The everyday naturalist how to identify animals, plants, and fungi wherever you go

"A step-by-step guide to identifying animals, plants, and fungi by learning how to spot and record key traits and characteristics, for nature lovers, amateur naturalists, and citizen scientists"--

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Lupa (Author)
Other Authors: Lalinde, Ricardo Macia (Illustrator)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: [Berkeley], California : Ten Speed Press, [2025]
Edition:First edition.
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Table of Contents:
  • Why do we need everyday naturalists?
  • A brief history of nature identification in Western science
  • Getting started with identification
  • Heading into the field
  • How to identify animals
  • How to identify plants
  • How to identify fungi
  • Mistaken identities : slime molds, lichens, and other oddities
  • Troubleshooting : confusing critters, wrong IDs, and more
  • Using your powers for the forces of good : citizen science and science communication.