You'll learn to recognize the lobed leaf of an oracle oak, the webbed tracks of a river otter, and the fine, cream-colored tentacles of a frilled anemone.

Discover the intense beauty of the natural world with this marvelous exploration of North American flora and fauna. This illustrated guide is overflowing with detailed information and gorgeous vintage-style visuals, from infographics about rainfall and animal print pattern keys to detailed portraits of different bird species and tips for recognizing constellations. Divided into five sections—Trees; Flowers, Fruits, and Ferns; Mammals and Birds; The Ocean; and The Night Sky—this spectacular nature companion contains every morsel of knowledge needed for you to become a "knowledgeable steward of the wild." (HC)