Books in the Indiana Natural Science series

First published by Indiana University in 1982, this illustrated book places emphasis on ecology with descriptions of Indiana's habitats, climate, and vegetation and detailed species accounts. It summarizes knowledge about Indiana's mammal species.

A guide to native Indiana mammals. It offers colour photos, skull close-ups, and range maps, along with descriptions and clues to finding and identifying various mammals indigenous to the area - and even a few that are not, but can be found in the state.

A conservationist history of Indiana

A pocket guide to Indiana's wildflowers and plants

There's more to Indiana weather than what greets us when we go outdoors. Ever wonder why the daily weather report is so erratic? Why the seasons seem to come too early or start too late? Whether there really is such a thing as global warming? This book tells the story behind the daily forecast, seasonal variations, and climate change.

A handbook for hikers on this scenic and challenging trail

This field guide to Indiana's rich butterfly fauna covers all 149 species of butterflies and their close relatives, the skippers. Over 500 color photographs illustrate the undersides and uppersides of most species and highlight the variations found among them, both seasonally and between males and females. For beginners and experts, Butterflies of Indiana also offers an introduction to the natural history of butterflies. The simple and intuitive design of this guide and its wealth of features make it a faithful companion for butterfly watchers, collectors, gardeners, birders, and naturalists.

Matt Williams has worked for The Nature Conservancy for the past 16 years and is a specialist in prescribed fire and endangered species management. His website is mattwilliamsnaturephotography.com.

Environmental writer and photographer Steven Higgs showcases the northern Indiana unique ecosystems and highlights the best places for hiking, camping, bird watching, horseback riding, boating, and more.