Redwood National and State Parks: An Introduction to Familiar Plants and Animals - Paperback

by James Kavanagh (Author), Waterford Press (Author), Leung Raymond (Illustrator)

Redwood National and State Parks are a string of protected forests, beaches and grasslands along Northern California's coast. The tallest tree in the world, the redwood, is just one of the thousands of species of plants and animals that inhabit the diverse habitats found in these parks. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of wildlife and includes descriptions of the key distinguishing features that help visitors identify and learn more about the natural world in this dramatic setting. Affordably priced at $7.95, this 12-panel laminated folding guide is great for use while visiting the parks. Made in the USA.

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OC - Ocean - cold ocean water, offshore seastacks, rocky shores and sand
beaches provide a wide-range of habitats for marine-associated plants and
animals.
CS - Coastal Strand - desiccating ocean winds, salt spray, rocky shores,
sand beaches and coastal bluffs influence and shape the diversity of trees,
shrubs, herbs and grasses that hug the 35-miles of park coastline.
RW - Redwood Forest - almost pure stands of coast redwood are found on
alluvial flats and benches along major streams, with occasional fir, spruce,
hemlock, tan oak or bay intermingling. The moist, shady, acidic conditions
found on the forest floor often restricts the diversity of plants that can
grow there.
ME - Mixed Evergreen - found on drier upland slopes adjacent to redwood
forests. Many species of plants grow within these more open, sunnier
forests.
RP - Riparian - three major river systems and numerous coastal streams
traverse the parks. The constant water
supply supports a lush growth of trees, shrubs and herbs along the banks.
OW - Oak Woodland - found along the dry, inland ridges of the Bald Hills,
the woodlands include large sunny patches of grasses and flowers scattered
among the trees.
PR - Prairie - scattered grasslands along ridge crests, usually a few miles
inland from the coast.
SG - Second Growth Forest - timber harvesting has impacted more than 1/3 of
the lands within the parks. Second-growth refers to the resulting young,
even-aged forests.
DA - Disturbed Area
Redwood Park Association (RPA) is a non-profit organization which supports
and promotes the educational goals of Redwood National and State Parksand
the Smith River National Recreation Area. Working in partnership with the
National Park Service since 1985, RPA publishes educational materials about
the park and related environments, offers field seminar programs, and
operates park bookstores. Funds generated by the Association directly
support the interpretive and research programs and other educational
activities for the benefit of the parks programs and visitors.

Author Biography

Zoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh's path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.