The Natural History of North America [antikvár]

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North America covers a vast proportion of the world's land area, & includes an enormous range of habitats & species. Many families of mammals originated in North America -- including the horse -- most of which have now spread elsewhere. Other wildlife entered North America from South America. A number of unusual reptiles inhabit the USA. North America has more than 700 species of birds & several thousand species of flowering & non-flowering plants. Climate, land forms, & vegetation vary tremendously. Even urban areas are here revealed to be rich in wildlife. With more than 230 full color photos, plants, animals, & regions are easily identifiable. Maps pinpoint key habitats.