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The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California

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The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California

By: J. Duane Sept

The California coast is one of the world's richest, most diverse habitats for intertidal marine life. It is also the site of one the world's greatest population concentrations and tourist destinations. Until now, the many millions of people living on and visiting California's coastline have gone without a guide to aid in exploring the abundant seashore life right under their noses. The revised edition of The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California changes everything. In a book that is as visually stunning as it is informative, Duane Sept dedicates full-colour photographs and thorough descriptions to each of the most common plants and animals to be found along the saltwater shores of California. Each entry includes the most useful common names for the species along with the scientific or Latin name; a description of its distinguishing physical features or behaviour; and information on its size, habitat and range. There are also sections on understanding tides and intertidal habitats, lists of the best beachcombing sites in California and tips on how to observe seashore life in an ecologically friendly manner. Scientifically accurate, yet simple and straightforward in approach, The revised edition of The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California is the perfect companion for every interested observer - the family or the school group, the Sunday beach-walker or the career naturalist.

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Harbour Publishing Company

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1550174967

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The New Beachcomber’s Guide to the Pacific Northwest

Second Revised Edition

By: J. Duane Sept

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The New Beachcomber’s Guide to the Pacific Northwest

Second Revised Edition

By: J. Duane Sept

A new edition of the bestselling beachcomber’s companion, updated with additional species, new information and photographs of West Coast seashore life, sure to enhance any trip to the beach! The Pacific Northwest coast is home to one of the most diverse displays of intertidal marine life in the world, including sponges, clams, snails, crabs, sea stars, sea anemones, jellies, fishes, seaweeds and more. The New Beachcomber’s Guide to the Pacific Northwest is a portable and easy-to-use reference for searching out and identifying the hundreds of species of seashore life found on the beaches of British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Northern California and Southeast Alaska. Covering the Pacific Northwest’s most common shoreline-dwelling flora and fauna, the guide gives in each entry a detailed description of appearance and habitat accompanied by colour photos for easy identification of any creature you might encounter as you explore your local beach. Additional details about each species are included. Simple but essential information on tides and the various habitats within the intertidal zones is also provided to assist beachcombers in exploring safely without harming the creatures they are watching. Thoroughly revised and packed with handy and accessible information, this guide belongs in the beach bag or backpack of any avid naturalist, amateur beachcomber or adventurous family.

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1990776744

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9781990776748

The New Beachcomber’s Guide to Seashore Life of California

Completely Revised and Expanded

By: J. Duane Sept

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The New Beachcomber’s Guide to Seashore Life of California

Completely Revised and Expanded

By: J. Duane Sept

Newly revised and updated, this guide to the most common animals and plants of the California seashore is a must-have companion for any curious beach visitor. Look no further than The New Beachcomber’s Guide to Seashore Life of California for the essential tidal guidebook. More than 270 of the sponges, molluscs, crustaceans, sea stars, sea anemones, jellies, fishes, seaweeds and other flora and fauna you’re likely to see are described here in concise detail, and each is photographed in splendid colour for identification in the natural habitat. This book contains an additional comprehensive guide to California’s best beachcombing sites and their distinctions, serving as an all-inclusive and beautifully informative resource. A perfect gift for yourself or any other beach walkers in your life, The New Beachcomber’s Guide to Seashore Life of California will delight casual and expert naturalists alike.

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1990776086

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The New Beachcomber's Guide to the Pacific Northwest

By: J. Duane Sept

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This new edition of the bestselling beachcomber's companion is updated with numerous additional species, new information and photographs of West Coast seashore life, sure to enhance any trip to the beach!

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Book's by J. Duane Sept

The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California

The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California

The New Beachcomber’s Guide to the Pacific Northwest

The New Beachcomber’s Guide to the Pacific Northwest

The New Beachcomber’s Guide to Seashore Life of California

The New Beachcomber’s Guide to Seashore Life of California

The New Beachcomber's Guide to the Pacific Northwest

The New Beachcomber's Guide to the Pacific Northwest

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