National Audubon Society Pocket Guide: Insects and SpidersA portable, comprehensive field guide--brimming with concise descriptions and stunning color photographs, and designed to fit into your back pocket--from the go-to reference source for over 18 million nature lovers. The National Audubon Society Pocket Guide: Insects and Spiders is the essential pocket-size guide to 80 of the most abundant and colorful insects and spiders in North America. Small enough to fit in your back pocket and featuring stunning full-color photographs and concise descriptions, this handy guide is the ideal companion for any outdoor excusion, and perfect for beginners and experts alike. |
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National Audubon Society Pocket Guide: Insects and Spiders National Audubon Society No preview available - 1988 |
National Audubon Society Pocket Guide: Insects and Spiders National Audubon Society No preview available - 1988 |
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