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Common Mosses of the Northeast and Appalachians
Karl B McKnight
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Description for Common Mosses of the Northeast and Appalachians
Paperback. Series: Princeton Field Guides. Num Pages: 392 pages, 400+ color photos. 600+ line illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBE; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 116 x 29. Weight in Grams: 580.
This is the first book to help general readers recognize 200 common mosses of the Northeast and the Appalachian Mountains. With just this field guide, a hand lens, and a spray bottle--no microscopes necessary--readers will be able to identify and name many of the common species of mosses growing in the region's backyards, parks, forests, wetlands, and mountains. At the heart of this guide is an innovative, color-tabbed system that helps readers pick out small groups of similar species. Illustrated identification keys, colorful habitat and leaf photos, more than 600 detailed line drawings, and written descriptions help differentiate the species. ... Read more
This is the first book to help general readers recognize 200 common mosses of the Northeast and the Appalachian Mountains. With just this field guide, a hand lens, and a spray bottle--no microscopes necessary--readers will be able to identify and name many of the common species of mosses growing in the region's backyards, parks, forests, wetlands, and mountains. At the heart of this guide is an innovative, color-tabbed system that helps readers pick out small groups of similar species. Illustrated identification keys, colorful habitat and leaf photos, more than 600 detailed line drawings, and written descriptions help differentiate the species. ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
392
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Series
Princeton Field Guides
Condition
New
Weight
580g
Number of Pages
392
Place of Publication
New Jersey, United States
ISBN
9780691156965
SKU
V9780691156965
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About Karl B McKnight
Karl B McKnight is associate professor of biology at St. Lawrence University. Joseph R. Rohrer is professor of biology at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Kirsten McKnight Ward is a third-generation botanist/field guide author and professional artist. Warren J. Perdrizet is a recent graduate of St. Lawrence University with a BS in biology.
Reviews for Common Mosses of the Northeast and Appalachians
"With a 10X loupe and this book, an entire new world can be opened to even a seasoned naturalist."
DRK, Wildlife Activist "Since this is the first moss field guide for the eastern states covering most common species, it fills a need for those interested in these plants."
Choice "I have no doubt that this guide will become a trusted field companion ... Read more
DRK, Wildlife Activist "Since this is the first moss field guide for the eastern states covering most common species, it fills a need for those interested in these plants."
Choice "I have no doubt that this guide will become a trusted field companion ... Read more