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Bluegrass Land and Life

Land Character, Plants, and Animals of the Inner Bluegrass Region of Kentucky: Past, Present, and Future

By: Mary E. Wharton,Roger W. Barbour

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Bluegrass Land and Life

Land Character, Plants, and Animals of the Inner Bluegrass Region of Kentucky: Past, Present, and Future

By: Mary E. Wharton,Roger W. Barbour

The Inner Bluegrass Region of Kentucky is a shining jewel of geography—synonymous in the minds of many with the state of Kentucky. It is unique in many respects: the character of its land, its native vegetation, and its indigenous animal life. The way of life developed by its human inhabitants over the past two hundred years, especially its focus on the Thoroughbred horse, is also unique. The interaction of these two forces—natural and human—is the focus for this important work. The book includes color plates of representative plant and animal species and typical habitats. The annotated lists of 474 animal and nearly 1,200 plant species describe habitat, frequency, and distribution. Bluegrass Land and Life is a book that will delight all who share an interest in the Bluegrass region's past and present and a concern for its future.

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638

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University Press of Kentucky

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ISBN 10

081318679X

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9780813186795

The American Darters

By: Robert A. Kuehne,Roger W. Barbour

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The American Darters

By: Robert A. Kuehne,Roger W. Barbour

The darters are a fascinating group of colorful and diminutive freshwater fish whose beauty rivals that of the tropical reef fishes. Native only to North America, the darters occur widely, especially in the United States, but are little known to the general public, largely because of their small size—few exceed six inches and some measure a mere one inch at maturity. This book is the first comprehensive guide to the darters, covering all named and several undescribed forms—140 species in all. Each species account includes a synoptic description to aid in separation of similar species and subspecies, a range map, and discussion of the species' distribution, natural heritage, abundance, and scientific name. An illustrated key and glossary will further assist scientists, students, fishermen, and aquarium specialists in identifying darter species. Central to this volume is the series of 144 handsome color photographs illustrating nearly all known darter species and several subspecies. Most of the specimens shown were caught by the authors at sites throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and photographed by them on site using a recently developed technique that captures the full brilliance of the living fish. Because of their importance as indicators of environmental quality, the darters are receiving increasing attention today from scientists and naturalists. Public interest was focused recently on the plight of the snail darter, but many other darter species are either threatened or endangered, and others face an uncertain future as human activities continue to degrade our waterways. All those with an interest in preserving the natural heritage of our rivers and streams will find this comprehensive guide to the darters an invaluable tool.

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559

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University Press of Kentucky

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ISBN 10

0813188245

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9780813188249

Trees and Shrubs of Kentucky

By: Mary E. Wharton,Roger W. Barbour

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Trees and Shrubs of Kentucky

By: Mary E. Wharton,Roger W. Barbour

Finally in paperback, this authoritative volume provides a comprehensive guide to the 282 species of woody plants found in Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee, and eastern Missouri. Illustrated with more than 1,150 photographs, this book shows not only leaves and bark, but also buds, flowers, and fruits to help you recognize trees in any season. Complete with a user-friendly identification guide, this beautiful book will be valuable to both specialists and amateurs alike.

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722

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University Press of Kentucky

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0813189640

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9780813189642

Mammals Of Kentucky

By: Roger W. Barbour,Wayne H. Davis

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Mammals Of Kentucky

By: Roger W. Barbour,Wayne H. Davis

Because of its central situation in the Eastern United States and the variety of habitats to be found within its borders, Kentucky has an interesting mixture of mammals, including some characteristic of the Deep South, the West, and the North. All 63 species native to the state are described and illustrated in this volume, the fifth in a series of guides to the wildlife of Kentucky. The book is conveniently arranged by orders, families, and species, and identification is facilitated by illustrated keys and by a series of dramatic color photographs. In the account of each species, the authors describe its distinguishing features, similar species with which it might be confused, its habitat, range, characteristic behavior, and life history. Much of the information in these accounts is drawn from the authors' personal observation of the animals in the wild and, in some cases, in captivity.

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340

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University Press of Kentucky

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0813189276

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9780813189277

A Guide to the Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky

By: Mary E. Wharton,Roger W. Barbour

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A Guide to the Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky

By: Mary E. Wharton,Roger W. Barbour

A Guide to the Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky contains 500 full-color plates accompanied by descriptive captions. Each flower has been photographed to show its distinctive features for easy identification. A simple-to-follow key enables the layman to identify over 800 wildflowers and ferns with minimal effort. This handsome book is reliable and authoritative. It will provide the user many hours of pleasure in the field or at home.

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0813155584

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9780813155586

Book's by Roger W. Barbour

Bluegrass Land and Life

Bluegrass Land and Life

The American Darters

The American Darters

Trees and Shrubs of Kentucky

Trees and Shrubs of Kentucky

Mammals Of Kentucky

Mammals Of Kentucky

A Guide to the Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky

A Guide to the Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky

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