| A Field Guide to the Southeast Coast and Gulf of Mexico: Coastal Habitats, Seabirds, Marine Mammals, Fish, & Other Wildlife A uniquely comprehensive and beautiful guide to more than 600 species of fauna and flora along the coasts of the southeastern United States and the Gulf of Mexico Features of the guide: Entries on 619 coastal and ocean species More than 1,100 color illustrations 450 up-to-date range maps Overviews of key ecological communities, including mangroves, salt marshes, beaches, sand dunes, and coral reefs Special attention to threatened and endangered species Discussions of environmental issues, including such catastrophic events as Hurricane Katrina and the Deepwater Horizon blowout Glossary Excellent organizational aids for locating information quickly |