Description
101 Trees of Catalonia
Book Summary
This compact and visual field guide allows for the identification of 101 tree species found in Catalonia, including both native species and exotic ones that have become integrated into the landscape. Through illustrated, scale-drawn plates, the reader can recognize each tree by its leaves, flowers, fruits, and overall shape, using sight, touch, and smell. It is a practical tool for naturalists, hikers, and anyone interested in discovering the arboreal richness of the Catalan territory during any season of the year.
What is it about?
The work is a mini field guide designed for the visual identification of trees in the rural and mountain environments of Catalonia. The plates group similar or related species, drawn to approximate scale, facilitating direct comparison. For each tree, key features are highlighted, such as leaf shape, flower, fruit, or buds, as well as icons indicating leaf type, flowering period, habitat, and vegetation belt. The guide invites you to explore everything from the edges of crops near urban areas to the most remote forests, offering a view of the natural and human history of the landscape through its trees.
Main Topics
- Identification of native and naturalized tree species of Catalonia.
- Use of visual keys: leaves, flowers, fruits, buds, and tree shape.
- Relationship between trees and the landscape: habitat, climate, soil, and human land use.
- Nature observation in rural and mountain environments.
- Practical field identification guide using icons and scale drawings.
Who is it recommended for?
For hikers, amateur naturalists, biology or environmental science students, environmental educators, and anyone who enjoys walking through the fields and mountains of Catalonia and wishes to learn to recognize the trees they encounter. It is especially useful for those looking for a light, manageable, and visual guide to carry in their backpack during outings.
What this book offers
- A visual and practical method to identify 101 trees without the need for prior knowledge.
- Synthesized information via icons regarding leaf type, flowering, habitat, and distribution in Catalonia.
- The ability to connect tree observation with an understanding of the landscape and its history.
- A lightweight field tool (32g) with a small format, ideal for carrying on any excursion.
- A guide that encourages the exploration and discovery of arboreal biodiversity at any time of year.
Technical Data
- Author: Llobet François, Toni; Carrera Bonet, David
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Topic: Botany and plant sciences
- Collection: Miniguia de camp
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: Not specified
- Number of pages: 16
- Weight: 32 g
Editorial Review
An effective and well-designed mini field guide that achieves its purpose: to facilitate the identification of the most representative trees of Catalonia in a quick and visual way. Its focus on comparative plates and the use of icons makes it an accessible tool for beginners, without losing the rigor required by more experienced users. The light and compact format makes it especially practical for hiking. Recommended for those looking for an initial approach to Catalan dendrology or who wish to reinforce their field knowledge in an enjoyable and direct way.