The perfect pocket companion for exploring nature trails This full-colour book is the perfect companion for anyone who likes to take a close look at nature. From bugs to birds, wildflowers to reptiles, this pocket-size book gives key information on the creatures and plants found in parks, woodlands and wilderness areas of Canada's Maritime provinces. Full-colour illustrations by Jeff Domm are accompanied by concise information that offers readers the keys to quick identification of many common species. Sections *Mammals *Reptiles *Birds *Butterflies *Insects *Mushrooms *Wildflowers *Trees As in Jeff Domm's successful Formac Pocketguide to Canada's Atlantic Seashore , the pages are designed to convey information through visual and graphic keys and concise text. This book will appeal to nature lovers of all ages who are curious to know more about the environment and the wild creatures and plants of their area.
Jeffrey C. Domm is an award-winning illustrator with over thirty wildlife related books to his credit, including the children’s books Atlantic Puffin and The Hatchling’s Journey. He has been teaching illustration and drawing at NSCAD University for over sixteen years and his body of work includes illustrations for Parks Canada, Environment Canada and Canadian Wildlife Service. He lives in Cow Bay, Nova Scotia.