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.

Birds of Pennsylvania Field Guide

Birds of Pennsylvania Field Guide
Author: Stan Tekiela
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Total Pages: 410
Release: 2021-04-27
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1647550890

Identify Birds with Pennsylvania’s Best-Selling Bird Guide! Make bird-watching in Pennsylvania even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela’s famous bird guide, field identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don’t live in your area. This handy book features 123 species of Pennsylvania birds organized by color for ease of use. Full-page photographs present the species as you’ll see them in nature, and a “compare” feature helps you to decide between look-alikes. Inside you’ll find: 123 species: Only Pennsylvania birds! Simple color guide: See a yellow bird? Go to the yellow section Stan’s Notes: Naturalist tidbits and facts Professional photos: Crisp, stunning images This new edition includes six new species, updated photographs and range maps, expanded information, and even more of Stan’s expert insights. So grab Birds of Pennsylvania Field Guide for your next birding adventure—to help ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.

Great Hikes in the Poconos

Great Hikes in the Poconos
Author: Boyd Newman
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2000-03-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0811740552

Hiking guide to the state's biggest tourist area Varied hikes are appropriate for all abilities An easy-to-use guidebook to more than 40 favorite hikes in northeast Pennsylvania (north of Route 78, east of Route 15). Each hike begins with a table listing hike distance, elevation, directions to trailhead, interesting features along the way, handicapped accessibility, duration of hike, hiking surface description, permissibility of hunting, and facilities, followed by a short narrative that describes in more detail where to go and what to see on each hike. Each hike includes a topographic map with the selected route marked. The hikes vary from easy to moderate to challenging.

A Gardener's Guide to Native Plants of Northeastern Pennsylvania

A Gardener's Guide to Native Plants of Northeastern Pennsylvania
Author: Geoffrey L. Mehl
Publisher:
Total Pages: 342
Release: 2011-02
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 9780615450988

A comprehensive reference and discussion about how to plan and develop landscape designs using native plants, with a focus on the northeastern counties of Pennsylvania. Covers 2,150 species of trees, shrubs and herbaceous perennials and annuals, 100 kinds of regional soils, and 135 ecological communities with detailed plant associations for each. Also included are the 540 protected plant species in Pennsylvania, invasive species of local concern, plant sources and additional resources for native plant enthusiasts.

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

The Natural History of Pennsylvania

The Natural History of Pennsylvania
Author: Stan Freeman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2015-08
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780989333337

"The Natural History of Pennsylvania" is a unique, comprehensive guide to the nature of Pennsylvania. There are more than 400 full-color photographs, maps and illustrations covering everything from bears and beavers to snakes and spiders to weather and wildflowers. Learn about the state's geology, its endangered species and its rivers and mountains. Find out how it was shaped by the ice age and the movement of the continents. Learn about the first human residents. There are identification pages, with photos, of the common birds, butterflies, trees and wildflowers. And there's a month-by-month calendar showing when events in nature happen in Pennsylvania.