Familiar Seashells of North America (National Audubon Society® Pocket Guide)

From the National Audubon Society®, this accurate field guide is designed to help readers identify 80 common seashells found on North American coasts. A basic overview of shells is provided, covering the three major groups (gastropods, chitons, and bivalves) and offering tips on where to look and the basic equipment useful for seashell hunting. The guide features color photography, useful line drawings, and informative text. Identification methods, along with classification, range, and habitat, are discussed. The convenient size (4” x 6”) makes this series popular with hikers; the guide easily slips into a pocket or backpack.

ISBN 9780394757957 • Author: Harald A. Rehder