Rick M. Harbo is one of the Pacific Northwest's leading marine writers and photographers. In this newly updated and revised second edition of Pacific Reef & Shore: A Photo Guide to Northwest Marine Life from Alaska to Northern California he continues to bring to bear his years of experience, research and expertise to provide an updated with new species, the latest scientific information, a profusion of full color photographs showcasing the more than 300 common plants and animals found in the intertidal zone off the coast of North America ranging from the Aleutian Islands, Alaska, to Point Conception, California. Each individual entry includes a description summary with information on size and habitat, and a photo for species verification, giving readers an overview of local sea life without weighing them down as they explore the shore. With Pacific Reef & Shore: A Photo Guide to Northwest Marine Life from Alaska to Northern California the intertidal coastal zones are at the fingertips of any diver, kayaker or beach stroller curious about the various plants and wildlife that dwell there. Lightweight, compact, portable, inexpensive and 'user friendly' accessible, Pacific Reef & Shore is the indispensable reference for any curious visitor to the shore and will prove to be a prized addition to personal, community, and academic library collections.