Written for nature enthusiasts of all ages, citizen scientists and the scientific community. This profusely illustrated book is the result of a field survey and natural history study of Front Range insects and other arthropods such as spiders, solpugids and millipedes. It was conducted at many sites in Colorado's Front Range over 29 years. It includes 1224 different insects-dragonflies, grasshoppers, katydids, mantids, true bugs, beetles, flies, butterflies, moths, wasps, bees, flies and more- and 42 other arthropods-spiders, solpugids, ticks, millipedes and more. There are 2561 color photos, almost all taken in the wild in their native habitat, plus 59 diagrams and charts. It has descriptions, classifications, natural histories and distributions. Also, a section on arthropod biology, sources and references, a plant list of all plants mentioned in the text, an extensive index and a quick common name index are included plus a concise summary of the survey results.

Colorado professors and expert entomologists Whitney Cranshaw and Boris Kondratieff present a guide to finding and identifying the insects you are likely to see throughout the state. From bees to butterflies and beyond, this handy, state-specific guidebook will help insect enthusiasts to identify and learn about hundreds of Colorado's most common species. Full-color photography, fascinating facts, and a glossary of insect terms make this book visually appealing, practical, and fun for readers of all ages. With an introduction to the world of arthropods and interesting descriptions of scores of insects, Guide to Colorado Insects is a must-have whether you're at home or in the field. Book jacket.

A field guide to all 99 dragonflies & damselflies of of the Rocky Mountains. --Cover.

There are endless hiking options in Colorado, and the Front Range is one of the best areas to explore. Best Hikes Colorado’s Front Range highlights the top trails from Fort Collins down to Colorado Springs. The book includes a variety of hikes in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains for everyone from novice hikers to more experienced adventurers. Best Hikes Colorado’s Front Range offers 40 main hikes plus 8 bonus hikes ranging in altitude from 5,000 to 14,000 feet — all within driving distance of Fort Collins, Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs. Inside you’ll find: oWide variety of hikes oAt-a-glance difficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees and permits, local information, and much more oAccurate, easy-to-follow directions to the trailhead oDetailed trail descriptions, mile-by-mile directional cues, and GPS-compatible trail maps