Wild Houston
Explore the Amazing Nature in and around the Bayou City
Published on 12. October 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
352 pages
978-1-64326-111-9 (ISBN)
Description
Houston is more than just a bustling metroplex, it's full of amazing wildlife. You just need to know where to find it!
Equal parts natural history, field guide, and trip planner, Wild Houston has something for everyone. This handy yet extensive guide looks at the factors that shape local nature and profiles over 100 local species, from the Barred Owl and the Western Rat Snake to the Houston Burrowing Crayfish, the Rainbow Scareb, and the Nine-banded Armadillo.
Also included are descriptions of day trips that help you explore natural wonders on hiking trails, in public parks, and in your own backyard.
Equal parts natural history, field guide, and trip planner, Wild Houston has something for everyone. This handy yet extensive guide looks at the factors that shape local nature and profiles over 100 local species, from the Barred Owl and the Western Rat Snake to the Houston Burrowing Crayfish, the Rainbow Scareb, and the Nine-banded Armadillo.
Also included are descriptions of day trips that help you explore natural wonders on hiking trails, in public parks, and in your own backyard.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Workman Publishing
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 164 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
726 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-64326-111-9 (9781643261119)
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E-Book
09/2023
Timber Press
€14.99
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Persons
Suzanne Simpson is a Houston-based ecologist working to protect the natural landscapes that define Texas. She maintains certification as a professional ecologist from the Ecological Society of America and is a trained Texas Master Naturalist. Her favorite moments outdoors include hiking with her hound and finding snakes, but not at the same time.
John Williams is a sixth-generation Texan, born and raised in Victoria. He works with one of Texas' premier environmental and restoration companies as a lead biologist to support biological studies, threatened and endangered species assessments, environmental planning, and stream/wetland mitigation. A long-time member of the East Texas Herpetological Society, his photos have appeared in several natural history books and journals.
John Williams is a sixth-generation Texan, born and raised in Victoria. He works with one of Texas' premier environmental and restoration companies as a lead biologist to support biological studies, threatened and endangered species assessments, environmental planning, and stream/wetland mitigation. A long-time member of the East Texas Herpetological Society, his photos have appeared in several natural history books and journals.