geographical distribution

Eighteen map spreads show the world's vegetation, both natural and cultivated.

Discusses the history, diversity, beauty, and importance of plants and what is being done to ensure the future of plants both on a local and global level.

Contains descriptions and illustrations of over four hundred species of birds found in eastern and central North America, and includes range maps, a life list, and an index of scientific and common names.

Photographs, illustrations, maps, and text help profile the different birds of North America, providing information on the distribution, physical characteristics, mating habits, feeding and breeding behavior, and vocalization of more than 800 species.

Describes the physical characteristics and habitats of birds around the world.

Photographs and text provide information about plants that live in different habitats to young readers.

Color photographs and brief text describe 130 of the most common wildflower species found in North America.

Descriptions of various dinosaurs and their fossil remains, arranged according to the continents on which they were discovered.

Presents fifty of the most unusual species of animals from around the world, including their habitats, anatomy, geographical spread and more.