peterson First Guides are the first books the beginning naturalist needs. Condensed versions of the famous Peterson Field Guides, the First Guides focus on the animals, plants, and other natural things you are most likely to see. |
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Fully illustrated and easy to use, this convenient guide features non-technical language and up-to-date range maps for a wide variety of butterflies and moths. Illustrations. |
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More than 100 species--all the butterflies most commonly seen across the United States and Canada. Peterson FlashGuides are the most compact and convenient field guides ever made: slim as road maps and ideal for hikers, bikers, canoeists, or anyone who wants to travel light. |
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With more than 300 photographs of real butterflies, depicted in all their lightness and brilliance, and presented in a unique accordion-fold format, Butterflies in Flight is an exquisite homage to these beautiful insects that will appeal to anyone who appreciates art and nature. |
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The first impression one gets of this science book is that it is very attractive. Watercolors done in spring shades rest neatly in precise outlines of lovely butterflies and flowers. Lots of white space and soft, blue-sky backgrounds give a crisp, up-to-date look. But this title is more than just a pretty face. |
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A complete photographic guide to the butterflies of Arizona. Contains 557 photos representing 331 species that have been seen in Arizona, all taken in natural environments. |
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Perfect for backyard or field use, this guide features large full-color photos of each butterfly, plus an illustration that points out key identification marks. 230 full-color photos on 102 species. |
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