Kentucky's Natural Heritage: An Illustrated Guide to Biodiversity

For many from outside of the state, the name Kentucky evokes visions of horses, bluegrass, and venerable distilleries. Though these facets of the state's identity surely exist, the reality also encompasses a place of exceptional beauty, of natural wonders that feature a rich diversity of landscapes and indigenous wildlife. Kentucky's Natural Heritage: An Illustrated Guide to Biodiversity serves as an incredible resource that will allow interested readers to appreciate the engaging and unique biology and landscapes of the state.

The work is authored and edited by a team assembled by the Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission that encompasses biologists, zoologists,...