Habitats of the World

The essential field guide to all of Europe's major habitats-visually stunning, meticulously researched, and packed with invaluable information Europe is a place of natural wonders, from the icy expanses of the tundra to the arid beauty of deserts and the lush vibrancy of rainforests. This illustrated guide covers all the continent's major habitats, providing an invaluable resource for understanding and preserving its breathtaking landscapes, ecosystems, and wildlife. Unlike standard habitat classification systems that focus solely on plant communities, Habitats of Europe offers a unique approach to understanding habitats by combining animal assemblages with descriptions of habitat structure, climate, soils, and vegetation. Perfect for nature lovers and ecologists. Whether you're a seasoned ecologist or a curious nature lover, this one-of-a-kind field guide will inspire you to explore and protect the rich biodiversity of Europe. • Features engaging, fact-filled descriptions of 56 major habitats • Includes a wealth of climate graphs, silhouettes, and breathtaking color photos • Presents an easy-to-use system for assessing and understanding habitats-developed in collaboration with experts in conservation, birding, and tour guiding • Encourages the reader to look beyond individual species and understand the intricate interactions that define each ecosystem • Makes habitat science accessible to a wider audience, enticing the reader to discover more about the continent and its ecology • An ideal travel companion for birders, naturalists, and wildlife enthusiasts • The go-to reference for conservation organizations, ecologists, and policymakers Dale Forbes is a lifelong naturalist and conservationist. He is head of strategic marketing at Swarovski Optik. Iain Campbell is a professional nature guide and habitat ecologist whose books include Habitats of Africa and Habitats of North America (both Princeton) and multiple bird guides. Pete Morris is a highly regarded bird tour guide and wildlife photographer. He is the coauthor of Birds of Madagascar. "BirdWatching Magazine Book of the Month" "Guides such as this should be a standard part of a well-stocked library."---David Gascoigne, Travels with Birds

A richly illustrated field guide to all of North America's major habitats-packed with invaluable information to help you get the most out of your outdoor adventures Whether you're a birder, naturalist, outdoor enthusiast, or ecologist, knowing the surrounding habitat is essential to getting the most out of your experiences in the field. This compact, easy-to-use guide provides an unparalleled treatment of the wonderfully diverse habitats of North America. Incisive and up-to-date descriptions cover the unique features of each habitat, from geology and climate to soil and hydrology. Requiring no scientific background, Habitats of North America offers quick and reliable information for anyone who wants a deeper understanding and appreciation of the habitats around them. • Covers 81 major North American habitats, including wetlands and oceanic habitats • Features hundreds of color photos of habitats and their wildlife, a wealth of helpful diagrams and illustrations, and a detailed distribution map for each land habitat • Concise text provides all the information you need to identify and understand habitats anywhere in North America quickly and accurately • Discusses iconic and indicator species of birds, mammals, and plants • Includes an in-depth section on habitat classification-invaluable for ecologists • Representative habitat accounts describe what you can expect to see and experience there • Formatted like a field guide for easy reference Phil Chaon is a professional nature guide and the author (with Iain Campbell, Ken Behrens, and Charley Hesse) of Habitats of the World (Princeton). Iain Campbell is a professional nature guide and habitat ecologist whose books include (with Ken Behrens and Keith Barnes) Habitats of Africa (Princeton) and multiple bird guides. Ben Knoot is an award-winning photographer, naturalist, and wildlife tour leader. "The coverage of habitat types is impressive, comprehensive while being succinct, and incredibly well illustrated. In fact my first perusual of the book was simply to go through it page by page basking in the pictures."---David M. Gascoigne, Travels with Birds "A MUST-HAVE for anyone with an interest in the natural history of North America!"---Ian Paulsen, The Birdbooker Report "Uniquely spanning the entire continent, Habitats of North America, is a comprehensive and invaluable resource for anyone with an interest in the diverse ecosystems here. . . . Highly recommended."