{"product_id":"illinois-wildlife-encyclopedia-scott-shupe-9781510728851","title":"Illinois Wildlife Encyclopedia: An Illustrated Guide to Birds, Fish, Mammals, Reptiles, and Amphibians","description":"\u003cb\u003eHere, naturalist Scott Shupe offers detailed information on all the wildlife that resides in the Prairie State. Included are over 800 color photographs, depicting the different species of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish, while also offering over 600 range maps to show their territory\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIllinois's wildlife has always played an important role in the history of human beings inhabiting the state. Native Americans depended on birds, mammals, and fish for sustenance and the state's first Europeans came in search of Beaver and buckskins. Although the state's wildlife is still an important resource for human consumption, wildlife is also increasingly important in today's culture for its intrinsic, aesthetic value. For many Illinoisans, the age-old traditions of hunting and fishing have been replaced by a desire to simply observe wildlife and experience nature. But most Illinoisans are largely unaware of the diversity of species inhabiting their state. This volume is intended to provide an introduction to the state's fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAlong with basic information for the biology of each animal, Shupe includes the size, habitat, and abundance of each species located in the state. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you're a lover of the outdoors, photography, or are looking to learn more about your state, this comprehensive guide will teach you about the wonderful wildlife that covers the water, earth, and skies of Illinois.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Scott Shupe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1510728856\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781510728851\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Skyhorse Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/07\/2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 256\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.70w x 0.80d","brand":"Scott Shupe","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":43994252345599,"sku":"9781510728851","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_9d1c295e-9f4b-4f48-8861-5f8cc17b2ca8.jpg?v=1683329035","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/illinois-wildlife-encyclopedia-scott-shupe-9781510728851","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}