Minnesota has an abundance of flora and fauna, including the Common Loon (the state bird), Walleye (state fish), Monarch (state butterfly), and Rusty-patched Bumble Bee (state bee). There are also over 2,100 species of plants across the aspen parklands, prairie grasslands, deciduous forests, and coniferous forests. To better acquaint you with the natural history of the North Star State, we have packaged together three portable references--Birds, Trees & Wildflowers, and Wildlife--in an attractive acetate bag. Each guide features beautiful illustrations of over 100 common species, as well as an ecoregion map showing top bird-finding, botanical, or wildlife-viewing hotspots. Laminated for durability, these lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guides comprise a comprehensive three-pack for educators, learners, naturalists, birders, botanists, and wildlife enthusiasts who wish to sharpen their identification skills and peer more closely into the fascinating lives of over 300 of Minnesota's most representative plants and animals. Made in the USA.
About the AuthorZoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh's path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.