From the icy tundra regions to the searing heat of the desert plains, the wildlife of North America is as complex and diverse as the terrain it inhabits. The resulting diversity is astonishing, and - with the help of beautiful artworks - familiar and rare species alike are brought to life in this stunning volume. This comprehensive guide provides information about North American habitats and the creatures found in them. It details the physiology and anatomy of each species, together with information on their ecology and evolution, their senses, survival and reproductive habits. With entries of more than 420 creatures, and more than 950 artworks, maps and photographs, this is a colourful, easy-to-use and highly informative reference book that will be enjoyed and referred to again and again by all nature lovers.