Mammals of Colorado, Second Edition

Mammals of Colorado, Second Edition
Author: David M. Armstrong
Publisher: University Press of Colorado
Total Pages: 637
Release: 2011-05-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 145710976X

Co-published with the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Thoroughly revised and updated, Mammals of Colorado, Second Edition is a comprehensive reference on the nine orders and 128 species of Colorado's recent native fauna, detailing each species' description, habitat, distribution, population ecology, diet and foraging, predators and parasites, behavior, reproduction and development, and population status. An introductory chapter on Colorado's environments, a discussion of the development of the fauna over geologic time, and a brief history of human knowledge of Coloradan mammals provide ecological and evolutionary context. The most recent records of the state's diverse species, rich illustrations (including detailed maps, skull drawings, and photographs), and an extensive bibliography make this book a must-have reference. Amateur and professional naturalists, students, vertebrate biologists, and ecologists as well as those involved in conservation and wildlife management in Colorado will find value in this comprehensive volume.

The Fur Trade in Colorado

The Fur Trade in Colorado
Author: William B. Butler
Publisher:
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2012
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781937851026

Provides a vivid look into the life of the trapper and trader, the dangers they faced, and the fortunes that a few lucky ones were able to amass. Butler uses his role as an archaeologist to present floor plans of many of the posts and unknown drawings that are just now coming to light. Attention has also been given to the five of twenty-four trading posts that have been reconstructed. Rendezvous in Colorado are also covered, as well as shipping methods used to get the furs to various markets"--P. [4] of cover.

Catalog

Catalog
Author: Denver Public Library. Conservation Library
Publisher:
Total Pages: 566
Release: 1974
Genre: Conservation of natural resources
ISBN: