The stunning wildlife along the Blue Ridge Parkway attracts more than 14 million annual visitors from near and far for viewing and photographing opportunities. This information-packed, pocket-size field guide features more than 200 species of mammals, birds, insects, fish, wildflowers, mushrooms and more in a convenient, portable package. Including full-color photos and easy-to-understand descriptions, species are arranged by family to aid in quick identification.
Nature Guide to the Blue Ridge Parkway also includes ecosystem and geology information about the park as well as suggested nature hikes. This is the perfect nature guide for your next trip to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
As professional photographers, and authors, Ann and Rob Simpson are noted national park experts, having spent years involved with research and interpretation in the national parks. Some of their recent national park books include Yosemite National Park Guide and Born Wild in Shenandoah. The couple resides in Stephens City, Virginia.