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Below you will find publications available for purchase through AZGFD. To order any or the items below, print and mail in the order form listed below. If you have questions, call (623) 236-7224. Our publications also are sold at all offices of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

NOTE: The following files are PDFs and require the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. For text-only, use Adobe Access.

 
NEW - Arizona Wildlife Views magazine — 2012 Arizona Wildlife Calendar Edition

 

Arizona's best wildlife magazine now includes a full-size calendar in the November–December issue. This special issue showcases the 13 winning images from our annual wildlife photo contest, plus lots of information to make 2012 your best year outdoors.

- Ready to subscribe to Arizona's award-winning wildlife magazine? Call (800) 777-0015 to be sure you receive this year's special issue, or subscribe or give a subscription online.

- Just want a copy of our special calendar issue? Use our Calendar Order Form [PDF, 82kb]. Single issues also can be purchased at any office of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

 

NEW- Arizona's Official Fishing Guide — 181 Top Fishing Spots, Directions & Tips

Published by Arizona Highways in conjunction with the Arizona Game and Fish Department, this new book is for fishing enthusiasts of all skill levels, including Arizona residents and out-of-state visitors, who want to explore Arizona's rivers, streams and lakes to catch fish and enjoy the outdoors. 336 pages with maps, photos, directions and tips. $29.95

 

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
NEW- Mammalian Predators in Arizona

Predators are fascinating animals. There often is more rumor and supposition among hunters, the public and even professional wildlife managers about these species than any other group of wildlife. To replace rumors with facts, the Arizona Game and Fish Department announces its newest publication, "Mammalian Predators in Arizona." Written by Arizona Game and Fish Department biologists with decades of experience working with wildlife, this book will inform the hunter, wildlife watcher or wildlife professional about Arizona's black bear, bobcat, Mexican wolf, mountain lion, coyote, kit fox and gray fox. 136 pages with photos and a thorough bibliography. $12

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]                                                                           

 
REVISED AND UPDATED - Arizona Wildlife Viewing Guide

book coverThe updated “Arizona Wildlife Viewing Guide” takes you on a magnificent journey through the state’s canyons and cliffs, deserts and plateaus. In this useful book you will find detailed descriptions of 128 unique sites and the wildlife found at them; beautiful photographs of the sites and animals; tips for watching wildlife; site features, driving directions and more. The book even offers a rating system to let you know which locations are “can’t miss!” Use this guide on your next exploration of the Grand Canyon State. 179 pages. $14.95

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
A Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles in Arizona

This beautifully illustrated full-color guide is a collaborative effort between thebook cover

 

Arizona Game and Fish Department, Arizona State University and Mesa Community College. The book provides concise information on all 141 species of amphibians and reptiles found in Arizona. Species accounts include high quality color photographs, compendious natural history information, detailed range maps, custom illustrations, line drawings, and call outs to key identification characteristics. This guide is a practical tool for both frequent wildlife watchers and the occasional visitor to the Arizona outdoors. Fully illustrated. 150 pages. $12

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
A Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Maricopa County

Amphibians and reptiles of Maricopa countyThis beautifully illustrated guide is a collaborative effort between the Arizona Game and Fish Department and Arizona State University. The book includes all 82 species of amphibians and reptiles found in Maricopa County. The publication is a practical tool both for frequent wildlife watchers and for those who just encounter snakes and lizards outside every once in a while. Fully illustrated. 68 pages. $5

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
REVISED AND UPDATED - Age Criteria for Southwestern Game Animals

Determining the age of an animal based on physical characteristics is a fascinating study for the wildlife manager, hunter or naturalist. This guide provides a quick reference for aging Southwestern game animals in the field. It shows the characteristics to look at when determining the age of species ranging from deer and elk to waterfowl and upland game birds. Photos and illustrations accompany the text. 41 pages. $5


- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Arizona Breeding Bird Atlas

This book is special for birders, educators and biologists because it contains more comprehensive and current information than any Arizona bird reference book published in the past. It also has more maps and serves as an easy reference guide for those who want to learn more about the range and natural history of different bird species in Arizona. The book contains more than 300 color photos and 280 maps. 636 pages. $50

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
2010 Edition -Arizona Fishin' Holes

The long-awaited, freshly modernized “Arizona Fishin’ Holes” booklet is hot off the presses. The whole booklet is quicker and easier to use than ever before. There are GPS coordinates for each lake, up-to-date resource telephone numbers, and even Internet addresses so you can easily find the latest fishing information, even as you travel to your favorite fishery. 54 pages. $8

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 

 
Arizona's Pronghorn Antelope

“Arizona’s Pronghorn Antelope: A Conservation Legacy,” was written by authors, David E. Brown and Richard A. Ockenfels, who together have spent more than 70 years as wildlife biologists in Arizona, with many of these years involved with pronghorn and their habitats. The publication is divided into 16 topic sections, ordered so as to build the reader’s knowledge and understanding of this creature. The publication includes nine tables, 10 maps and 108 figures. 190 pages. $30.00

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Arizona's Tree Squirrels

Arizona's Tree SquirrelsThe first detailed account of all species of tree squirrels, where to find them, how their habits differ. Fully illustrated. 114 pages. $7

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Arizona Wildlife – The Territorial Years 1863-1912

Do you ever wonder what hunting and fishing were like in Arizona Territory? Did our pioneering forefathers find wildlife more plentiful then? “Wildlife in Arizona Territory, 1863-1912” shows readers what it was like when most meals were obtained out-of-doors, and there were no paved roads, no large reservoirs and few restaurants. You may be surprised to learn that some wildlife species were always scarce and that others, now common, were non-existent then. Which ones were which will make for interesting reading and much discussion. 446 pages. $14.95

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Arizona Wildlife Trophies 2005

The official records book of Arizona big-game trophies. Arizona Wildlife Trophies has been published by the Arizona Wildlife Federation every five years since the series began in 1970. The 1970 edition was the first hardbound record book ever published for any individual state. It is an invaluable reference for sportsmen, game managers, and others with an interest in Arizona's big game. 343 pages. $40 hard cover. $20 soft cover.

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Arizona's Wildlife Water Maps

Arizona's Wildlife Water MapsStatewide field guide to Arizona Game and Fish Department game water catchments, springs, seeps, potholes and habitat enclosures. Over 700 sites mapped. 282 pages. $35

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Cookbook - Almost All Things Edible

CookbookA collection of recipes from the employees of the Arizona Game and Fish Department. 125 pages. $7

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Bowhunting in Arizona

Bowhunting in Arizona“Bowhunting in Arizona” seeks to help improve the skill and knowledge of bowhunters in Arizona, encourage ethical and selective hunting and establish a permanent record of trophy animals taken with a bow in Arizona.  As the official bowhunting record book of Arizona’s big game trophies, the book offers statistics on record trophies taken by species in each hunt unit, color photos, anecdotes from the field, hunting tips, blank score charts with measuring instructions, rules of the program, a description of how to judge trophy animals and shot placement diagrams.  5th Edition-2010 359 pages. $24.95

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Coues White-tailed Deer

Coues White-tailed DeerAn Annotated Bibliography by Richard A. Ockenfels - The author has annotated and cross-referenced all of the literature relevant to the Coues white-tail, more than 100 scientific articles and books, including those published in Spanish. This major research effort will help more people to understand and appreciate a small gem of the Southwest. 106 pages. $11

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Coyote Field Guide

Coyote Field GuideA professional report written in everyday language, covering biological considerations, coyote sign, economic status, and taking, capturing and handling the species. 39 pages. $4

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Game Management Unit Maps

Game Management Unit MapsCurrently Available: $5 per map

Unit 6A - Strawberry to Mormon Lake.
Unit 10 - Seligman to the Coconino Plateau.
Unit 30A - Willcox to San Bernardino Wildlife Refuge.
Unit 30B - Benson to Douglas.

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Hunt Arizona

A yearly compilation of big game hunting statistics. Updated each year, the publication includes survey and harvest statistics for a five-year period as well as information on distribution, life history, and behavior of the big game species. Available as a free PDF download (visit www.azgfd.gov/h_f/hunt_arizona.shtml).

 
Man and Wildlife in Arizona: the American Exploration Period 1824-1865

Man and Wildlife in Arizona: the American Exploration Period 1824-1865Based on a 1973 master of science thesis submitted by Goode P. Davis Jr. to the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Arizona. This thesis was soon recognized as an important source of information about habitat conditions and the abundance and distribution of certain species of wildlife in Arizona before Euro-American settlers had arrived in significant numbers. 225 pages. $14.95

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
Wildlife Views Special Edition

Wildlife Views Special EditionA collection of special editions covering birds, hummingbirds, reptiles, amphibians, bats, and game species. 155 pages. $7

- Publication Order Form [PDF, 84kb]

 
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