Description: 50 Keystone Fauna Species of the Pacific Northwest by Collin Varner A keystone species is an organism that defines and supports an entire ecosystem, filling a vital ecological niche. Without these species, ecosystems would be radically altered or even collapse. This full-color, pocket-sized field guide by best-selling naturalist Collin Varner highlights fifty keystone birds, mammals, amphibians, insects, fish, shellfish, and mollusks found across the Pacific Northwest bioregion. Species profiled include the American crow, bald eagle, American beaver, California sea lion, sea otter, orca, coyote, grizzly bear, giant Pacific octopus, Chinook salmon, Pacific tree frog, Pacific banana slug, and mixed bumblebee. Each entry features clear photography, etymology, descriptions, habitat information, and risks and warnings. This convenient and easy-to-use reference is perfect for walkers, hikers, campers, beachcombers, sailors, paddlers, and whale watchers and important for raising awareness of the need to conserve and protect these vital species. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Collin Varner is a horticulturalist/arboriculturalist. Over his forty-year career, he worked at the University of British Columbias Botanical Garden, assumed responsibility for conserving twenty-five thousand trees across campus, and taught courses in native plant studies. Now retired, Varner is an avid photographer, world traveler, and best-selling author of The Flora and Fauna of the Pacific Northwest, Edible and Medicinal Flora of the West Coast, and Invasive Flora of the West Coast. Promotional A compact, user-friendly guide to ecologically significant animal species of the Northwest Coast Details ISBN0295752890 Author Collin Varner Pages 128 Publisher University of Washington Press Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780295752891 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-05-28 Imprint University of Washington Press Subtitle A Pocket Guide Place of Publication Seattle Country of Publication United States Illustrations 1 Maps; 100 Illustrations, color Audience Professional & Vocational US Release Date 2024-05-28 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159933662;
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