DRAGONFLIES AND DAMSELFLIES OF THE EAST
The first fully illustrated guide to all 336 dragonfly and damselfly species of eastern North America — from the rivers of Manitoba to the Florida cypress swamps.
The companion volume to Dennis Paulson's acclaimed guide to the dragonflies and damselflies of the West, Dragonflies and Damselflies of the East features hundreds of color photos depicting every species in the region, detailed line drawings to aid in-hand identification, and a color distribution map for each species. Its compact size and user-friendly design make it the only guide you need in the field. Species accounts describe key identification features, distribution, flight season, similar species, habitat, and natural history, while Paulson's authoritative introduction offers a primer on dragonfly biology and identification, with tips on how to study and photograph these stunning insects.
- Illustrates all 336 eastern species
- Hundreds of full-color photos
- Detailed species accounts, identification line drawings, and a color distribution map for every species
- Helpful tips for the dragonfly enthusiast