Butterflies of the Colorado Front Range

Nearly everyone loves butterflies. We watch them because they're exquisitely beautiful, but they also have magical life cycles and intricate relationships among their host ecosystems. Are you overwhelmed by the array of possibilities in field guides that cover a broad geographic range?

This user-friendly book focuses on 100 frequently seen species in the Colorado Front Range. Easily identify butterflies using over 120 striking color photos of individuals in their natural setting, and clear descriptions of both males and females. Each entry also includes that species habitat and life cycle, the caterpillar s host plants, and look-alike butterflies. The introduction includes tips on where to find butterflies, how to get close to them, and what we can do to attract them to our gardens and preserve their sensitive habitats.

Author: Janet Chu
Publisher: Boulder County Nature Association
Published: 08/01/2020
Pages: 140
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.10w x 0.40d
ISBN13: 9780983702023
ISBN10: 0983702020
BISAC Categories:
- Nature | Animals | Butterflies & Moths