Tree leaf identification - fall colors

Tree leaf identification in fall, is one of a variety of changing colors anda great time to be out in the field.

Having looked at a number of guides, I have found one which meets the criteria, of being useful in the field and with enough information to be of value at home.

Fall Color Finder: A Pocket Guide to Autumn Leaves is a superb pocket guide for fall leaf identification. The identification system is step by step with leaf diagrams and ordered pairs of identifying characteristics. A process of elimination keeps the features that best match a particular leaf, and a quick comparison can be made with color photographs to confirm identification. Fall Color Finder is a useful guide for getting to know fall leaves.

Beginning with an explanation about changing leaf colors, the book is a great resource for field trips, for collection purposes, leaf identification projects, and personal interest.

Fall Color Finder: A Pocket Guide to Autumn Leaves a great pocket source to aid in tree leaf identification