The Ecology of Colorado: Landscapes, Plants, and Wildlife of the Centennial State

"The Ecology of Colorado" describes the landscapes, plants, and wildlife of the state's eastern plains, central mountains, and western plateaus and basins. The descriptions address the physical factors that most strongly influence the composition and processes of plant and animal communities. Adaptations of selected species or groups of species are used to highlight general principles of ecology and evolution. The book mentions virtually all of Colorado's vertebrate wildlife and more than 1,200 plant species. The text, written in a conversational style, is supplemented by 350 color photographs and numerous personal experiences.