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A definitive natural history of Northumberland, from its ecological history, geology and climate to its naturalists and conservation issues. This edition is exclusive to newnaturalists.comDrawing on his extensive knowledge and experience of the region, Angus Lunn gives a comprehensive account of several types of habitats and geographical areas, including woodlands, the Kielder Forest, moorlands, other inland terrestrial habitats such as montane and limestone habitats and lowland mires, rivers, lakes, reservoirs and ponds, and the coast. The book examines the history and ecology of each of these habitats, and describes the rich variety of flora and fauna to be found living there.Illustrated with over 100 black-and-white line drawings and photographs, plus a colour photographs, this is a comprehensive guide to an area of great natural history and interest.
This volume investigates the complex natural history of Northumberland, seeking to document the interplay between its unique geological foundations, climate, and the resulting biodiversity across diverse regional habitats. Angus Lunn, drawing upon decades of regional expertise, synthesizes historical data with contemporary ecological observations to provide a structured overview of the area. The text serves as a comprehensive reference, mapping the environmental evolution of the county while addressing the ongoing challenges of conservation in a changing landscape.
What You Will Find
The work is regarded as a standard, authoritative reference for the natural history of the region, valued for its breadth and technical detail. It provides a dense, systematic account that serves both as a historical record and a guide for those interested in the specific ecological character of Northumberland.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
2009-07-14
Publisher:
Collins
ISBN-10:
0007308701
ISBN-13:
9780007308705
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