NCW Libraries

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and metamorphosis of insects and examines kinds of garden insects, woodland insects, insects in the home, and others.

Both of these volumes provide field and technical keys, along with technical descriptions and photographs -- to aid both amateurs and professionals in identifying and collecting regional varieties.

"The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 species of seashells from around the world. Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to seashells of the world. Packed with more than 600 full-color photographs of over 500 species of seashells, this handy reference book is designed to cut through the complex process of identification and make it accessible...

Color photos, key features, habitat, hatch times, and fishing hints for 90 hatches common in the western U.S. and Canada, along with 169 fly patterns for matching them. Covers hatches on stillwaters, creeks, streams, and rivers in Washington, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Wyoming, California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Through color photographs and nontechnical descriptions, this book introduces visitors and residents alike to the abundant plant life in the land of bitterbrush and coyotes.

"The breathtaking beauty of mushrooms from a master forager: how to identify and use them in cooking, home remedies, and spirituality. Foraging for mushrooms is a meditative and rewarding escape. Even if readers aren't ready to head out into the woods, this enchanting visual guide is a welcome introduction to 25 easily identifiable species, organized by location and use. Author Jess Starwood has led hundreds of foraging trips, sharing her knowledge...

Enjoy learning the tools of the gem trade from two experts. As in Jewelry & Gems: The Buying Guide, Matlins and Bonanno make gem identification fun and interesting rather than "tedious"-even for those without a scientific inclination! Gem Identification Made Easy is the first and only book that explains in non-technical terms how to identify diamonds and colored gems, and how to separate natural gems from imitations, treated stones, synthetics, and...

"The Complete Language of Herbs is a comprehensive and definitive dictionary/reference presenting the history, symbolic meaning, and visual depiction of over 500 herbs and spices from around the world in one volume" -- Provided by publisher.