[Globe Pequot Publishing] Nevada is largely situated in the Great Basin, which is interspersed with many small mountain ranges running north to south. The Silver State also includes the low-lying Mojave Desert, with its abundant cacti. Within these two ecoregions is a diverse array of animals, including state mammal Desert Bighorn Sheep, state bird Mountain Bluebird, and state reptile Desert Tortoise. When spring rains elicit the phenomenal blooming of desert wildflowers, butterflies and hummingbirds abound. Animals often serve as the face of an ecosystems, and it helps to get acquainted with the most familiar species to establish a solid foundation of knowledge on which to build. You can do this with the portable reference Nevada Wildlife. It includes beautiful illustrations of 140 common mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, butterflies, and other insects as well as a map showing over 20 wildlife-viewing hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, this lightweig