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9780691156965: Common Mosses of the Northeast and Appalachians
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ISBN 10 : 0691156964 ISBN 13 : 9780691156965
Editeur : Princeton University Press, 2013

Synopsis

A comprehensive guide to the mosses of the Northeast and Appalachians

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. This accessible book allows all nature enthusiasts to make accurate identifications and gain access to the enchanting world of mosses.


  • 200 species included

  • More than 600 detailed line drawings

  • More than 400 color photographs

  • Innovative color-tabbed system for species identification

  • Illustrated species identification keys

  • Helpful tips for moss collecting

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À propos de l'auteur

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.

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Éditeur
Princeton University Press
Date d'édition
2013
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0691156964
ISBN 13 
9780691156965
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
392
Coordonnées du fabricant
Princeton University Press
https://press.princeton.edu/books

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