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Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D. C. by Howard Youth (2014, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherJohns Hopkins University Press
ISBN-101421412047
ISBN-139781421412047
eBay Product ID (ePID)175759447
Product Key Features
Book TitleField Guide to The Natural World of Washington, D.C.
Number of Pages400 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2014
TopicUnited States / South / South Atlantic (DC, De, Fl, Ga, Md, Nc, SC, VA, WV), Reference, General, Animals / Wildlife, Regional, Parks & Campgrounds, Life Sciences / Biology
IllustratorYes, Klingler, Mark A.
GenreNature, Travel, Science
AuthorHoward Youth
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight24.1 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2013-015239
ReviewsDowntown sightings of such wild creatures as snowy owls, peregrine falcons, and vultures may generate media attention, but after perusing Howard Youth's Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D.C. , I don't find these episodes as outlandish as the headlines might suggest... The guide represents a considerable documentation of the species that share our corner of the world., ""Downtown sightings of such wild creatures as snowy owls, peregrine falcons, and vultures may generate media attention, but after perusing Howard Youth's Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D.C. , I don't find these episodes as outlandish as the headlines might suggest... The guide represents a considerable documentation of the species that share our corner of the world."", Downtown sightings of such wild creatures as snowy owls, peregrine falcons, and vultures may generate media attention, but after persusing Howard Youth's Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D.C. , I don't find these episodes as outlandish as the headlines might suggest... The guide represents a considerable documentation of the species that share our corner of the world., The book is simply an amazingly informative work of art... if you're visiting D.C., by boat preferably, this guide is great to bring along., To most people, the only animals in Washington D.C. are political animals, but how wrong they are... If you love Washington D.C., nature, or even have a healthy curiosity of the natural world, this guide is for you.
Dewey Edition23
Grade FromCollege Graduate Student
Photographed byMumford, Robert E., Jr.
Dewey Decimal508.753
Table Of ContentForward, by Kirk Johnson Acknowledgments Chapter 1. The Natural, and Not-So-Natural, History of Washington, D.C. Chapter 2. Visiting D.C. Parks Chapter 3. The Parks Chapter 4. Animals Chapter 5. Plants Chapter 6. Mushrooms Chapter 7. Geology Organizations Bibliography Index
SynopsisNature awaits discovery at almost every turn in the complex ecosystem of Washington, D.C. In parks large and small, within the District's gardens, and on public streets, there is tremendous biodiversity. In Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D.C., naturalist Howard Youth takes us on an urban safari, describing the wild side of the ......, Nature awaits discovery at almost every turn in the complex ecosystem of Washington, D.C. In parks large and small, within the District's gardens, and on public streets, there is tremendous biodiversity. In Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D.C., naturalist Howard Youth takes us on an urban safari, describing the wild side of the nation's capital.Beyond the abundant wildlife that can be seen in every neighborhood, Washington boasts a large park network rich in natural wonders. A hike along the trails of Rock Creek Park, one of the countrys largest and oldest urban forests, quickly reveals white-tailed deer, eastern gray squirrels, and little brown bats. Mayapples, Virginia bluebells, and red mulberry trees are but a few of the treasures found growing at the National Arboretum. A stroll along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers might reveal stealthy denizens such as bullfrogs, largemouth bass, and common snapping turtles. Detailed drawings by Carnegie artist Mark A. Klingler and photography by Robert E. Mumford, Jr., reveal the rich color and stunning beauty of the flora and fauna awaiting every D.C. naturalist.Whether seeking a secluded jog or an adventurous outing, residents and tourists alike will find this handsome guide indispensable for finding oases away from the noise of the city., A field guide to plants and animals commonly found in the nation's capital. Winner of the Design and Effectiveness Award of the Washington Publishers Nature awaits discovery at almost every turn in the complex ecosystem of Washington, D.C. In parks large and small, within the District's gardens, and on public streets, there is tremendous biodiversity. In Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D.C. , naturalist Howard Youth takes us on an urban safari, describing the wild side of the nation's capital. Beyond the abundant wildlife that can be seen in every neighborhood, Washington boasts a large park network rich in natural wonders. A hike along the trails of Rock Creek Park, one of the country's largest and oldest urban forests, quickly reveals white-tailed deer, eastern gray squirrels, and little brown bats. Mayapples, Virginia bluebells, and red mulberry trees are but a few of the treasures found growing at the National Arboretum. A stroll along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers might reveal stealthy denizens such as bullfrogs, largemouth bass, and common snapping turtles. Detailed drawings by Carnegie artist Mark A. Klingler and photography by Robert E. Mumford, Jr., reveal the rich color and stunning beauty of the flora and fauna awaiting every D.C. naturalist. Whether seeking a secluded jog or an adventurous outing, residents and tourists alike will find this handsome guide indispensable for finding oases away from the noise of the city., Nature awaits discovery at almost every turn in the complex ecosystem of Washington, D.C. In parks large and small, within the District's gardens, and on public streets, there is tremendous biodiversity. In Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D.C. , naturalist Howard Youth takes us on an urban safari, describing the wild side of the nation's capital. Beyond the abundant wildlife that can be seen in every neighborhood, Washington boasts a large park network rich in natural wonders. A hike along the trails of Rock Creek Park, one of the country's largest and oldest urban forests, quickly reveals white-tailed deer, eastern gray squirrels, and little brown bats. Mayapples, Virginia bluebells, and red mulberry trees are but a few of the treasures found growing at the National Arboretum. A stroll along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers might reveal stealthy denizens such as bullfrogs, largemouth bass, and common snapping turtles. Detailed drawings by Carnegie artist Mark A. Klingler and photography by Robert E. Mumford, Jr., reveal the rich color and stunning beauty of the flora and fauna awaiting every D.C. naturalist. Whether seeking a secluded jog or an adventurous outing, residents and tourists alike will find this handsome guide indispensable for finding oases away from the noise of the city.
LC Classification NumberQH105.W18Y68 2014
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