An intuitive introduction to 200 of the most common and striking lichens, which can be identified with nothing more than a magnifying glass and a bit of practice.

Lichens color our landscape, adding subtle textures and hues to our environments, both urban and wild. There are over 2,000 species in Britain and Ireland, and deciding where to start identifying them can be intimidating.

This well-designed illustrated guide offers a new, beginner-friendly approach to lichen identification, including three main sections:

• Habitats that are good for finding lichens and the species you might encounter.
• An overview of major lichen groups and the features to focus on when identifying individual species within them.
• Species profiles rich in images, organized by growth form and color, with descriptions of key physical characteristics, notes on habitat, distribution maps, and details about similar species.

Designed for practical field use, with covers that feature visual reminders of main growth forms, key identification terms, and a scale, Lichens of Britain and Ireland is an essential guide for anyone wishing to explore the diverse and colorful textures of lichens found around us.

Pages: 256, Year of Publication: 0331, Dimensions: 14x14cm