Wildlife of Virginia and Maryland

By Charles Fergus

Book Overview

Documents mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians Includes over 100 line art illustrations

Details the animals found in the remarkably diverse habitats throughout Virginia and Maryland: their life in the wild, what they look like, what and how they eat, and how they raise their young. Intended for a general audience with any level of knowledge, the material presented serves as an informative companion to a wide range of field guides. The introduction provides general information about the various types of landscape in these Mid-Atlantic states, and how they support wildlife populations.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811728218
• ISBN13: 9780811728218
• Release Date: July 2003
• Publisher: Stackpole Books
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.6" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

FYI, great description, but not as useful for field identification

Just so buyers know beforehand, this is a great, descriptive book. However, it is best used as a supplement to field identification guides, as this one contains only drawings that, although well-drawn, are black and white and are not included for every species. Still a great resource though!

Pleasantly surprised.

Turning my photographic endeavors more toi nature, I decided to start doing my homework, so that I better understand the wildlife in my area. I must say that I thought there would be photos, but I found illustrations instead. But hey are excellent, although not every animal variation is shown. The author goes into amzing descriptive detail - much more than I expected. Whether you are a nature photographer in the Maryland area, nature enthusiast, or student, this book is a steal at less than $15!