Living with Wildlife in the Pacific Northwest

Living with Wildlife in the Pacific Northwest
Author: Russell Link
Publisher:
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2004
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780295983868

Homeowners, property owners and property managers now have a valuable reference that provides information on 68 species of animals--how to attract, identify, manage and coexist with them.

Landscaping for Wildlife in the Pacific Northwest

Landscaping for Wildlife in the Pacific Northwest
Author: Russell Link
Publisher: University of Washington Press
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2016-06-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0295807024

Whether you are planting a yard from scratch or modifying an existing area, Landscaping for Wildlife in the Pacific Northwest will help you select, arrange, and maintain plants and other landscape elements that fulfill wildlife needs. Homeowners, property owners, professional wildlife managers, landscape architects, and garden designers will all find it invaluable. A wealth of information is provided on: --Wildlife habitat and landscaping basics --Birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and insects likely to be attracted to your property --Specialty gardens for butterflies and hummingbirds --How to plant and maintain woodlands, grasslands, wetlands, and waterways --Feeders and nest boxes --Ponds and birdbaths --Potential problems --Wildlife viewing tips --Extensive plant lists

Wildlife of the Pacific Northwest

Wildlife of the Pacific Northwest
Author: David Moskowitz
Publisher: Timber Press
Total Pages: 365
Release: 2010-05-19
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0881929492

It's possible to safely see fascinating wildlife—if you know what to look for and where, and if you understand what you see—whether you are far from civilization or right in your own backyard. Wildlife of the Pacific Northwest includes illustrated descriptions for more than 180 mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates most common in Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, northern California, Idaho, and western Montana. With more than 460 photographs, hundreds of scale drawings, and more than 90 distribution maps. This book belongs in every pack and is a must-have for nature lovers of all ages and skill levels.

Mammals of the Pacific Northwest

Mammals of the Pacific Northwest
Author: Chris Maser
Publisher:
Total Pages: 418
Release: 1998
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

This remarkable book offers an intimate look at the life histories and habitats of mammals in the Pacific Northwest, from the coast to the high Cascades. For each species of mammal, the book provides a physical description and detailed information on distribution, habitat, and behavior. Over 100 photos.

Birds of the Pacific Northwest

Birds of the Pacific Northwest
Author: John Shewey
Publisher: Timber Press
Total Pages: 561
Release: 2017-03-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1604697857

Ideal for birders, hikers, and foragers, the Timber Press Field Guides are the perfect tools for loving where you live. Birds of the Pacific Northwest is a comprehensive field guide to commonly found birds in the region, including common favorites and rare curiosities. This full-color guide includes precise descriptions of voices, behaviors, and habitats and details the top birding sites across the Pacific Northwest. Range maps for each species provide valuable information for identification. Covers Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and British Columbia Describes and illustrates nearly 400 bird species 870 spectacular photographs of relevant plumages and birds in flight Individual range maps, showing seasonal and migratory patterns Easy to use for beginners and experts alike

Real Gardens Grow Natives

Real Gardens Grow Natives
Author: Eileen M Stark
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
Total Pages: 645
Release: 2014-09-24
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1594858675

CLICK HERE to download sample native plants from Real Gardens Grow Natives For many people, the most tangible and beneficial impact they can have on the environment is right in their own yard. Aimed at beginning and veteran gardeners alike, Real Gardens Grow Natives is a stunningly photographed guide that helps readers plan, implement, and sustain a retreat at home that reflects the natural world. Gardening with native plants that naturally belong and thrive in the Pacific Northwest’s climate and soil not only nurtures biodiversity, but provides a quintessential Northwest character and beauty to yard and neighborhood! For gardeners and conservationists who lack the time to read through lengthy design books and plant lists or can’t afford a landscape designer, Real Gardens Grow Natives is accessible yet comprehensive and provides the inspiration and clear instruction needed to create and sustain beautiful, functional, and undemanding gardens. With expert knowledge from professional landscape designer Eileen M. Stark, Real Gardens Grow Natives includes: * Detailed profiles of 100 select native plants for the Pacific Northwest west of the Cascades, plus related species, helping make plant choice and placement. * Straightfoward methods to enhance or restore habitat and increase biodiversity * Landscape design guidance for various-sized yards, including sample plans * Ways to integrate natives, edibles, and nonnative ornamentals within your garden * Specific planting procedures and secrets to healthy soil * Techniques for propagating your own native plants * Advice for easy, maintenance using organic methods

Plants and Animals of the Pacific Northwest

Plants and Animals of the Pacific Northwest
Author: Eugene N. Kozloff
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Total Pages: 264
Release: 1978
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780295955971

Describes and illustrates over four hundred plant and animal species fairly common and widely distributed in the Pacific Northwest, from southern Oregon to British Columbia

Must-See Birds of the Pacific Northwest

Must-See Birds of the Pacific Northwest
Author: Sarah Swanson
Publisher: Timber Press
Total Pages: 245
Release: 2013-08-27
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1604693371

Must-See Birds of the Pacific Northwest is a lively, practical guide that helps readers discover 85 of the region’s most extraordinary birds. Each bird profile includes notes on what they eat, where they migrate from, and where to find them in Washington and Oregon. Profiles also include stunning color photographs of each bird. Birds are grouped by what they are known for or where they are most likely to be found—like beach birds, urban birds, colorful birds, and killer birds. This is an accessible guide for casual birders, weekend warriors, and families looking for an outdoor experience. Eight easy-going birding weekends, including stops in Puget Sound, the Central Washington wine country, and the Klamath Basin, offer wonderful getaway ideas and make this a must-have guide for locals and visitors alike.

The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life in the Pacific Northwest

The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life in the Pacific Northwest
Author: J. Duane Sept
Publisher: Harbour Publishing
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2019-05-25
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1550172042

The Pacific Northwest coast is home to one of the most diverse displays of intertidal marine life in the world, including sponges, clams, snails, crabs, sea stars, sea anemones, jellies, fishes, seaweeds and more. The New Beachcomber’s Guide to the Pacific Northwest is a portable and easy-to-use reference for searching out and identifying the hundreds of species of seashore life found on the beaches of British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Northern California and Southeast Alaska. Covering the Pacific Northwest’s most common shoreline-dwelling flora and fauna, the guide gives in each entry a detailed description of appearance and habitat accompanied by colour photos for easy identification of any creature you might encounter as you explore your local beach. Simple but essential information on tides and the various habitats within the intertidal zones is also provided to assist beachcombers in exploring safely with minimal ecological impact. The New Beachcomber’s Guide even contains up-to-date descriptions of the best beachcombing sites and when to visit them—you may even find your new favourite exploration grounds! Thoroughly revised and packed with handy and accessible information, this guide belongs in the beach bag or backpack of any avid naturalist, amateur beachcomber or adventurous family.

Marine Life of the Pacific Northwest

Marine Life of the Pacific Northwest
Author: Andrew Lamb
Publisher: Madeira Park, BC : Harbour Pub.
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2005
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

The most comprehensive collection of photographs of the Pacific Northwest marine life published!