Identifies over two thousand species, answers common questions about mushrooms, and gives advice on collecting, preserving, and cooking with mushrooms.

Identifies rocks and minerals and provides fundamental geological information.

"Identifying birds can be overwhelming. Where and how do you start? The good news is that most people already know more than they realize about birds, which can greatly simplify the identification process. Written in a helpful, conversational style and illustrated with numerous photos, this "12-step program" starts with the basics and builds logically into a manageable framework that enables anyone to get into, or get more out of, the world of watching,...

Radio frequency identification technology (RFID) is used in a wide variety of applications to improve performance of manufacturing processes and to increase accuracy in the supply chain. This program, RFID: Tool tracking solutions, is authored by technology expert Manuel A. Pachano. You'll see the infrastructure and technology behind RFID as well as the real-world practical applications, challenges and advantages of using RFID to support quality and...

A guide to sixteen trees found in the United States, providing information about their lifespans and uses, leaves, bark, and seeds.

A guide to identifying trees from around the world notes each species' physical characteristics, geographic location, leaf type, and similar species, and also features close-up illustrations of the tree's various components.

Comprehensive, thoroughly illustrated guide to the collection, preservation and study of over five hundred families of North American insects.

A guide to identifying fifteen different birds, providing information about the physical characteristics and habits of each, as well as about the nests they build and the eggs they lay.

Featuring a special section on how children can make a tree identification book of their own, this title is a bright and colorful introduction to trees, leaves, and their inner workings in nature.