Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife & Fish Refuge: An Introduction to Common Species (A Pocket Naturalist Guide)

Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the 240,000 acre Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge winds its way through the beautiful bluff country. The 261 mile long refuge is comprised of marshes, wooded islands, bottomland forests and upland prairies providing essentialhabitat for fish and wildlife, especially migrating waterfowl. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, and invertebrates and features and area map. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.