Illinois wildlife encyclopedia : an illustrated guide to birds, fish, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians
(2019)

Nonfiction

Book

Call Numbers:
508.77/SHUPE,S

Availability

Locations Call Number Status
Adult Nonfiction 508.77/SHUPE,S Available

Details

PUBLISHED
New York, NY : Skyhorse Publishing, [2019]
©2019
DESCRIPTION

x, 236 pages : color illustrations, map (some color) ; 29 cm

ISBN/ISSN
9781510728851, 1510728856 :, 1510728856, 9781510728851
LANGUAGE
English
NOTES

Most photographs taken by the author. Some photographs contributed by other wildlife photographers, including Matthew R. Thomas [and others]. (Page vii)

Illinois's wildlife has always played an important role in the history of human beings inhabiting the state. Native Americans depended on birds, mammals, and fish for sustenance and the state's first Europeans came in search of Beaver and buckskins. Although the state's wildlife is still an important resource for human consumption, wildlife is also increasingly important in today's culture for its intrinsic, aesthetic value. For many Illinoisans, the age-old traditions of hunting and fishing have been replaced by a desire to simply observe wildlife and experience nature. But most Illinoisans are largely unaware of the diversity of species inhabiting their state. This volume is intended to provide an introduction to the state's fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. In The Illinois Wildlife Encyclopedia, nationally known naturalist Scott Shupe has collected information on all the wildlife that reside in the Prairie State. The fourth volume in a series of state wildlife encyclopedias, this book will be a handy, usable, layman's guide to Illinois' wildlife. Included are over 800 color photographs, depicting the different species of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish, while also offering over 600 range maps to show their territory. Along with basic information for the biology of each animal, Shupe includes the size, habitat, and abundance of each species located in the state. Whether you're a lover of the outdoors, photography, or are looking to learn more about your state, this comprehensive guide will teach you about the wonderful wildlife that covers the water, earth, and skies of Illinois

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