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Stokes Beginner's Guide to Bats

by by Donald & Lillian Stokes

ISBN: 0316816582
Dimensions (in inches): 0.28 x 4.55 x 7.01; 160 pages. Color photographs throughout

Whether you're intrigued by the amazing ability of bats to eat over 1,000 insects per hour or want to identify bats, either roosting or in flight, you'll find everything you need in this easy-to-use guide. The Stokes Beginner's Guide to Bats is factually, visually, and organizationally superior to any other beginner's guide. Special features include:

• Coverage of the 45 species in North America, including many endangered species

• User-friendly color tab index for quick reference

• Brilliant full-color photographs of each species roosting and in flight

• Innovative range maps

• Information about the benefits of bats, which devour thousands of harmful insects

• Plans for building a bat house and other ways to attract bats

• Details on habitat, bat biology, population trend, food preferences, and much more