A Field Guide to Seashells and Shellfish of The Pacific Northwest
Product Code: BK-FGSSPN
Rick M. Harbo
ISBN: 9781550174175
This compact, waterproof field guide by Rick M. Harbo is an excellent identification reference for beachcombers, marine naturalists, shell collectors, students, and anyone exploring the Pacific Northwest coastline. Designed for use on the beach, it helps users quickly identify the most common seashells and shellfish found from Alaska to California.
Key Features:
- Durable waterproof, laminated 8-panel fold-out guide
- Full-color photographs for rapid field identification
- Covers the most common Pacific Northwest shells and shellfish
- Compact pocket-sized format for field use
- Easy-to-follow identification layout
- Includes notes on habitat, distribution, and natural history
Unlike many pocket guides, this field guide includes practical identification aids such as:
- Color photographs of live animals and shells
- Identification tips based on shell shape and texture
- Habitat information
- Conservation notes
- Information on edible shellfish