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Field Guide to the Piedmont

Author : Michael A. Godfrey
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 537 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781469607498

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Field Guide to the Piedmont by Michael A. Godfrey Pdf

America's most populous region is also home to some of the nation's most serenely beautiful country. Tracing a gentle, thousand-mile curve from New York City southwestward to Montgomery, Alabama, the Piedmont connects an arc of urban centers which includes five state capitals, America's largest city, and the national capital. Between the Atlantic coastal plain and the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Piedmont's rolling hills span miles of farmland and forest. Michael Godfrey's Field Guide to the Piedmont--originally published by Sierra Club Books and here newly revised and updated--is an informative and entertaining guide to the entire region's habitats, ecosystems, and rich botanical communities. Focusing on plant succession, geology, soils, climate, and the plants and animals with which we share the land, Field Guide to the Piedmont also features 180 illustrations for easy identification of the Piedmont's principal flora and fauna. A chapter describing and providing directions to over fifty sites of special interest will inspire Piedmont residents to take this field guide in hand and explore their natural surroundings. Southern Gateways Guide is a registered trademark of the University of North Carolina Press

Wildflowers and Plant Communities of the Southern Appalachian Mountains and Piedmont

Author : Timothy P. Spira
Publisher : Univ of North Carolina Press
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2011-05-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780807877654

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Wildflowers and Plant Communities of the Southern Appalachian Mountains and Piedmont by Timothy P. Spira Pdf

This richly illustrated field guide serves as an introduction to the wildflowers and plant communities of the southern Appalachians and the rolling hills of the adjoining piedmont. Rather than organizing plants, including trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants, by flower color or family characteristics, as is done in most guidebooks, botanist Tim Spira takes a holistic, ecological approach that enables the reader to identify and learn about plants in their natural communities. This approach, says Spira, better reflects the natural world, as plants, like other organisms, don't live in isolation; they coexist and interact in myriad ways. Full-color photo keys allow the reader to rapidly preview plants found within each of the 21 major plant communities described, and the illustrated species description for each of the 340 featured plants includes fascinating information about the ecology and natural history of each plant in its larger environment. With this new format, readers can see how the mountain and piedmont landscapes form a mosaic of plant communities that harbor particular groups of plants. The volume also includes a glossary, illustrations of plant structures, and descriptions of sites to visit. Whether you're a beginning naturalist or an expert botanist, this guidebook is a useful companion on field excursions and wildflower walks, as well as a valuable reference. Southern Gateways Guide is a registered trademark of the University of North Carolina Press

Field Guide to the Rare Plants of Georgia

Author : Linda G. Chafin
Publisher : University of Georgia Press
Page : 548 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Science
ISBN : 0977962105

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Field Guide to the Rare Plants of Georgia by Linda G. Chafin Pdf

Abundantly illustrated with more than 400 color photographs and 200 detailed drawings, this comprehensive guide to the state's rare and endangered plants provides photographs and botanical illustrations in a single volume formatted for field use. More than 200 species are covered, including two dozen that are federally listed and 170-plus that are listed as Threatened, Endangered, Rare, or of Special Concern by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The guide is designed for easy, nontechnical identification of species in the field. Color photographs show the plants in their natural surroundings, and drawings emphasize the most distinctive parts of the plants. Packed with information about the plants as well as their habitats and management, the guide facilitates the quick recognition of rare species, encourages awareness of their distribution and ecological significance, and provides guidelines for ensuring their survival. Additional features include directions for using the guide, a map of Georgia's counties, descriptions of the natural communities of Georgia, references for further reading, a glossary of frequently used terms, and indexes of scientific and common plant names. The guide also includes a chapter by Jennifer Ceska and University of Georgia horticulture professor James Affolter, founding members of the Georgia Plant Conservation Alliance, on horticultural requirements of rare species and the role of GPCA in their protection. This is a valuable resource for students, wildflower enthusiasts, botanists, land managers, and environmental decision makers. Each species account includes: one or more full-color photographs Georgia distribution map line drawing emphasizing such key field identification characters as leaf, stem, flower, and fruit scientific and common names legal and wetland status brief nontechnical description emphasizing key field identification characters flowering, fruiting, or sporulation period description of species habitat information on best survey season range-wide distribution Georgia conservation status management guidelines information on similar species and related rare species list of references

A Field Guide to Mushrooms of the Carolinas

Author : Alan E. Bessette,Arleen R. Bessette,Michael W. Hopping
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 773 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-02-23
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781469638546

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A Field Guide to Mushrooms of the Carolinas by Alan E. Bessette,Arleen R. Bessette,Michael W. Hopping Pdf

Mushrooms in the wild present an enticing challenge: some are delicious, others are deadly, and still others take on almost unbelievable forms. This field guide introduces 650 mushrooms found in the Carolinas--more than 50 of them appearing in a field guide for the first time--using clear language and color photographs to reveal their unique features. What's included: Hundreds of full color photographs of Carolina mushrooms Information on mushroom edibility and toxicity Microscopic information An overview of the Carolinas' role in the history of American mycology Perfect for those interested in learning more about mushrooms, the unusually large number of described species makes this book a must-have for experienced mushroom hunters as well as beginners. Here, at last, is the field guide for North and South Carolina mushrooms, from the mountains to the coast, presented in a single, portable volume.

Birds of Georgia Field Guide

Author : Stan Tekiela
Publisher : Adventure Publications
Page : 650 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-30
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781647552015

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Birds of Georgia Field Guide by Stan Tekiela Pdf

Identify Birds with Georgia’s Best-Selling Bird Guide! Make bird-watching in Georgia even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela’s famous bird guide, field identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don’t live in your area. This handy book features 146 species of Georgia birds organized by color for ease of use. Full-page photographs present the species as you’ll see them in nature, and a “compare” feature helps you to decide between look-alikes. Inside you’ll find: 146 species: Only Georgia birds! Simple color guide: See a yellow bird? Go to the yellow section Stan’s Notes: Naturalist tidbits and facts Professional photos: Crisp, stunning images This second edition includes six new species, updated photographs and range maps, expanded information, and even more of Stan’s expert insights. So grab Birds of Georgia Field Guide for your next birding adventure—to help ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.

A Field Guide to Wildflowers of the Sandhills Region

Author : Bruce A. Sorrie
Publisher : Univ of North Carolina Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780807877883

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A Field Guide to Wildflowers of the Sandhills Region by Bruce A. Sorrie Pdf

Featuring over 600 wildflowers, flowering shrubs, and vines, this user-friendly field guide is the first to focus on the rare, fragile lands and species of the Sandhills region of the Carolinas and Georgia. Characterized by longleaf pine forests, rolling hills, abundant blackwater streams, several major rivers, and porous sandy soils, the Sandhills region stretches from Fayetteville, North Carolina, southwest to Columbus, Georgia, and represents the farthest advance of the Atlantic Ocean some 2 million years ago. Wildflowers of the Sandhills Region is arranged by habitat, with color tabs to facilitate easy browsing of the nine different natural communities whose plants are described here. Bruce A. Sorrie, a botanist with over 30 years of experience, includes common plants, region-specific endemics, and local rarities, each with its own species description, and over 540 color photos for easy identification. The field guide's opening section includes an introduction to the Sandhills region's geology, soil types, and special relationship to fire ecology; an overview of rare species and present conservation efforts; a glossary and key to flower and leaf structures; and a listing of gardens, preserves, and parklands in the Sandhills region and nearby where wildflowers can be seen and appreciated. Wildflower enthusiasts and professional naturalists alike will find this comprehensive guide extremely useful. Southern Gateways Guide is a registered trademark of the University of North Carolina Press

Birds of the Carolinas Field Guide

Author : Stan Tekiela
Publisher : Adventure Publications
Page : 545 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-29
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781647550691

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Birds of the Carolinas Field Guide by Stan Tekiela Pdf

Get the Best-Selling Bird Guide for North Carolina and South Carolina Learn to identify birds in the Carolinas, and make bird watching even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela’s famous field guide, bird identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don’t live in your area. This book features 140 species of North Carolina and South Carolina birds organized by color for ease of use. Do you see a yellow bird and don’t know what it is? Go to the yellow section to find out. Book Features: 140 species: Only Carolina birds Simple color guide: See a yellow bird? Go to the yellow section Compare feature: Decide between look-alikes Stan’s Notes: Naturalist tidbits and facts Professional photos: Crisp, stunning full-page images This new edition includes more species, updated photographs and range maps, revised information, and even more of Stan’s expert insights. So grab Birds of the Carolinas Field Guide for your next birding adventure—to help ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.

A Field Guide to America's Historic Neighborhoods and Museum Houses

Author : Virginia McAlester,Arcie Lee McAlester
Publisher : Knopf
Page : 806 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Architecture, Domestic
ISBN : UOM:39015045684852

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A Field Guide to America's Historic Neighborhoods and Museum Houses by Virginia McAlester,Arcie Lee McAlester Pdf

This remarkable, information-packed architectural field guide to historic sports in the Western states comes from the authors of the perennially popular FIELD GUIDE TO AMERICAN HOUSES. The book covers 110 cities and towns with 172 historic neighborhoods and almost 200 museum houses. Over 300 illustrations and 175 maps.

Southern Wonder

Author : R. Scot Duncan
Publisher : University of Alabama Press
Page : 459 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2013-11-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780817357504

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Southern Wonder by R. Scot Duncan Pdf

Southern Wonder explores Alabama’s amazing biological diversity, the reasons for the large number of species in the state, and the importance of their preservation. Alabama ranks fifth in the nation in number of species of plants and animals found in the state, surpassed only by the much larger western states of California,Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico. When all the species of birds, trees, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, wildflowers, dragonflies, tiger beetles, and ants are tallied, Alabama harbors more species than 90 percent of the other states in the United States. Alabamais particularly rich in aquatic biodiversity, leading the nation in species of freshwater fishes, turtles, mussels, crayfish, snails, damselflies, and carnivorous plants. The state also hosts an exceptional number of endemic species—those not found beyond its borders—ranking seventh in the nation with 144 species. The state’s 4,533 species, with more being inventoried and discovered each year, are supported by no less than 64 distinct ecological systems—each a unique blend of soil, water, sunlight, heat, and natural disturbance regimes. Habitats include dry forests, moist forests, swamp forests, sunny prairies, grassy barrens, scorching glades, rolling dunes, and bogs filled with pitcher plants and sundews. The state also includes a region of subterranean ecosystems that are more elaborate and species rich than any other place on the continent. Although Alabama is teeming with life, the state’s prominence as a refuge for plants and animals is poorly appreciated. Even among Alabama’s citizens, few outside a small circle of biologists, advocates, and other naturalists understand the special quality of the state’s natural heritage. R. Scot Duncan rectifies this situation in Southern Wonder by providing a well-written, comprehensive overview that the general public, policy makers, and teachers can understand and use. Readers are taken on an exploratory journey of the state’s varied landscapes—from the Tennessee River Valley to the coastal dunes—and are introduced to remarkable species, such as the cave salamander and the beach mouse. By interweaving the disciplines of ecology, evolution, meteorology, and geology into an accessible whole, Duncan explains clearly why Alabama is so biotically rich and champions efforts for its careful preservation. Published in Cooperation with The Nature Conservancy

Field Guide to Grasses of the Mid-Atlantic

Author : Sarah Chamberlain
Publisher : Penn State Press
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2018-04-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780271081793

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Field Guide to Grasses of the Mid-Atlantic by Sarah Chamberlain Pdf

Grasses are among the most ubiquitous plants on the planet. They inhabit a wide geographic range and are found in a variety of natural habitats. The small parts of the grass flower and specialized terminology, however, can make identifying grasses a challenging endeavor. Sarah Chamberlain’s Field Guide to Grasses of the Mid-Atlantic makes identification simpler for everyone—regardless of their previous botanical knowledge. Featuring an easy-to-use dichotomous key, this is a user-friendly guide to more than 300 types of grasses found from the Blue Ridge Mountains and southern plains to the Appalachians and the Allegheny Plateau. Each major entry contains detailed species diagrams as well as common names, habitats, and distribution. The book’s opening sections outline the parts of grass flowers and describe stem, leaf, and sheath characteristics. With a wealth of illustrations, instructions on how to use the key, and a glossary of terms, Field Guide to Grasses of the Mid-Atlantic is an indispensable reference for naturalists and conservationists, botanists, land management professionals, and students and scholars of mid-Atlantic flora.

A Guide to the Historic Architecture of Piedmont North Carolina

Author : Catherine W. Bishir,Michael T. Southern
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 632 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UOM:39015052307363

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A Guide to the Historic Architecture of Piedmont North Carolina by Catherine W. Bishir,Michael T. Southern Pdf

Central North Carolina boasts a rich and varied architectural landscape. This richly illustrated guide offers a fascinating look at the Piedmont's historic architecture, covering more than 2,000 sites in 34 counties. 535 illustrations.

Kennesaw

Author : Sean P. Graham
Publisher : University Alabama Press
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-23
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780817359997

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Kennesaw by Sean P. Graham Pdf

The first in-depth ecological treatment of one of the most frequently visited National Battlefield parks in the country Designated as a battlefield in 1917 and as a park in 1935, the 2,965-acre Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park now preserves far more than the fallen soldiers and military history it was originally founded to commemorate. Written for a diverse range of readers and park visitors, Kennesaw: Natural History of a Southern Mountain provides a comprehensive exploration of the entire park punctuated with humor, colorful anecdotes, and striking photographs of the landscape. Beginning with a brief summary of the park’s human history before transitioning to a discussion of the mountain’s nature, including its unique geology, vegetation, animals, and plant-animal interactions, Graham also focuses on Kennesaw Mountain’s most important ecological and conservation attribute—its status as a globally important bird refuge. This volume addresses the complex interactions and behaviors of numerous species that live in or migrate through the park; yet it is written in a personal, lively, and entertaining style that will appeal to a wide audience. In many cases the book synthesizes information from the scientific literature and renders it in clear, comprehensible terms, making this otherwise arcane material accessible to the general public and underscoring—and hopefully increasing public appreciation for—the extensive biodiversity found in the Southeast.

Field Guide to Case Study Research in Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure

Author : Kenneth F. Hyde,Chris Ryan,Arch G. Woodside
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 590 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781780527437

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Field Guide to Case Study Research in Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure by Kenneth F. Hyde,Chris Ryan,Arch G. Woodside Pdf

This international field guide provides methods and studies on how-to-do case study research in natural settings. This text is ideal for those studying and conducting case study research in tourism, hospitality and leisure disciplines. It provides a comprehensive and practical account of how to describe, explain and predict case behavior.

From the Blue Ridge to the Beach

Author : Christopher M. Bailey,Shelley Jaye
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-03-17
Category : Geology
ISBN : 9780813700472

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From the Blue Ridge to the Beach by Christopher M. Bailey,Shelley Jaye Pdf

Seven chapters explore the diverse geology of Virginia, from its Appalachian highlands to the Atlantic shore.

Geology at Every Scale

Author : Annette Summers Engel,Robert D. Hatcher Jr.
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2018-03-30
Category : Geology
ISBN : 9780813700502

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Geology at Every Scale by Annette Summers Engel,Robert D. Hatcher Jr. Pdf

"The chapters in this guidebook are organized according to major geologic themes, starting first with field trips in the Knoxville area that highlight, in some way, local carbonates, and then by ending with field trips focused on regional tectonics that include travel to North and South Carolina and Georgia"--