Please preorder this book to ensure you get a copy! More than 250 species of freshwater fishes live in North Carolina waters, making identification a challenge. Thanks to this comprehensive guide, anyone will be able to accurately identify any fish found in North Carolina—and better appreciate the diversity and beauty of fishes within the state. Co-authored by Gabriela M. Hogue, the Museum’s Collections Manager of Ichthyology
Inside the book:
* Detailed identification keys based on essential species markers
* 546 full-color images for clear identification of species markers
* 260 maps showing species distribution throughout the state
* Information on the freshwater fish families and ichthyological history of North Carolina
* An appendix that explains the meanings behind the scientific names
This is the must-have reference for nature lovers and anglers in North Carolina and beyond.