"Whether you’re an angler or naturalist this handy field guide will help you identify 64 species of freshwater fish likely to be caught on hook-and-line from the North Cascades of Washington to the Malheur River of Oregon. The noted diagnostic characters and beautiful color illustrations will prove an indispensable aid for identification. Included are notes on preferred habitat, geographical distribution and favorite baits for landing each species. This 12-panel guide, conveniently folds up in to a packet narrow enough to fit in a back pocket, glovebox, or tackle box yet sturdy enough to stand up under repeated use—durable lamination also makes it waterproof." Joe's fish art is stunning, scientifically accurate, and representative of the 64 fish species you might catch in the Pacific Northwest. My text helps you I.D. your fish. This is one of 31 titles Joe and I produced, covering nearly the entire country for Quick Reference Publishing, a leader in helping folks better understand nature where they live and play and fish. See QRP's other publications on birds, flowers, trees, mushrooms, and more. Craig Springer is a fisheries biologist and writer. He lives in the piñon-juniper woods of northern New Mexico with his wife and a Lab the color of a bisquit.