Best Mammal Field Guides of 2025

The National Wildlife Federation's Attracting Birds, Butterflies, and Other Backyard Wildlife is an expanded second edition with 17 projects and step-by-step instructions to give back to nature. This book provides over 200 color photos of backyard wildlife habitats and the wide variety of creatures they attract, making it easy for everyone to learn wildlife-friendly practices for gardening, landscape design, supplemental feeders, birdbaths, nesting places, and more. David Mizejewski, a naturalist with the National Wildlife Federation, presents simple plans for reintroducing native plants that birds, butterflies, and a whole host of critters can't resist. It is an excellent book for nature lovers of all ages.

North Woods Survival: Train to Nowhere: A Wilderness Adventure Thriller is a captivating story about a young boy who wakes up in the middle of nowhere with no memory of who he is or how he got there. With only his backpack and winter gear, he must rely on his bushcraft skills to survive the deadly cold and overcome the challenges of mother nature. The book provides practical tips on wilderness survival, including building a snow cave, making snowshoes, and identifying animal tracks. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure and wants to learn more about wilderness survival.

The Human Bone Manual by Tim White and Pieter Folkens is an essential tool for forensic scientists, anthropologists, and researchers who deal with skeletal remains. This book contains hundreds of photographs that provide a maximum amount of anatomical information for identification purposes. The manual is concise, well-written, and has a thorough review of all major methods, including excavation, laboratory care, aging, and sexing. It is an excellent resource for archaeologists, palaeontologists, and forensic anthropologists. In summary, The Human Bone Manual is a highly recommended guide to all the fundamentals of osteoanthropology that presents clear and instructive presentations of fundamental human anatomy.

The National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Mammals is a comprehensive guide to over 390 species of mammals found in North America. The guide is illustrated with over 300 full-color photographs and includes information on physical characteristics, breeding, tracks, habitat, and range. The guidebook also provides commentary on feeding, nesting, and other behaviors, making it a must-have for any nature enthusiast's day pack or home library. The book's easy-to-read range maps, detailed anatomical illustrations, and state-by-state location guide make it the decisive authority on North American mammals. Overall, this guidebook is an excellent addition to any naturalist's library.

The National Audubon Society Field Guide to the Rocky Mountain States is a must-have for anyone who loves nature and lives in or visits Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, or Colorado. This comprehensive guide covers over 1,000 wildflowers, trees, birds, mammals, and more, as well as the region's natural history, geology, ecology, and weather patterns. The guide is packed with visual information, including 1,500 full-color images, maps, and drawings. The National Audubon Society Field Guide to the Rocky Mountain States is a valuable resource for nature lovers and a great companion for exploring the region's parks and wildlife sanctuaries.

The Elk of North America: Ecology and Management is a comprehensive guidebook that provides a thorough insight into the North American elk. The book is a great resource for nature enthusiasts and wildlife managers, as it covers various aspects of the elk's ecology and management. The book is authored by a team of experts who have extensive knowledge and experience in the field. The book is published by Stackpole Books, a renowned brand that has a reputation for publishing high-quality field guides. Overall, the book is an informative and engaging read that is highly recommended for anyone interested in learning about the elk of North America.

The National Audubon Society Guide to Marine Mammals of the World is a comprehensive and informative field guide that describes in detail all 120 species of the world's marine mammals. The book features hundreds of illustrations, photographs, and maps that provide the most authoritative, up-to-date, and accessible information on marine mammals, making it perfect for both outdoor excursions and home libraries. The book is sensibly arranged and easy to use, with comparative size illustrations, discussion of behaviors particular to the group, and other unique features. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in marine mammals and their behavior.

The Blue Bear: A True Story of Friendship and Discovery in the Alaskan Wild is an enthralling book that follows Lynn Schooler's journey to find the elusive glacier bear, a rare creature shrouded in legend. Along the way, Schooler forms a deep friendship with Japanese photographer Michio Hoshino, and together they embark on a passionate quest that ultimately brings new meaning to Schooler's life. Set against the stunning backdrop of Alaska's Glacier Coast, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves nature classics like Arctic Dreams and The Snow Leopard.

Silent Thunder: In the Presence of Elephants is a compelling natural history book that offers fascinating insights into the social lives of elephants. Katy Payne, an acoustic biologist, shares her field research in Africa, where she discovered that elephants use infrasonic sounds to communicate. However, when some of the elephant families she studied became victims of culling, Payne's approach to her research changed, and she fought to protect the elephants. This book is a touching and thought-provoking account of Payne's spiritual journey and her commitment to preserving the natural world. Overall, Silent Thunder is a must-read for anyone interested in animal behavior and conservation.

The Golden Guide from St. Martin's Press, "Mammals: A Fully Illustrated, Authoritative and Easy-to-Use Guide," is an accurate and fascinating introduction to over 200 common species of mammals in North America. The book provides information on their habits and habitats, family trees, raising young, foods, and enemies, among other features. The full-color illustrations help the reader recognize each animal in its natural environment, while range maps show where various species can be found. This guide is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the biology of mammals.