The New Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California : Completely Revised and Expanded
The New Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California : Completely Revised and Expanded
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Author(s): Sept, J. Duane
ISBN No.: 9781990776076
Pages: 432
Year: 202307
Format: Trade Paper
Price: $ 41.33
Dispatch delay: Dispatched between 7 to 15 days
Status: Available

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. The millions of people living on and visiting California's coastline now have an up-to-date, easy to use, guide in exploring the abundant seashore life right under their noses. The totally NEW 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-color 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 characteristics; and information on its size, habitat, range and interesting notes including behavior. There are also sections on understanding tides, intertidal habitats and tips on how to observe seashore life in an environmentally friendly manner. Scientifically accurate, yet simple and straightforward in approach, this totally NEW 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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