This comprehensive guidebook provides an expert survey of the fauna and avifauna of western North Carolina, with detailed descriptions and illustrations of the most common mammals and birds found in the region during the summer months. Compiled by the renowned naturalist Harry Church Oberholser, it is an essential tool for anyone interested in the ecology and wildlife of the Appalachian Mountains, from amateur naturalists to professional conservationists. A must-read for anyone who loves nature!

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