Stokes Beginner's Guide to Bats

ISBN: 0316816582

Author: Stokes, Lillian Q.

Condition: New

A pocket-size, brilliantly colorful, simple-to-use guide to bats, containing dozens of full-color photographs that enable readers of all ages to identify the most common species; range maps; tips on the best times to view bats, information on habitat needs, life cycle, food preferences; and much more.Whether you're intrigued by the amazing ability of bats to eat over 1,000 insects per hour or want to identify bats roosting or in flight, you'll find everything you need in this easy-to-use guide. The Stokes Beginner's Guide to Bats is factually, visually, and organizationally superior to any other beginner's guide. Special features include: Coverage of the 45 species in North America, including all of the endangered species User-friendly color tab index for quick reference Brilliant full-color photographs of each species Information about the benefits of bats, which devour thousands of harmful insects Up-to-date range maps Plans for building a bat house and other ways to attract bats Details on habitat, bat biology, food preferences, and much more

• Paperback work with a wealth of information on bats | Color photographs and area maps help you identify bats in your area | Includes a section on attracting bats, and information on building a bat house | Offers information on bat behavior and life cycles | A great addition to any bat lover's library