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- Amphibians/Reptiles - Northwest
- Birds - Northwest - Oregon - Specific regions
- Fish - Northwest - Oregon - Specific regions
- Flowers - Northwest - Specific regions
- Insects - Northwest - Oregon
- Mammals - Northwest - Oregon
- Marine Life - Northwest - Oregon
- Nature - Northwest - Oregon - Specific regions
- Plants - Northwest - Oregon - Specific regions
- Trees - Northwest - Oregon - Specific regions
Amphibians/Reptiles - Northwest
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Seattle Audubon Society, 2005597.8 A526p 200546 species of amphibians including their distribution, habits and habitats. Color photographs.
- Brown, Vinson
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Collier Books, (1976)599 B881sDescriptions, range, habitat and narrative life stories of polar bears, seals, otters, whales and turtles.
- Corkran, Charlotte C.
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Amphibians of Oregon, Washington and British Columbia: a field identification guide, revised editionLone Pine Pub, (2006(597.8 C799a 2006Frogs, toads and salamanders are important indicators of the environment. A fully revised edition of this innovative field guide describes the life histories, habitat requirements and vulnerabilities of amphibians in the Pacific Northwest.
- Nussbaum, Ronald A.
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University Press of Idaho, (1983)597.6 N975aBlack & white photos, habitat, life history and distribution of 62 species.
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Seattle Audubon Society, (1995)597.9 R4265Frogs, toads and salamanders are important indicators of the environment. this fully revised edition of this innovative field guide describes the life histories, habitat requirements and vulnerabilities of amphibians in the Pacific Northwest.
- St. John, Alan D.
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Lone Pine Pub., (2002)597.909795 S143r 2002A richly photographed guide to the reptiles, snakes and turtles found in Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Oregon and parts of Montana, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Colorado and California. It features photographs of the animal, as well as range maps and notes on identification, variation, distribution, habitat, behavior and similar species.
- Stebbins, Robert C.
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Houghton Mifflin, (2003)597.90978 S811f 2003With more than 500 species and subspecies, this guide offers the most comprehensive treatment of reptiles and amphibians of western North America ever published. 166 full-color illustrations. 46 color photos. Line drawings.
Birds - Northwest
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A. A. Knopf, (1998)598.2 U21nw 1998These bestselling photographic field guides have become the birding bibles of more than four million enthusiasts. Virtually every bird found in North America is brought to life in a full-color photograph and with textual information on the bird's voice, nesting habits, habitat, range, and interesting behaviors. Accompanying range maps; overhead flight silhouettes; sections on bird-watching, accidental species and endangered birds make these the most comprehensive field guides to birds available. The Western Edition covers the Rocky Mountain range and all the states to the west of it.
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National Geographic, (2006)598.09797 N277 2006Featuring as many as 175 birds apiece and nearly 300 photographs, illustrations and maps, this handy, informative book adds two Pacific Northwestern states to National Geographic's growing series of field guides. This guide provides birders with quick and easy access to the kind of specific facts and savvy advice that they need: a regional map of birding hotspots; a knowledgeable introduction by a local expert on which birds to look for, where to find them, and what to focus on when they appear; a section on birding basics, field identification, and how to make the best use of the guide and its resources; scores of individual entries with photographs of each bird, recognition tips, and notes on behavior, habitat, and particular sites; and two indexes: one color-coded, the other alphabetical with life list boxes.
- Baron, Nancy
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Lone Pine, (1997)598.0971 B265bbBeautiful colored illustrations of birds, divided by bird type, featuring seasonal occurrence and range.
- Baron, Nancy
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Lone Pine, (1997)598.09795 B265bpBirds along the coast of British Columbia and Washington from the Cascades to the sea, divided by bird type and illustrated.
- Bosakowski, Thomas
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Frank Amato Publications, (2002)598.909795 B741r 200235 species are covered with range maps, status, habitat, nesting, and each with color photos.
- Bull, John L.
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FalconGuide, (2006)598.0978 B935e 2006The perfect identification guide for beginner and casual birdwatchers of all ages The authors all renowned experts have carefully chosen 350 of the most common birds seen in backyards in the woods and near water.
- Cassin, John
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Texas State Historical Association, (1991)598.2 C34i 1991Beautiful illustrated plates of birds reproduced from originals by Cassin and others.
- Contreras, Alan
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Oregon State University Press, (1997)598.09795 C764nThis first guide to birds that winter in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and southern British Columbia offers a summary of winter status and distribution information for nearly 380 regularly occurring species. The book also includes tips on winter birding sites and photographs of unusual winter birds.
- Farrand, John
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McGraw-Hill, (1988)598.2978 F241wAn Audubon handbook, including color photographs of each species, and detailed descriptions of field marks for birders.
- Griggs, Jack L.
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HarperPerennial, (1998)598.0978 G857a 1998Up-to-date information on all the species seen in neighborhoods, parks and roadsides. Spectacular, full-color illustrations by America's finest bird artists.
- Griggs, Jack L.
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HarperPerennial, (2000)598.0978 G857as 2000More than 100 species--all the most commonly seen birds along mountain hiking trails of the western United States and Canada.
- Griggs, Jack L.
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HarperPerennial, (1999)598.176 G857ap 1999Common birds of beaches, harbors, bays and marshes.
- Harrison, Hal H.
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Houghton Mifflin, (1979)598.25 H319fw 1979The nests and eggs of all the common birds found west of the Mississippi are covered in detail - 520 species in all. More than 400 photographs show the nests and eggs in their typical habitats. Descriptive text includes color, shape, and number of eggs for each species, plus information on nesting materials, construction, and dimensions.
- Paulson, Dennis R.
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University of Washington Press: Seattle Audubon Society, (1993)598.33 P332sIn depth coverage of 42 major species of birds along the water's edge, divided by type.
- Peterson, Roger Tory
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Houghton Mifflin, (1990)598.2 P48fnm 1990Includes all species found in North America west of the 100th meridian and north of Mexico. Featuring the unique Peterson Identification System, Western Birds contains 165 full-color paintings that show more than 1,000 birds from 700 species. Summer and winter ranges, breeding grounds, and other special range data are shown on easy-to-read range maps.
- Sibley, David
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Knopf, (2003)598.0978 S564s 2003Essential information and thousands of illustrations, with at least six views of each species. 4,000+ full-color illustrations. 550 maps.
- Stokes, Donald W.
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Little, Brown, (1996)598.2978 S874sDesigned for birdwatchers, the guide includes color photos, range maps and nesting and feeding habits.
- Thommasen, Harvey
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Harbour, (2004)598.0971 T465b 2004Treasury of exceptional, large-format photographs with an informative text that moves beyond simple identification to probe deeper into the lives of our feathered friends. It examines birds in their environments, noting what they do, and where and when they can be found.
- Vezo, Tom
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Rio Nuevo Publishers, (2002)598.9097 V597b 2002Vezo's extraordinary photographs and Sutton's authoritative text depict and describe more than 35 species of eagles, hawks, falcons, vultures, and owls indigenous to the West.
- Waldon, Bob
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The Mountaineers, (1994)598.2 W165fGuide to attracting and feeding winter birds of the Pacific Northwest.
- Wassink, Jan L.
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Mountain Press, (1995)598.29795 W323bA field guide to 197 common and distinctive bird species of the Pacific Northwest mountains, including parts of northern California, Oregon, Washington, and southern British Columbia.
- Wauer, Roland H.
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University of Texas Press, (2000)598.09795 W354b 2000Identifies the birds at northwestern national parks, with instructions on where and how to find them.
Birds - Oregon
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Oregon State University Press, (2006)598.09795 B618 2006Although heavily referenced with approximately 4,000 literature citations, Birds of Oregon is written in nontechnical language and will appeal to a broad audience, including birders, wildlife biologists, land managers, conservationists, naturalists, hunters, and wildlife enthusiasts in general.
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Cinclus Publications, (1994)598.29795 B6185A substantial list of Oregon's birds with information on breeding and migration patterns, and sighting records.
- Burrows, Roger
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Lone Pine Pub., (2003)598.09795 B972b 2003328 of the state's most common or notable bird species are featured. Each account includes full-color illustrations, a range map and detailed information on feeding, voice, nesting, best sites for viewing, habitat and similar species.
- Contreras, Alan
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Oregon Field Ornithologists, (1996)598.09795 C764po 1996A capsule summary of the status of Oregon birds. They are listed by type of bird.
- Evanich, Joseph E.
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Portland Audubon Society, (1990)598.07 E92bEvanich's book for serious birders explores the state of Oregon with maps, illustrations and tips that are useful for finding those off-the-beaten-path birding locations.
- Rakestraw, John
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Falcon, (2007)598.07234 R162b 2007Over 200 birding sites, and include samples from all the major ecoregions in Oregon. All sites listed in the book meet three criteria: They offer consistently good birding, are located on public land or on land open to the birding public, and are accessible in a normal passenger car.
- Tekiela, Stan
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Adventure Publications, (2001)598.09795 T266b 2001130 of the most common birds of Oregon including full page illustrations and field notes on each species.
- Tice, William
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W. Tice, (1999?)598.09795 T555b 1999A directory of Oregon sewage ponds with directions and parking instructions.
Birds - Specific regions
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Oregon State University Press, (2006)598.09795 B6176 2006The essential guide for anyone -- backyard birder or serious observer -- interested in the birds of western Oregon. This comprehensive guide describes the one hundred best birding sites in the county and provides basic information about each species known to have occurred in Lane County.
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Oregon Field Ornithologists, (1992)598.2 B634 1992A list of birds includes observations and spotting tips.
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Oregon State University Press, (2005)598.09797 B618 2005The first comprehensive reference work on the state's birds to be published in more than fifty years.
- Bell, Brian H.
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Lone Pine Pub. International, (2006)598.09797 B433b 2006Full page accounts with color illustrations and range maps for 320 birds that occur in Washington on a regular basis. Quick reference guide, organized into color-coded family groups.
- Contreras, Alan
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Oregon Field Ornithologists, (1996)598.09795 C764bm 1996Species accounts of those birds found in Malheur County.
- Faxon, Darrel
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Gahmken Press, (1991)598.29795 F281bc v. 1Detailed spotting records from 1973 to 1990.
- Fisher, Chris C.
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Lone Pine Pub., (1996)598.2 F5258b 1996Lavish, full-color illustrations and clear, enjoyable descriptions on 125 common and interesting species around the Seattle area. This book includes quick ID tips, songs and calls, notes on habitat, nests and food, similar species listings, birdspotting checklist, bird feeding hints and tips on how to find the best birding spots in the area.
- Fitchen, John
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Catalyst, (2004)598.09795 F546b 2004This guide for birdwatchers is arranged by location. The checklist of birds contains all the species recorded and assigns a spotting difficulty code to each bird.
- Jewel, Nancy Meyer
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Pickleweed Press, (1997)598.09795 J591s 1997Color line drawings accompany a lengthy description and identification guide for birds and flowers of the Metolius Basin.
- Lewis, Mark G.
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Mountaineers, (1987)598.07 L675bHandy guide for the beginner, plus a complete checklist for serious birders. Maps show birding locations; beautiful line drawings.
- Littlefield, Carroll D.
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Oregon State University Press, (1990)598.2 L77bExhaustive report on the 312 species recorded at the refuge by the man who has become a legendary figure to western birders and an internationally recognized expert on the birds of Malheur.
- McNair-Huff, Rob
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Globe Pequot Press, (2005)598.07234 M169b 2005As the first stop in the continental U.S. for birds migrating along the Pacific Flyway, Washington offers a wide range of birding opportunities and species, from the typical fall migrations of ducks and geese to the convergence of millions of shore birds in Grays Harbor each spring.
- MacRae, Diann
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Gulf Pub. Co., (1995)598.09797 M174b 1995Listings of the resident, migrant, and rare birds found in every region in any season. There are also pen-and-ink illustrations, plenty of location maps, explicit driving directions, detailed site descriptions, and bird checklists.
- Nehls, Harry B.
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R.W. Morse Company, (2004)598.09795 N395b 2004A pocket-sized photographic guide to the birds of the Willamette Valley region with full-page color photographs of each bird and accompanying identification information. Covers over 200 birds located in the 9 counties of the valley but also covers the birds of Southwest Washington. Includes the basics of bird watching, attracting birds to your yard, selecting binoculars, and a regional checklist. Written by local birding experts. Perfect for beginning and intermediate birders.
Fish - Northwest
- Behnke, Robert J.
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American Fisheries Society, (1992)597.55 B419nVery detailed descriptions of all the species and subspecies ranging from Mexico to Alaska and inland through Colorado with large color plates.
- Busch, Robert
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Key Porter Books, (2000)597.56 B977s 2000A dedicated naturalist writes on the natural history of the Pacific salmon and the state of today's fishing industry. He examines the reasons for their decline and a full account of salmon biology, migration, conservation and management.
- Childerhose, R. J.
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University of Washington Press, (1979)597.55 C536pAn in depth study of salmon and it's species, including life history, biology, environment and management. Color line drawings of each species are included.
- Eschmeyer, William N.
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Houghton Mifflin, (1999)597.0979 E74f 1999More than 600 species are described in detail, with more than 525 illustrations. This is the guide for quick, reliable identification of fishes that you'll encounter while fishing, snorkeling, diving, or even strolling along a Pacific Coast beach. A Peterson Guide.
- Goodson, Gar
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Stanford University Press, (1988)597 G655f507 fishes in full color designed for fish watchers including skin and scuba divers, fishermen and school children.
- Gotshall, Daniel
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Sea Challengers, Inc., (2001)597 G684p 2001A color photograph illustrates a description and an identification guide to each fish.
- Gotshall, Daniel
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Sea Challengers, (1997)597.0979 G684u 1997A field guide consisting entirely of photographs of 142 of the most common easily visible fishes of the Pacific Coast.
- Humann, Paul
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New World Publications, (1996)597.0979 H918cThe most comprehensive fish ID guide ever published for the west coast of the United States. More than 270 superb color photos are presented in the popular, award winning quick reference format.
- Lamb, Andrew
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Harbour Pub. Co., (1986)597.0979 L218cIf you are a fisherman, a diver or a naturalist, this is the book for you. Entertainingly readable, the text succeeds in providing easy and accurate information.
- Lewis, Adam
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Sasquatch Books, (1994)597.55 L673sBeautiful nature photographs highlight the life history of the salmon.
- Naito, Hiromi
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Mountaineers, (1995)597.56 N159sA short narrative history and life cycle of the sockeye followed by beautiful color photos of the Sockeye in its habitat.
- Quinn, Thomas P.
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University of Washington Press, (2005)597.56 Q7b 2005Esteemed fisheries expert Quinn distills essential information about salmon, steelhead, and cutthroat trout from the vast scientific literature.
- Steelquist, Robert
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Sasquatch Books, (1992)597.55 S814fBasic life history information about Pacific coast salmon including species descriptions.
Fish - Oregon
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Oregon State University Extension Service, (1998)333.956 S669 1998In newspaper format, a description of Oregon's salmon including history, conservation efforts, salmon farming, hatcheries, commercial and recreational fishing, predators, and habitat.
- Bond, Carl E.
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Oregon State University Extension Service and Agricultural Experiment Station, (1984)597.0926 B711f 1984A small field guide which combines short descriptions with simple line drawings of the general outlines and main distinguishing features or markings, range and it's potential for food or sport.
- Bond, Carl E.
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Oregon State University, Agricultural Experiment Station, (1994)597.0979 B711k 1994A key to the identification of freshwater Oregon fishes.
Fish - Specific regions
- Wydoski, Richard S.
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American Fisheries Society in association with University of Washington Press, (2003)597.176 W978i 2003Information on all 91 fishes found in Washington- Life history accounts that apply to the majority of fishes in Idaho, Oregon, and British Columbia- 103 color illustrations- 73 state distribution maps- Keys for identifying specimens, with illustrative diagrams and instruction in basic methods of fish identification- Life histories, and ecological information related to distribution and habits.
Flowers - Northwest
- Blackwell, Laird R.
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Globe Pequot Press, (2006)582.13097 B632g 2006With 350 stunning color images and descriptive text, Laird Blackwell reveals the diversity and beauty of the Great Basin through its wildflowers. This book is a handy introduction to the region's plants for beginners and a fascinating study of the ecosystem that will appeal to experts.
- Brown, Paul Martin
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University Press of Florida, (2006)584.4 B879wp 2006Whether beginner or professional, curious orchid hunters will be able to locate the nearly 50 species to be found in a wide variety of this region's local habitat--from seashore to temperate rain forest to alpine meadow. All information is presented in a simple, straightforward style and with ample illustration so that proper identification is a snap.
- Clark, Lewis J.
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Harbour Pub., (2002)582.13 C593Lf 2002Latin names, highly readable descriptions and glossy color photographs are included with each species.
- Clark, Lewis J.
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Harbour Pub., (2003)582.13 C593Lfw 2003Packed with more than 100 exceptionally large, superb color photographs, making them essential tools for identifying the common flowering plants of the mountains, forests and woodlands of the region. Each photograph is accompanied by a concise description of the flowering plant's appearance, size and range. With useful overviews of the habitats, as well as glossaries and indexes, this compact guide will captivate you with the beauty of the wild flowers of the Pacific Northwest.
- Clark, Lewis J.
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Gray's Pub., (1974)582.13 C593LmwColor photographs, descriptions, and ranges of 86 moisture loving plants of the Northwest.
- Clark, Lewis J.
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Harbour Pub., (2004)582.13 C593Ls 2004Descriptions, diagrams and surprisingly large color photos of almost 100 flowering plants of the coastal region stretching from northern California to southern Alaska. Combining scholarly rigour with a conversational prose style, this easy-to-use guide will appeal to experienced botanists and afternoon strollers alike.
- Fagan, Damian
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Falcon Pub., (2006)582.1309795 F151p 2006More than 350 color photographs detailed line drawings and helpful informative text this book introduces more than 300 of the most common wildflowers of the lush Pacific Northwest region Glossaries and primer on plant identification are included.
- Faust, Ralph
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Museum of North Idaho, (1999)582.13 F267w 1999Organized by color and number of petals. Well-indexed and easy to use.
- Horn, Elizabeth L.
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Mountain Press Pub. Co., (1993)582.13 H813c 1994With over 200 color photographs covering 164 plants, this guide introduces seaside visitors and residents to the most common wildflowers and flowering shrubs of the rugged Pacific shore.
- Manning, Harvey
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Mountaineers Books, (2002)582.1309795 M283m 2002A flip format guide with glossy photos and descriptions of 87 wildlfowers of forests and meadows.
- Munz, Philip A.
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University of California Press, (2003)582.13 M971i 2003268 species are described and illustrated by a new color photograph, a precise line drawing, or both. Includes native and introduced species of wildflowers, common trees, and shrubs.
- Strickler, Dee
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Flower Press, (1993)582.13 S917wFeatures wildflowers along the roads and highways of the Pacific Northwest.
- Turner, Mark
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Timber Press, (2006)582.1309795 T949w 2006Featuring more than 1,200 stunning color photographs, this comprehensive field guide describes and illustrates 1,220 species commonly encountered in the Pacific Northwest, both native and nonnative, including perennials, annuals, and shrubs.
- Ulrich, Larry
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Companion Press, (1999)582.13 U45w 1999Renowned for its luxuriant coastal rainforest, the Pacific Northwest also sustains an array of wildflower habitats ranging from mountains to deserts to river canyons. In this collection of flower portraits, landscape photographer Larry Ulrich and nature writer Susan Lamb share their favorites among the shy as well as the showy flora they have discovered in exploring Oregon, Washington, and western Idaho. Born of abundant moisture from the ocean and long hours of summer sunlight, the wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest region represent biodiversity in terms we can appreciate. Not only charming but useful, flowering plants play key roles in the green and growing world around us.
- Visalli, Dana
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Hancock House, (2005)582.1309795 V822n 2005This guide to identification is divided by color, and contains a photograph of each flower in close-up, and of the plant.
- Visalli, Dana
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Hancock House, (2005)582.1309795 V822nd 2005Gives brief descriptions and lots of pictures of wildflowers and flowering shrubs growing from our very dry area to those on the east slopes of the Cascades that are a bit higher and wetter.
Flowers - Specific regions
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Bureau of Land Management, (1997)582.1309797 W317w 1997Contains excellent plant lists for suggested trips to a variety of locations.
- Blackwell, Laird R.
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Lone Pine Pub., (2000)582.13 B632w 2000This guide to 130 wildflower species of Mount Rainier is beautifully photographed with clear, detailed descriptions and notes on common and scientific names, similar species and distribution.
- Hill, Clara Chapman
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Seattle, University of Washington Press, (1958)581.979 H64sStudy of the flora/wildflowers/shrubs in the lower Columbia River Valley of the Pacific Northwest.
- Jolley, Russ
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Oregon Historical Society Press, (1988)582.13 J75w744 color illustrations and notes on abundance, habitat locations within the Gorge, and blooming seasons for all the species.
- Lyons, C. P. (Chester Peter)
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Lone Pine, (1999)582.13 L991ww 1999From seashore to mountain peak, the wild, untended blossoms of Washington flourish throughout the growing season. This easy-to-use guide by the late Chess Lyons is loaded with brilliant color photographs and complete descriptions of nearly 500 species.
- Ross, Robert A.
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Timber Press, (1988)582.13 R825wPractical field guide to a rich wildflower area, this book combines useful plant descriptions with truly spectacular photographs. All the wildflowers are found on Oregon's Iron Mountain in the Cascades, but the book is useful throughout the region.
- Sharpe, Grant William
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University of Washington Press, (1959)581.979 S53onLine drawings and descriptions of park wildflowers.
Insects - Northwest
- Acorn, John
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Lone Pine, (2001)595.709795 A185b 2001A fun-filled field guide into the creepy-crawly world of the bugs of Washington and Oregon. Learn about 125 of the coolest bugs you might encounter in the great outdoors of the Northwest.
- Glassberg, Jeffrey
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Butterflies through binoculars: the West : a field guide to the butterflies of Western North AmericaOxford University Press, (2001)595.789 G549bw 2001Highly informative and featuring an extensive array of photos, this field guide offers a comprehensive display of all the magnificent butterflies of the western region, stretching from the plains of middle America to the Pacific coast and from southwestern Canada all the way to the Hawaiian islands. 1,052 photos.
- Haggard, Peter
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Timber Press, (2006)595.709795 H145i 2006With coverage from southwestern British Columbia to northern California, from the coast to the high desert, this invaluable field guide, featuring more than 600 superb color photographs, describes more than 450 species of common, easily visible insects.
- Hinchliff, John
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Evergreen Aurelians, (1996)595.789 H659dw 1996For each species a map of Washington indicates where specimens have been collected. An appendix lists the general habitat of each species.
- Lewis, Robert Earl
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Oregon State University Press, (1988)595.775 L6758f 1988A comprehensive, scientific study of fleas of the region.
- Miller, J. C.
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Forest Health Technology Enterprise Team, U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, (2003)595.78139 M648L 2003Identification of caterpillars and adults.
- Neill, William A.
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Pacific Search Books, (1976)595.78 N413bColor photographs of 65 common butterfly species with accompanying short descriptions.
- Neill, William A.
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Mountain Press Pub. Co., 2007595.789097 N413b 2007A field guide to the 118 most commonly encountered butterflies in the Pacific Northwestdefined here as Washington, Oregon, and contiguous parts of California, Nevada, Idaho, and Canada. The clear, precise text and abundant color photographs allow for identification of both male and female adults as well as caterpillars, pupae, and eggs.
- Neill, William
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Westcliffe Publishers, (2001)595.789097 N413g 2001Each species is shown in a color photo taken in its natural habitat. He treats the more common species and leaves the intricate details of identifying the more difficult species to other books.
- Opler, Paul A.
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Houghton Mifflin, (1999)595.789 O61f 1999Includes more than 590 species, illustrated in lifelike positions on beautiful new color plates. With descriptions of all the butterflies that occur west of the 100th meridian in the United States and Canada, this guide has accurate information on ranges, habitats, flight seasons, food plants, and more. Brand-new color range maps and more than 100 color photographs accompany the species descriptions.
- Pyle, Robert Michael
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Seattle Audubon Society, (2002)595.789097 P996b 2002This definitive work on the butterflies of the Northwest is the long awaited successor to Robert Michael Pyle's much-loved Watching Washington Butterflies, also published by the Seattle Audubon Society. Butterflies of Cascadia is much more ambitious, a comprehensive guide to the entire Pacific Northwest region. Containing more than 600 color photographs as well as superb paintings and spread specimens for almost every species, this book identifies and illuminates the entire Northwest fauna.
Insects - Oregon
- Dornfeld, Ernst John
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Timber Press, (1980)595.789 D713bFor those interested in the world of butterflies at any level. The photographs show every species of butterfly known to occur in Oregon.
- Hinchliff, John
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Evergreen Aurelians, (1994)595.789 H659d 1994For each species a map of Oregon indicates where specimens have been collected. An appendix lists the general habitat of each species.
Mammals - Northwest
- Christensen, James R.
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University Press of Idaho, (1982)599 C555mGorgeous large line drawings of mammals of the northwest.
- Eder, Tamara
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Lone Pine Pub., (2002)599.09795 E22m 2002This comprehensive guide to the mammals of Washington and Oregon features 156 species organized in seven major groups; hoofed mammals, whales, carnivores, rodents, hares and pikas, bats, and insectivores and opossums. Supported by full-color illustrations and range maps, the easy-to-read text provides detailed descriptions of each species, along with notes on habitat, food, young and similar species. Quick identification is aided by a reference guide at the front of the book.
- Hartson, Tamara
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Lone Pine Pub., (1999)599.36 H335s 1999A detailed guide to 65 squirrel species found west of the Mississippi. Color illustrations accompany notes on behavior, habitat and ecology of each species.
- Ingles, Lloyd G.
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Stanford University Press, (1965)599 I52mComplete account of the mammals of the three Pacific states (California, Oregon, and Washington), this work is in two parts. Part 1 deals with morphology, classification, and geology. Part II gives brief descriptions of the various species, supplemented by dichotomous keys and pictorial keys. The book contains 260 photographs, line drawings, range maps, and pictorial keys.
- Kritzman, Ellen B.
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Pacific Search Press, (1977)599 K92LLiitle mammals include shrews, moles, rabbits, hares and rodents. It is divided by habitat type.
- Larrison, Earl Junior
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Seattle Audubon Society, (1976)599 L33mEach chapter is devoted to a particular mammal group. A general account of the group, notes on the habits, ecology, etc. of representative species, and other general information is combined with field identifiers and range descriptions.
- Maser, Chris
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Oregon State University Press, (1998)599.09795 M396m 1998For each species of mammal, the book provides a physical description and detailed information on distribution, habitat, and behavior. The book is illustrated with over one hundred photographs of mammals and their tracks, dens, nests, and young.
- Russo, Ron
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Nature Study Guild, (1987)591.51 R969pThese pocket-sized Nature Study Guides describe plants and animals in easy-to-understand language. They include drawings, keys, terms, symbols, and glossaries.
- Savage, Arthur
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Johns Hopkins University Press, (1981)599 S263wCovering 70 representative species of mammals of the west. Full page photos of each species accompany a narrative description and a range map.
Mammals - Oregon
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Pacific Northwest Forest and Range Experiment Station, U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, (1981)599 N285A dynamic picture of the habitats, ranges, habitat requirements and the life histories of the 96 species that inhabit the coast.
- Verts, B. J.
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University of California Press, (1998)599.09795 V568L 1998Provides a basic reference to mammalian life in the northwestern U.S., with descriptions of 136 extant or recently extirpated species. 122 color and 36 b&w photos, 140 maps, 150 drawings.
Marine life - Northwest
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Harbour Pub. ; Higher Porpoise Design Group, (2001)599.5 M338p 2001Depicts all fifty species of living marine mammals known to inhabit these waters, including the smallest (the sea otter, from the order Carnivora) and the largest (the blue whale, from the Mysticeti suborder of Cetacea). Here, featured in beautiful, full color illustrations and photos, are all the whales you are likely to see in BC and the Pacific Northwest.
- Behrens, David W.
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Sea Challengers, (1991)594.36 B421p 1991Colorful but also very informative book on the nudibranchs of the US Pacific coast. 217 species are included. The text is extensive and includes a good section of background information on the nudibranchs. For each species, identification features, radula, size and range are discussed.
- Dewees, Christopher M.
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Sea Challengers, (1984)597 D516pThis classic book on the Japanese art of fish printing known as Gyotaku gives information on 32 of the most commercially important fish and shellfish families. There is at least one full-page Gyotaku fish print for each family. It also includes background on fish structure, biology, ecology, and commercial fishing for each family.
- Eder, Tamara
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Lone Pine Pub., (2001)599.5 E22w 2001Whether you venture out on the high seas or observe nature from the shore, you'll enjoy this full-color guide to the whales, dolphins, seals, sea-lions and other aquatic mammals that populate the coastal waters of the Pacific Northwest. Designed to enhance your whale-watching experience, the book includes a Quick Reference Guide, tips for spotting whales and illustrated dive sequences. You'll also find information on myths surrounding whales, the history of human interaction with whales and contemporary concerns regarding these giant cetaceans.
- Ford, John K. B.
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Killer whales: the natural history and genealogy of Orcinus orca in British Columbia and Washington.University of Washington Press, (2000)599.536 F699k 2000A beautiful book for anyone interested in whales, their habitat and their behavior. Focusing on the Orcas of the Pacific Northwest, this book details their lives from what they eat, to their social habits. It includes a wonderful photo chart of all the Northwest Orcas still alive when this book was published.
- Gordon, David G.
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Sasquatch Books, (1996)594.11 G662fThis fully illustrated field guide describes the animal's complex feeding behaviors, its family tree and life cycle, and its internal and external anatomy.
- Gotshall, Daniel
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Sea Challengers, (1994)592.0979 G684g 1994This field guide covers the common subtidal invertebrates that are found from Alaska to central Baja California. Contains descriptions and photographs of 253 species representing 11 phyla of animals without backbones and one class of vertebrate animals, the tunicates.
- Hafele, Rick
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Oregon Trout, (1996)595.7 H138g 1996This guide was designed to improve the ease and accuracy of macroinvertebrate identifications, especially for people with minimal or no training in taxonomy. It presents color photographs of the 45 most commonly collected macroinvertebrates found in wadable streams of the Pacific Northwest.
- Harbo, Rick M.
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Harbour Pub., (2003)578.7699 H255p 2003Arranged for quick identification with color-coded sections, this ingenious guide has written descriptions of each organism, with size, habitat and interesting facts conveniently placed next to its photo. The indispensable companion for divers, kayakers and beach strollers alike.
- Harbo, Rick M.
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Harbour Publishing, (1997)594.09795 H2557sThis easy to follow, full-color guide introduces the more than 250 species of mollusks found along the beaches and shallow waters of the Pacific Northwest.
- Jensen, Gregory C.
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Sea Challengers, (1995)595.384 J54pThis paperback contains excellent pictures and brief descriptions of many crabs and shrimp from along the Pacific coast. Sections are arranged by animal group. Includes a short glossary.
- Kozloff, Eugene N.
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University of Washington Press, (1996)592.0973 K889m 1996A comprehensive guide to the marine invertebrates of the Pacific Northwest. Nearly 4,000 species are described, a good number of which are illustrated with photographs or drawings.
- Kozloff, Eugene N.
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University of Washington Press, (1993)578.770975 K88s 1993From Monterey Bay to northern British Columbia, zoologist Eugene Kozloff describes the common plants and animals that inhabit rocky shores, sandy beaches, and quiet bays and estuaries.
- Lamb, Andrew
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Harbour Pub., (2005)578.77 L218m 2005The most comprehensive collection of photographs of the Pacific Northwest marine life published.
- Lambert, Philip
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UBC Press, (1997)593.9 L222s 1997Devoted to sea cucumbers in the waters of British Columbia, southeast Alaska and northern Washington. Suitable for anyone interested in coastal marine life. Photographs and illustrations help identify each species; a special color section features the more colorful species in their natural habitats.
- Lambert, Philip
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UBC Press, (2000)593.9 L222ss 2000Describes 43 species and subspecies of sea stars in the coastal waters of northwestern North America. Lambert has expanded the geographic area to include the region from Glacier Bay in southeastern Alaska to the waters of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Puget Sound in northern Washington.
- Niesen, Thomas M.
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Gulf Pub. Co., (1997)578.770975 N6763bWith a bounty of color photographs, black and white photographs, detailed illustrations, and fact list, this guide paints a complete picture of the seaside creatures and plants that inhabit the Pacific Northwest's beachfronts.
- Sept, J. Duane
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Madeira Park, B.C.: Harbour Pub., (1999)578.7699 S479b 1999Concise beautifully illustrated guide that aids in identifying the most common intertidal animals and plants of British Columbia, Washington and Oregon.
- Sheldon, Ian
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Lone Pine Pub., (1998)591.92 S544s 1998A spectacular guide to the Pacific Northwest's intertidal life with full-color illustrations of 150 species and concise descriptions of mammals, jellyfish, starfish, arthropods, worms, seaweeds and more.
- Spalding, David A. E.
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Harbour Pub., (1998)599.5 S734w 1998Provides a broad overview of whale natural history, with particular reference to species found in the waters of the Pacific Northwest. Here is a book that will answer every question you ever had about whales and dolphins of the west coast.
- Wrobel, David
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Sea Challengers, (1998)592.0973 W957p 1998A guide to the common gelatinous zooplankton of the west coast that may be encountered by divers, boaters, naturalists, teachers, scientists, students, and others with an interest in marine invertebrates. The gelatinous groups included are the cnidarian jellies, the comb jellies, pelagic gastropods, and the pelagic tunicates. Most species in the book are relatively common, but does include some that are rarely seen.
- Yates, Steve
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Sasquatch Books, (1998)591.77 Y34m 1998Here is the one field guide everyone in the Northwest -- locals and visitors alike -- should own. Comprehensive yet easy to use, it provides clear descriptions and over 350 detailed illustrations of the marine wildlife commonly seen around the inland waters of Washington, British Columbia, and Southeast Alaska -- in the sea, in the air, and along the shores. Actually five field guides in one, Marine Wildlife covers mammals, fishes, seabirds, seaweed, and invertebrates.
Marine life - Oregon
- Mohler, June E.
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Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife. Marine Resources Program, (1997)577.69 M6984g 1997A field guide about Oregon's rocky intertidal areas. Contains numerous drawings and photographs of common representatives of Oregon's marine flora and fauna and includes intertidal distributions within Oregon for the species.
Nature - Northwest
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Smithsonian Books, (2004)581.63 P419 2004Presents the latest information on the use of native plants, the history of crops and their uses, and the impact of humans on their environment. It not only contributes to our understanding of the lives of prehistoric people, it serves as a guide for designing environmentally sustainable lives today.
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Oregon State University Press, (2001)591.709795 W673 2001Compiles and synthesizes in a single convenient, comprehensive volume a vast amount of diverse information on 593 wildlife species and their relationships with the 32 terrestrial, freshwater, and marine habitat types of Oregon and Washington.
- Ewing, Susan
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Alaska Northwest Books, (1993)599.09795 E95gA delightful invitation to discover the Northwest's wild creatures on their own terms, with essays and descriptions of over 100 easy-access places to view wildlife as they migrate, court, feed, and tend their young.
- Halfpenny, James C.
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Falcon, (1999)591.479 H169sp 1999Written descriptions for scat tracks and signs of species from California to British Columbia.
- Harper, Alice Bryant
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Bay Leaves Press, (1988)594.38 H293bThis small book describes the slug's morphology, biology and its habitat.
- Leeson, Tom
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Farcountry Press, (2004)591.9797 L487w 2004The Leesons bring us moments of Washington's diverse fauna from every natural environment across the state, from the Pacific shore and Puget Sound into the Olympic rain forests, over the Cascade range and down into the vast plains of the Columbia Basin.
- Lichen, Patricia K.
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Sasquatch Books, (2001)508.795 L698p 2001Birds that walk underwater. Slugs that mate while suspended in midair. Frogs who star on Hollywood soundtracks. The Pacific Northwest abounds in natural wonders, and here are field guides as interesting as the world they describe. Filled with both amazing and amusing true-life tales about Northwest plants and animals.
- Link, Russell
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University of Washington Press, (2004)591.9795 L756L 2004Homeowners, property owners and property managers now have a valuable reference that provides information on 68 species of animals--how to attract, identify, manage and coexist with them.
- Nelson, Dan A.
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Mountaineers Books, (2000)591.53 N425p 2000Describes the habits and haunts of bears, cougars, lynx, bobcats, coyotes, and wolves in an effort to dispel myths about them which negatively impact their odds for survival. An insightful look into the background of current predator controversies, offering readers a better understanding of the species that inhabit the wild areas of the Pacific Northwest.
- Munger, Susan H.
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Artisan, (2003)581.978 M966c 2003The book skillfully chronicles Lewis' obsession with plant collecting, often in his own words, and botanically accurate watercolors display the salient features often noted in Lewis's journal. This beautiful guide will appeal to natural history buffs and gardeners alike.
- Pandell, Karen
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Mountaineers, (1981)591.479 P189a 1981Info on 40-50 animals common to each region.
- Saling, Ann
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WestWinds Press, (1999)508.795 S165g 1999A fun, take-along guide filled with fascinating facts about Washington, Oregon, and Idaho: rain forests to desert, geoducks to rattlesnakes, mariposa lilies to fireweed.
- Sheldon, Ian
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Lone Pine Pub., (1997)591.479 S5444aConcise descriptions of the animals and their tracks are combined with detailed drawings of the front and back prints, stride patterns and other important identifying aspects. Each animal is captured in accurate black-and-white illustrations, including pattern and print comparisons. A perfect guide for teachers, parents, hikers and urban adventurers.
Nature - Oregon
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Oregon State University Press, (2001)591.9795 A881 2001The standard reference on Oregon wildlife provides interested citizens with a basic understanding of wildlife species.
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The Program, (1995)333.95 R221 1995The book is divided into animal and plant sections. The sections begin with a description of the animal and plant programs in the state and are followed by the main list of animals and plants.
- Leeson, Tom
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Farcountry Press, (2005)591.9795 L487o 2005Oregon Wildlife Portfolio is a distillation of the most unique and evocative shots in the Leeson's collection, from snow geese in Klamath Wildlife Refuge to gray whales migrating off the rugged coast, from Roosevelt elk wending their way through pristine rain forests to diminutive pikas collecting their winter cache on the Cascades? talus slopes. Species rare and common are captured amid breathtaking surroundings; the stunning photography is supplemented by informative captions.
- Yuskavitch, James
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Falcon Press, (1994)591 Y95o 1994Includes detailed descriptions of each viewing site and its wildlife, maps and access information, helpful wildlife viewing tips, and beautiful color photographs of Oregon's diverse wildlife and natural areas.
Nature - Specific regions
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Metro, (1997)570.9795 C734 1997Includes information on plants, fish, waterbugs, reptiles and amphibians, birds, and mammals of the Smith and Bybee Lakes area of Portland.
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Oregon State University Press, (2002)917.9504 E96 2002This beautifully illustrated field guide introduces 85 sites and includes a wealth of information on the plants, wildlife, and natural attractions to be found in Washington County's Tualatin River Basin.
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Friends of Tryon Creek State Park, (1994)917.9549 F716A natural history of the park which includes geology, flora and fauna, with line drawings and includes a checklist of plants and animals.
- Anderson, Dave
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Audubon Society of Portland, Oregon, (1979)574.526325 A546fField guide and history of the Oaks Bottom area of Portland. Includes information on soils, vegetation, and a checklist of birds.
- Lackaff, Sally L.
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Left Coast Group, (1998)591.9795 L141w 1998Hand-written and illustrated observations of flora and fauna along the North Oregon Coast.
- Pohs, Keith
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Northwest Mountain Works, (2000)917.9573 P748w 2000A comprehensive guidebook to the climate, geology, flora, and fauna of northeastern Oregon's Wallowa Mountains. Line drawings are included.
- Yocom, Charles Frederick
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Naturegraph Publishers (1971)570 Y54wContains over 400 illustrations and color plates of plants, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. Covers the Cascade Mountain region of British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, and northern California.
Plants - Northwest
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Ten Speed Press, (1991)579.6 A769a 1991Full-color illustrated guide to identifying 200 western mushrooms by their key features.
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Lone Pine Pub., (2004)581.979 P714 2004This best-selling field guide features 794 species of trees, shrubs, wildflowers, aquatics, grasses, ferns, mosses and lichens found along the coast from Oregon to Alaska. Color photographs and line drawings help you identify and learn about the fascinating plants of the Pacific Northwest coast. Engaging notes on each species describe aboriginal and other local uses of plants for food, medicine and implements, along with the unique characteristics of each plant and name origins.
- Earle, A. Scott
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Farcountry Press, (2003)581.978 E12L 2003Follows the Corps of Discovery's trail, focusing on the plant specimens that Capt. Meriwether Lewis collected. Seasonal color photographs illustrate complete botanical descriptions of each plant, which are accompanied by quotes from Lewis's journal about it, along with comments from scientists of his day and since.
- Franklin, Jerry F.
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Oregon State University Press, (1988)581.979 F83n 1988Major vegetational units of Oregon and Washington and their environmental relationships are described and illustrated.
- Gilkey, Helen Margaret
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Oregon State University Press, (2001)581.979 G47ha 2001The genera and species have been arranged alphabetically within families, and the longer keys have been numbered. As in earlier editions, hundreds of excellent line drawings illustrate the key characteristics of various plants found between the Cascade mountains and Pacific Coast in Washington and Oregon as far south as the Umpqua divide.
- Harthill, Marion P.
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Naturegraph Publishers, (1975)588.2 H328cDescribes and illustrates 68 mosses in the woods and mountains of the Pacific states, British Columbia, and Alaska.
- Kozloff, Eugene N.
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Timber Press, (2005)581.9795 K888p 2005Definitive guide to the rich and varied plant life of the Pacific Northwest from the shores of the Pacific Ocean east to the crest of the Cascades, and from northwestern California through Oregon, Washington, and into British Columbia.
- McKenny, Margaret
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University of Washington Press, (1987)589.2 M17n 1987This handbook was designed to answer the amateur mycologist's two most important questions: "What is it?" and "Is it good to eat?" In this completely revised and enlarged edition, Joseph Ammirati, a colleague of the late Dr. Stuntz, has provided descriptions of new genera and species as well as new full-color photographs for all of the 200 species described.
- Phillips, Wayne
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Mountain Press Pub. Co., (2003)581.978 P564p 2003With excerpts from the journals and nontechnical descriptions, "Plants of the Lewis and Clark Expedition" mixes history with botany and invites readers to see the wildflowers, shrubs, and trees as the explorers first saw them, from indigo bush in Missouri to feather boa kelp on the Pacific Coast.
- Schalkwijk, Helene M. E.
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Lone Pine, (1994)589.2 S297m 1994This book covers over 500 species of mushrooms found in the Pacific Northwest and western Canada, from Minnesota to the Pacific Coast and from Alaska south to California. Each plant is described in detail, including information on habitat, distribution, identification and edibility. The text is accompanied by exquisite color illustrations. Indexes for common names, genera and species, as well as an illustrated glossary, are also included.
- Schofield, W. B.
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Global Forest Society in association with the University of Washington Press, (2002)588.3 S367f 2002A guide to liverworts covering an area from California to Alaska.
- Smith, Alexander Hanchett
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University of Michigan Press, (1975)589.2 S64fA guide to finding and identifying mushrooms found west of the Great Plains.
- Taylor, Ronald J.
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Mountain Press Pub. Co., (1990)581.65 T245nDescribes and illustrates the prominent weeds of the north-western United States and adjacent Canada. It includes information on the origin, distribution, aggressiveness, and edibility of each weed, and full-color photographs.
- Vitt, Dale H.
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Lone Pine; Univ. of Washington Press, (1988)586 V851mThis compact little field guide contains concise introductions to morphology as well as ecology and methods of study.
Plants - Oregon
- Ross, Charles Robert
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Federal Cooperative Extension Service, Oregon State College, (1959)587.3 R82fPhotographs and illustrations combine with brief descriptions to provide a field guide. Includes common and taxonomic names.
- Wiedemann, Alfred M.
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Oregon State University Press, (1999)581.979 W64p 1999Identifies those plants most likely encountered and serves as a general introduction to the ecology of dune areas. The first two sections explain the natural history of dunes and describe plant communities associated with dunes and how they change over time. The final section provides an easy-to-use key to ninety common dune plants. Each species profile includes a photograph, a detailed description, and information on habitat and range.
Plants - Specific regions
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Mountaineers/San Juan Preservation trust, (1993)581.9797 A877w 1993Illustrates with line drawings and describes more than 190 wildflowers, shrubs, trees, and grasses common to the San Juan Islands, Gulf Islands and Southern Vancouver Island.
- Biek, David
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Oregon State University Press, (2000)581.9797 B586f 2000This comprehensive guide provides a complete listing of the 871 species of native and introduced plants found in Mount Rainier National Park, with keys, line drawings, and descriptions for identification.
- Mansfield, Donald H.
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Oregon State University Press, (2000)581.9795 M287f 2000A significant contribution to Oregon and Great Basin flora, this comprehensive field guide identifies plants of Steens Mountain and surrounding areas in southeastern Oregon, including Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, Diamond Craters, and the Alvord Desert.
Trees - Northwest
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Portland Garden Club, (1996)582.16 T7864 1996This pocket-sized book briefly describes the most common forest tree species. The charts include leaves, fruit, bark, habitat, and uses.
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Oregon State University Press, (2001)582.16097 G474w 2001Offers a unique wintertime guide for identifying plants during the months that they lack the leaves and flowers that most field guides rely on.
- Arno, Stephen F.
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Mountaineers Books, 2007582.16097 A751n 2007Superb drawings enhance this study of the 36 conifers and broadleaves native to the Pacific NW. Includes an illustrated key and explains how each species adapts to its environment.
- Beatty, Chris
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Ecopress, (1999)585.2 B369e 1999The Ecopress Complete Guide to Native Conifers of rile Pacific Northwest is a rugged laminated bi-fold card that has all the information needed to identify all 34 species of conifers that inhabit the Northwest from extreme northern California to the southern portions of British Columbia. A built-in ruler and close up views of cones and needles combine with succinct descriptions to result in rapid and sure identification.
- Bever, Dale N.
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Binford & Mort, (1981)585.2 B571nPresents a very different approach to conifer identification. The whole book is a dichotomous key with a detailed color photograph present at every option of the key. The back of the book is devoted to the species with a good large photograph of each species in the wild with its identifying characteristics.
- Grescoe, Audrey
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Roberts Rinehart Publishers, (1997)585.2 G831gThis colorful compendium of big tree lore celebrates the mammoth trees of California & the Pacific Northwest, the tallest trees on earth.