Critters of Alabama - (Wildlife Pocket Guides for Kids) by Alex Troutman (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Get the perfect kids' introduction to mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians in Alabama.

Put nature in the hands of children! Critters of Alabama is your wildlife pocket guide that's informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wildlife biologist Alex Troutman, this handy book presents 66 critters in the Heart of Dixie--if an animal is in this book, it's found in Alabama.

Each species is showcased in a professional-quality photograph that's paired with such neat-to-know details as habitat, range, and preferred food sources. Illustrations of the critter's tracks complement the information, and a "Did You Know?" paragraph provides fascinating trivia worth sharing with family, friends, and teachers. Critters of Alabama includes important-to-know mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

Book Features:

• 66 critters--only Alabama animals


• Full-color photos of every species


• Concise descriptions and interesting "Did You Know?" facts


• Attractive layout with kid appeal


• A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book benefits Wildlife Forever to support their conservation efforts

About the Author

Alex Troutman is a fish and wildlife biologist and an environmental educator from Austell, Georgia. He is the co-organizer for several Black in X weeks, and he takes part in movements that encourage diversity in nature and STEAM fields, the celebration of Black individual scientists, and increasing awareness of Black nature enthusiasts.