Field Guides - Audubon, Peterson & Much More



Collins Wild Guides
Handy, portable introductory guides.  Concise descriptions, fact files, and a color photo for each entry.  Easy-to-use format.  Published in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institute. 3-7/8 x 6-3/4, 192p, color photos, 2007.

TREES: EAST
Steve Cafferty.  Covers 163 species of trees & shrubs commonly found in eastern North America.
T0630 paperback ..........US $12.95 CAN $16.50

TREES: WEST
Steve Cafferty.  Covers 170 species of trees & shrubs commonly found in western North America.
T9819 paperback ...........US $12.95 CAN $16.50



Finder Series
Accurate, pocket-sized i.d. guides.  Easy-to-use format.  Organized as dichotomous keys.  Highly illustrated with line drawings that highlight important features of species being identified.  Each guide: 4 x 6, 64p, line drawings.

BERRY FINDER: A Guide to Native Plants with Fleshy Fruits of Eastern North America
Dorcas Miller.  Identifies plants by their life shapes, leaf arrangement, berries, and other clues.  Includes some cultivated species that have escaped to the wild.  Identifies many native shrubs and vines in late summer and fall when berries are present.  Not a guide to edible berries.
B0228 paperback ..........US $3.95 CAN $5.00

TREE FINDER: A Manual for the Identification of Trees by Their Leaves
May T. Watts.  The classic key to identifying trees by their leaves and needles.  Includes 161 native and common introduced trees found east of the Rockies.  Shows range and habitat of each species.  A handy, pocket-sized field guide filled with information.  Originally published as Master Tree Finder. 4 x 6, 64p, b&w line drawings, 1998.
T0015 paperback..........US $3.95 CAN $5.00

WINTER WEED FINDER: A Guide to Dry Plants in Winter
Dorcas Miller.  Identifies wildflowers and other non-woody plants in winter by their dry structure, such as seedpods, capsules, dried flowers, and burrs.  Includes common native & naturalized herbs and native ferns.  Grasses and sedges are not included.
W0171 paperback ..........US $3.95 CAN $5.00

Other titles available in the “Finder” series (US $3.95 CAN $5.00)
DESERT TREE FINDER (D0074); 
FERN FINDER (F0224); 
PACIFIC COAST FERN FINDER (P0139); 
PACIFIC COAST TREE FINDER (P0066); 
ROCKY MOUNTAIN TREE FINDER (R0058); 
TRACK FINDER (T0120);
WINTER TREE FINDER (W0031).



Golden Guides

WILDFLOWERS OF NORTH AMERICA: 
A guide to field identification (Golden Field Guide)
Frank Venning.  Introduces readers to our wealth of native and naturalized wildflowers across North America – 1,500+ species in 101 families.  Text and color illustrations seen together at a glance.  A compact, comprehensive guide ideal for nature studies, educational projects, and scientific needs. 4-1/2 x 7-1/2, 340p, color illustrations, 1984.
GW1275 paperback ..........US $14.95 CAN $21.95

INSECTS: A guide to familiar American insects (Golden Guide)
Herbert S. Zim, Clarence Cottam.  A handy guide to the most common, important, and showy N.A. insects.  Includes: a key to insect groups; how insects grow and develop and what they eat, and; how to find and observe them.  Great for beginners at any age. 4 x 6, 160p, color illustrations, range maps, 2001.
GI1291 paperback ..........US $6.95 CAN $9.95

BUTTERFLIES AND MOTHS: A guide to the more common American species (Golden Guide)
Robert Mitchell, Herbert Zim.  Illustrates 423 of the most common, widespread, important, or unusual North American species of Lepidoptera.   Includes information on how to identify butterflies and moths.  A classic guide for all ages. 4 x 6, 160p, color illustrations, range maps, 1992.
GB1364 paperback ..........US $6.95 CAN $9.95

TREES OF NORTH AMERICA: A guide to field identification (Golden Field Guide)
C. Frank Brockman.  This premier field guide features all characteristics – tree shape, bark, leaf flower, fruit, and twig – for quick i.d..  Features all the trees of N.A. north of Mexico - 730+ native and important introduced species.  Ideal for the home, field, and classroom. 4-1/2 x 7-1/2, 280p, color illustrations, range maps, 2001.
GT0929 paperback ..........US $14.95 CAN $21.95



Peterson Guides

PETERSON FIELD GUIDES
The unique Peterson Identification System sets Peterson Field Guides apart from the rest.  Roger Tory Peterson’s innovative format uses accurate, detailed drawings to pinpoint key field marks for quick recognition of species and easy comparison of confusing lookalikes. 4-1/2 x 7-1/4, up to 400p, color and b&w illustrations, softcover:
P4552 EASTERN TREES ......................................US $20.00 CAN $22.95
P370X EASTERN TREES & SHRUBS ................US $19.00  CAN $21.95
P8958 EASTERN FORESTS .................................US $20.00 CAN $22.95
P8974 ROCKY MTN & SW FORESTS................US $19.00 CAN $21.95
P4544 WESTERN TREES. .....................................US $20.00 CAN $22.95
P8966 CALIFORNIA & PAC. NW FORESTS ..........US $20.00 CAN $22.95
P743X ANIMAL TRACKS ...................................US $19.95 CAN $22.95

Other guides available on request:
ADVANCED BIRDING (P500X), 
BIRDS EAST (P0460), 
BIRDS WESTERN (P218X), 
INSECTS (P1702), 
MAMMALS (P0986), 
EDIBLE EAST WILD PLANTS (P622X), 
MUSHROOMS (P0900), 
FERNS (P5123), 
MEDICINAL PLANTS EAST & CENTRAL (P8144), 
MEDICINAL PLANTS WEST (P8061), 
WILDFLOWERS (P1729), & MORE.

PETERSON FLASH GUIDES
Portable and weatherproof.  Covers 50 to 100 species, with brief surveys of habit and habitat.  Opens to 2 rows with 12-full-color, laminated panels on each side.  A fast and easy reference.

TREES
100+ species - all the trees most commonly found across the U.S. & Canada.  Includes map of eco regions, leaf types & patterns, and fall foliage.
PFL9984 ..........US $8.95 CAN $10.95

ANIMAL TRACKS
Over 100 species - all of the tracks most commonly seen across the U.S. and Canada.  Arranged primarily by typical trail pattern.
PFL9976 ...........US $8.95 CAN $10.95

Other guides available on request:
ATLANTIC COASTAL BIRDS, BIRDS OF THE MIDWEST, EASTERN TRAILSIDE BIRDS, PACIFIC COASTAL BIRDS, ROADSIDE WILDFLOWERS, & WESTERN TRAILSIDE BIRDS.

PETERSON FIRST GUIDES
The first books that the beginning naturalist needs, whether young or old.  Simplified versions of the Field Guides that make it easy to get started in the field and features all the natural life you are likely to see. 3-3/4 x 7-1/4, 128p, color and b&w illus., ages 10+.
FG1834 FIRST GUIDE TREES ..........US $5.95 CAN $6.95
FG1977 FIRST GUIDE FORESTS ..........US $5.95 CAN $6.95

Other guides available on request:
Astronomy, Birds, Insects, Mammals, Rocks & Minerals, Urban Wildlife, Wildflowers, etc.- each US $5.95 CAN $6.95



Audubon Society Guides

AUDUBON SOCIETY NORTH AMERICAN FIELD GUIDES
Organized in a unique all-color, all-photographic format.  Combines high quality close-up photos with concise, descriptive text.  Photos are organized according to appearance, making them easy to use in the field. Approx. 4 x 8, up to 900p, color photos, b&w illus., vinyl covers.
AFG7606 TREES EAST ..........US $19.95 CAN $25.95
AFG7614 TREES WEST ..........US $19.95 CAN $25.95

Other guides available on request:
Birds, Insects, Mushrooms, Rocks, Night Sky, etc.

AUDUBON SOCIETY NORTH AMERICAN POCKET GUIDES
Simplified versions of the field guides.  An ideal introduction to the subjects covered and small enough to fit easily into a pocket. 6 x 4, color photographs, paperback.
APG8514 FAMILIAR TREES EAST ..........US $9.00 CAN $11.00
APG8522 FAMILIAR TREES WEST ..........US $9.00 CAN $11.00

Other pocket guides available on request:
Birds, Animal Tracks, Mushrooms, etc.



Instant Guides
INSTANT GUIDES SERIES
Portable pocket guides that are good, handy, quick references.  Each guide: 4 x 6-1/2, 128p, color illustrations, 1999.

INSTANT GUIDE TO TREES
Covers nearly 200 of the most common N.A. trees.  Detailed illustrations of leaves, shape of tree, fruits & flowers, combined with concise text.
A8921 hardcover ..........US $3.99 CAN $5.98

INSTANT GUIDE TO INSECTS
Compact i.d. guide to the most familiar insects of N.A., from bugs to butterflies, from moths to mosquitoes, and others seen in the home, garden, city, & countryside.  Concise descriptions combine with detailed illustrations and distribution maps.
A547X hardcover .........US $3.99 CAN $5.98

INSTANT GUIDE TO EDIBLE PLANTS
A guide to the identification and uses of the most commonly found edible wild plants of North America.  Classified according to the edible part of each plant.  Includes the food uses of each species and a distribution map.
A2175 hardcover ..........US $3.99 CAN $5.98

INSTANT GUIDE TO WILDFLOWERS
Includes the most familiar species of N.A. wildflowers found around cities, roadsides, woods, & open areas.  Detailed illustrations of flowers, leaves, & shape of plant.
A6750 hardcover ..........US $3.99 CAN $5.98



Pocket Naturalist Guides
Pocket-sized guides highlight up to 150 familiar species.  Quick field references with the novice in mind.  Each guide: 3-1/2 x 8-1/2 folded, panels, color illustrations, 2000.

TREES: An Introduction to Familiar North American Species
James Kavanagh.  Highlights the most familiar, distinctive and widespread North American trees.  The majority of 100+ trees, deciduous and conifers, are native species. 2002.
PN1786 laminatted ..........US $5.95 CAN $6.95

GREAT LAKES TREES & WILDFLOWERS: An Introduction to Familiar Species
James Kavanagh.  Highlights 120+ familiar trees, shrubs and wildflower species found in nearshore habitats throughout the Great Lakes region.
PN1263 laminated ..........US $5.95 CAN $6.95

NEW ENGLAND TREES & WILDFLOWERS: An Introduction to Familiar Species
James Kavanagh.  Highlights 120+ familiar trees, shrubs and wildflower species found throughout the N.E. states.
PN1743 laminated ..........US $5.95 CAN $6.95

ANIMAL TRACKS: An Introduction to the Tracks and Signs of Familiar North American Species
James Kavanagh.  Identifies familiar animal tracks, fore print groupings with 2-5 toes, animal signs, scat, and tracks of familiar birds.
PN0720 laminated     US $5.95 CAN $6.95

EDIBLE WILD PLANTS: An Introduction to Familiar North American Species
James Kavanagh.  Highlights primarily widespread edible plants that lack poisonous mimics – nuts and seeds; fruits and berries; leaves, stems and bark; roots and tubers; seashore plants; desert and tropical plants.
PN1271 laminated ..........US $5.95 CAN $6.95

MEDICINAL PLANTS: An Introduction to Familiar Widespread Species
James Kavanagh.  Intended to help wilderness travelers respond to some of the most common ailments.  Color illustrations accompanied by short description, habitat, and remedy. 2002.
PN1905 laminated ..........US $5.95 CAN $6.95



Pocketguide to Nature Series
Jeffrey Domm.  From bugs to birds, trees to reptiles, these pocket-size guides provide key info on the creatures & plants found in parks, woodlands & wilderness areas of these regions.  A perfect companion for nature lovers of all ages who are curious to know more about the environment and the wildlife & plants of their area. 4-1/4 x 6-1/4, 96p, 100+ color illustrations, 2005.

ANIMALS, PLANTS & BIRDS IN NEW BRUNSWICK, NOVA SCOTIA & PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
N6600 paperback ..........US $9.95 CAN $9.95

ANIMALS, PLANTS & BIRDS IN SOUTHWEST ONTARIO FROM TORONTO TO WINDSOR
N6619 paperback ...........US $9.95 CAN $9.95



Fandex Family Field Guides
Portable, highly visual field guides.  Each contains a nifty deck of 50 individually die-cut cards hinged together by a plastic bolt.  Ideal or the whole family.  Package: 4-3/4 x 10-3/4, full-color photos & illustrations, 1999-2000.

TREES
Steven Aronson.  Includes four keys - leaf, bark pattern, flower, nut or seed, and photo of the full tree.  The keys, plus descriptions of habitat and more, combine to give a complete picture of N.A.’s forest and backyard trees. 
F2049 die-cut cards ..........US $9.95 CAN $10.95

WILDFLOWERS
Large, bright die-cuts - often as big as the flower or even bigger - and true-to-life colors make this a foolproof way to identify 47 of N.A.’s wildflowers. 
F4645 die-cut cards ..........US $9.95 CAN $10.95

BIRDS
Michael Robbins.  Introduces 47 species of N.A.’s birds of prey, songbirds, backyard & shore birds, covering their habitat, range, diet, nests, eggs, & conservation status.
F3975 die-cut cards ..........US $9.95 CAN $10.95
 

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