Wild La: Explore the Amazing Nature in and Around Los Angeles

by Charles Hood, Jason G. Goldman, Lila M. Higgins, et al.

Book Overview

"This travel companion will shed new light on all that flourishes and flowers, or creeps and crawls in the vast urban-yet-still-wild sprawl of the city and surrounding area." --Publishers Weekly

Los Angeles may have a reputation as a concrete jungle, but in reality, it's full of amazing wildlife. You just need to know where to find it Equal parts natural history, field guide, and trip planner, Wild LA has something for everyone. It looks at the factors that shape local nature--including fire, floods, and climate--and profiles over 100 local species, from easy-to-spot squirrels and praying mantids to more elusive green sea turtles, bighorn sheep, and mountain lions. Also included are descriptions of day trips that help you explore natural wonders on hiking trails, in public parks, and in your own backyard.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1604697105
• ISBN13: 9781604697100
• Release Date: March 2019
• Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.6" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

This is a must have for anyone from/visiting/interested in LA and the surround area.

This book is amazing. The authors have divided it into three sections that encompass 1) regional ecology, 2) a field guide, and 3) 25 field trips to help you explore. Within minutes of pursuing it I had already learned several new things (sea turtles in Long Beach?!?) and been thoroughly entertained. Each section is rich with knowledge without being inaccessible for novices. The field trips are creative and anticipates many questions you may have while exploring. I want to gift this to everyone I know. I really hope this format catches on and we see many more guides like this in the future.