A simplified version of the full-sized field guides makes it easy and fun to get started in the field.Peterson First Guides are the first books the beginning naturalist needs. Condensed versions of the famous Peterson Field Guides, the First Guides focus on the animals, plants, and other natural things you are most likely to see. They make it fun to get into the field and easy to progress to the full-fledged Peterson Guides. "

This abridgment focuses on the North American birds most likely to be seen and features an informative introduction, and illustrated descriptions.

Describes and illustrates shells found in North America, including gastropods, chitons, and bivalves.

Peterson First Guides are the first books the beginning naturalist needs. Condensed versions of the famous Peterson Field Guides, the First Guides focus on the animals, plants, and other natural things you are most likely to see. They make it fun to get into the field and easy to progress to the full-fledged Peterson Guides.