Wildlife of Pennsylvania and the Northeast

Wildlife of Pennsylvania and the Northeast
Author: Charles Fergus
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2000
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780811728997

Natural history narratives for more than 300 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians found in Pennsylvania and throughout the northeastern United States-written in an engaging, straightforward style. An invaluable addition to any nature-lover's library. Each narrative offers a species description as well as up-to-date information on habitat, breeding behavior, feeding habits, biology, migration, and current population status, as well as the author's personal observations of the animal's life in the wild. Includes game and nongame mammals, birds of prey, songbirds, waterfowl, snakes, turtles, frogs, toads, and more.

Wildlife of Pennsylvania

Wildlife of Pennsylvania
Author: Charles Fergus
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2000-08-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 081174406X

Natural history narratives for more than 300 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians found in Pennsylvania and throughout the northeastern United States-written in an engaging, straightforward style.

Trees of Pennsylvania

Trees of Pennsylvania
Author: Charles Fergus
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2002-08-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0811745562

Common and uncommon tree species described in engaging detail. Covers trees found in small woodlots, deep forests, backyards, and reverting fields.

Guide to the Mammals of Pennsylvania

Guide to the Mammals of Pennsylvania
Author: Joseph F. Merritt
Publisher: University of Pittsburgh Pre
Total Pages: 456
Release: 1987-01-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780822953937

From the tiny shrew to the black bear, Pennsylvania's hills and valleys are teeming with sixty-three species of wild mammals. Many of these animals are rarely seen except when pursued by an interested biologist, mammologist, or nature photographer. Now, with the publication of this book, student, scholar, and nature lover alike will have a ready reference to distinguish between a deer mouse and a white-footed mouse, to identify raccoon tracks, and to learn about Pennsylvania's other inhabitants. An attractive backpack-size volume, written in lively prose, the Guide to the Mammals of Pennsylvania opens with a short introduction to Pennsylvania's environment and the characteristics defining a mammal. The bulk of the book consists of species accounts of the mammals grouped into families and orders. Each account includes a short list of data, a Pennsylvania range map, a North American range map, and a narrative of the physical, ecological, and behavioral characteristics of the species. Exciting photographs of each of the species in its natural habitat, 17 in color, and drawings of animal tracks are especially useful for identification, and a glossary and a bibliography provide definitions and references for the serious reader. Naturalists, whether amateur or professional, will find the book useful in the field; it will be an indispensable tool in the classroom.

Trees of Pennsylvania

Trees of Pennsylvania
Author: Ann Fowler Rhoads
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2005
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

Authoritative, encyclopedic, lavishly illustrated guide to the trees of the state and region—from the Morris Arboretum, the official arboretum of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Mammal Tracks and Sign of the Northeast

Mammal Tracks and Sign of the Northeast
Author: Diane K. Gibbons
Publisher: UPNE
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2003
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781584652427

A field guide to mammal tracks with detailed illustrations, concise useful information, and a key for identification

Birds of Pennsylvania

Birds of Pennsylvania
Author: Franklin C. Haas
Publisher: Lone Pine Pub
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2005
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781551053714

More than three hundred of Pennsylvania's most abundant or notable bird species are color-illustrated in a handy, comprehensive field guide that includes full-color and detailed illustrations; information about habitat, nesting, feeding, voice, and similar species; and a range map that shows distribution of each species throughout the year as well as migratory pathways. Original.

The Wild Turkey

The Wild Turkey
Author: James G. Dickson
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 506
Release: 1992
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780811718592

A National Wild Turkey Federation and U.S. Forest Service book Standard reference for all subspecies Extensive, new information on all aspects of wild turkey ecology and management The standard reference for all subspecies--Eastern, Gould's, Merriam's, Florida and Rio Grande--The Wild Turkey summarizes the new technologies and studies leading to better understanding and management. Synthesizing the work of all current experts, The Wild Turkey presents extensive, new data on restoration techniques; population influences and management; physical characteristics and behavior; habitat use by season, sex, and age; historic and seasonal ranges and habitat types; and nesting ecology. The book is designed to further the already incredible comeback of America's wild turkey.

Field Guide to Wild Mushrooms of Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic

Field Guide to Wild Mushrooms of Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic
Author: Bill Russell
Publisher: Penn State Press
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2017-08-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0271080280

This revised and expanded edition of mushroom expert Bill Russell’s popular Field Guide to Wild Mushrooms of Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic provides both novice and experienced mushroom foragers with detailed, easy-to-use information about more than one hundred species of these fungi, including twenty-five varieties not found in the previous guide. From the Morel to the Chanterelle to the aptly named Chicken of the Woods, mushrooms of the mid-Atlantic region can be harvested and enjoyed, if you know where to look. Each entry in this field guide contains a detailed description, current scientific classification, key updates and information from recent studies, and high-quality color photographs to aid in identification. Thoughtfully organized by season, the guide shows you how to locate and identify the most common mushrooms in the region and recognize look-alikes—and explains what to do with edible mushrooms once you’ve found them. Featuring over one hundred full-color illustrations and distilling Russell’s fifty years of experience in hunting, studying, and teaching about wild mushrooms, Field Guide to Wild Mushrooms of Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic is an indispensable reference for curious hikers, amateur biologists, adventurous chefs, and mycophiles of all stripes.