Everyday Naturalist

The Everyday Naturalist is a practical guide to discovering and identifying the plants, animals, fungi, and other organisms you encounter in everyday life. Naturalist and guide Rebecca Lexa explains how to observe key traits such as color, shape, texture, behavior, and habitat, then use field guides, apps, and other resources to identify what you find. With examples and full-color illustrations, this book makes natural history approachable whether you are exploring your backyard, a local park, or somewhere new.

Why You’ll Love This

• Learn practical techniques for identifying plants, animals, fungi, lichens, and slime molds
• Discover which physical and behavioral traits can help distinguish different species
• Learn how to use field guides, identification apps, and other resources effectively
• Includes more than 40 full-color photos and illustrations to help explain key characteristics
• Builds observation skills that encourage a deeper understanding of biodiversity and the natural world

Turn an everyday walk or outdoor adventure into an opportunity to observe, investigate, and learn about the living world around you.