Florida Wildlife Encyclopedia - An Illustrated Guide to Birds, Fish, Mammals, Reptiles, and Amphibians by Scott Shupe

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The Florida Wildlife Encyclopedia by Scott Shupe is a hardcover nature guide featuring over 700 color photographs and more than 600 range maps. It provides detailed biological information on birds, fish, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians found in Florida. The book explores the historical relationship between humans and Florida's wildlife, from Native American subsistence to European exploration and 19th-century plume hunting. It also examines the decline of species like the American alligator due to commercial exploitation and highlights the growing cultural appreciation for observing wildlife. With 264 pages and dimensions of 8.7 inches wide by 11 inches tall, this illustrated reference serves as an introduction to Florida’s freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity.

• hardcover format
• 700+ color photographs
• 600+ range maps
• published 2019
• illustrated nature guide