A Field Guide to the Mammals: North America North of Mexico

by William Henry Burt, Richard Philip Grossenheider (Illustrations), Roger Tory Peterson (Editor)

Descriptions of 380 species include size, weight, color, markings, number of teeth, habitat, habits, and comparisons with similar species. Superb color illustrations and line drawings show 230 animals. Range maps as well as photos of skulls and drawings of animal tracks, dens, nests, and burrows round out the wealth of information given in "the best general guide to all of North America" (Peter Warshall, Whole Earth Review).

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Science, Field Guides, Wildlife, Nature, American

289 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1952

Reviews

[Angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

A decent first look or reference for an older edition.

[Dyann · Rating 5 out of 5]

I purchased this book because of my wildlife management studies, along with other field guides and I would highly recommend it to anyone. Even if you simply have an interest in wildlife, it's a great book. A lot of information, details, and excellent illustrations.

[Jobiska (Cindy)]

I have an earlier (3rd) edition...always find the Peterson guides useful references.