The natural history of Big Sur / Paul Henson and Donald J. Usner ; illustrations by Valerie A. Kells.
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TextPublication details: Berkeley : University of California Press, c1993.Description: xvi, 416 p. : ill. (some col.), maps 24 cmISBN: - 520074661
- QH 105.C2 .H398 1993
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Aklatang Emilio Aguinaldo-Information Resource Center | QH 105.C2 .H398 1993 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | 9ALRC201100910 |
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
This is a natural history of the area of rugged California coastline and wild mountains known as Big Sur. The first section introduces the area's geology, climate, flora, fauna and human history. The volume then describes selected sites, trails and features. Although Big Sur is world famous for awe-inspiring scenery, it is less known for its great ecological diversity and its significance as a haven for many species of terrestrial and marine wildlife. In no other part of the world do fog-loving coastal redwoods thrive on one slope of a canyon while arid-climate yuccas grow on the other. Similarly, sea otters and cormorants live near dry-climate creatures like canyon wrens and whiptail lizards. "www.alibris.com"
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