For many, golf courses are sanctuaries where one can enjoy a few hours of relaxation away from the demands of day-to-day life. Courses in the southern California desert region are also sanctuaries for wildlife. This beautifully illustrated guide Golf Course Wildlife: Southern California Desert Region highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies/insects and desert plants and also features a regional map and information on the unique ecosystems in this area. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information for golfers of all ages.
Kurt Leuschner is an Associate Professor of Natural Resources at College of the Desert where he teaches courses on Conservation, Entomology, Field Ornithology, Native Plants, and GPS Navigation. He has a Bachelor's degree in Zoology from U.C. Santa Barbara and a Master's in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Florida.