Description
Identify marine life of the North Atlantic Coast with this pocket-size guide.
Whether youre strolling along the beach, wading across a tidepool, or snorkeling with your family, youre bound to encounter a variety of marine life. If youre curious about the underwater organisms you see, then Life on Intertidal Rocks by Cherie Hunter Day is just what you need. With the handy, easy-to-use book, you can identify intertidal plants and animals.
The booklet begins with introductions to intertidal zones, intertidal species, and tidepools,
followed by brief discussions of important aspects of intertidal life, such as water temperature and food. A field guide section presents nearly 100 species of marine life, organized by zones/habitats and groups such as algae, crabs, mussels, sea stars, and sponges. Determine which zone and habitat you are in, then turn to the correct section and compare the organism youve found with the species shown. Cheries professional illustrations and visual descriptions help you to identify each species.
This guide is applicable to the intertidal zone of the North Atlantics rocky coast, from Rhode Island north to the Bay of Fundy, including Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Nova Scotia.
Book Features:
Simple guide to marine life identification
Nearly 100 species of intertidal plants and animals
Introductions to intertidal zones, tidepools, and more
Professional illustrations with key markings for identification
Small format that fits into a pocket or pack
Author: Cherie Hunter Day
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Nature Study Guild Publishers
Published: 04/08/2025
Series: Nature Study Guides
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.1lbs
Size: 4.00h x 5.90w x 0.25d
ISBN: 9780912550558
Language: English
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