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A Field Guide to Eastern Butterflies (Peterson Field Guides) - Softcover

Opler, Paul A.

 
9780395632796: A Field Guide to Eastern Butterflies (Peterson Field Guides)

Synopsis

This newly designed field guide features descriptions of 524 species of butterflies. One hundred color photographs as well as 348 color range maps accompany the species descriptions. The 541 color paintings clearly show even the most minute field marks. Introductory chapters include information on butterfly gardening, habitats, and conservation.

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About the Author

Roger Tory Peterson, one of the world's greatest naturalists, received every major award for ornithology, natural science, and conservation as well as numerous honorary degrees, medals, and citations, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Peterson Identification System has been called the greatest invention since binoculars. These editions include updated material by Michael O'Brien, Paul Lehman, Bill Thompson III, Michael DiGiorgio, Larry Rosche, and Jeffrey A. Gordon.

Roger Tory Peterson, one of the world's greatest naturalists, received every major award for ornithology, natural science, and conservation as well as numerous honorary degrees, medals, and citations, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Peterson Identification System has been called the greatest invention since binoculars. These editions include updated material by Michael O'Brien, Paul Lehman, Bill Thompson III, Michael DiGiorgio, Larry Rosche, and Jeffrey A. Gordon.

Vichai Malikul, who was born in Bangkok, Thailand, is a scientific illustrator at the Department of Entomology of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.

Synopsis

Describes over 500 species of butterflies found east of the Great Plains, discussing their physical appearance, development, food, flight period, and location.

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