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Discover the fascinating world of beetles with 'Beetles of the World' by experts Maxwell Barclay and Patrice Bouchard. This comprehensive guide is perfect for enthusiasts and researchers alike, celebrating the incredible diversity of beetles, which make up approximately a quarter of all known animal species. With nearly 400,000 described species, this book delves into their size, appearance, and ecological significance. Utilizing 300 stunning color photographs, it provides engaging family profiles complete with distribution maps and insightful commentary.
Explore the anatomy, life cycle, and fossil history of beetles, and learn about their feeding habits, habitats, and critical roles in the food web. This extensive guide not only details the various major families and subfamilies of Coleoptera but also emphasizes the importance of these remarkable organisms in our ecosystems and how humans can aid in their preservation. The extensive introduction offers a glimpse into the astonishing diversity and rich histories of beetles, making it a must-have for any nature lover. Knowledgeable and informative, 'Beetles of the World' serves as an essential resource for understanding these captivating creatures.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691240732
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691240732
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Beetles make up about a quarter of known animal species and are arguably the most diverse group of organisms on Earth: almost 400,000 species have been formally described so far, and it is likely that this number merely scratches the surface.
In Beetles of the World, Maxwell Barclay and Patrice Bouchard — two of the world’s foremost beetle experts — celebrate these remarkable creatures in all their variety, from their size and appearance to their ecological importance.
Providing concise accounts of all the major families and subfamilies of Coleoptera, Beetles of the World explores beetle anatomy, life cycle, fossil history, feeding habits, role in the food web, habitats, relationship with humans, and classification — as well as the essential part that beetles play in the global ecosystem, and the ways humans can help protect them.
Features 300 stunning colour photographs
Presents family profiles with a distribution map, table of information, and commentary
Includes a comprehensive introduction that provides insight into the astonishing diversity of beetles and their histories
Explore the anatomy, life cycle, and fossil history of beetles, and learn about their feeding habits, habitats, and critical roles in the food web. This extensive guide not only details the various major families and subfamilies of Coleoptera but also emphasizes the importance of these remarkable organisms in our ecosystems and how humans can aid in their preservation. The extensive introduction offers a glimpse into the astonishing diversity and rich histories of beetles, making it a must-have for any nature lover. Knowledgeable and informative, 'Beetles of the World' serves as an essential resource for understanding these captivating creatures.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691240732
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691240732
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Beetles make up about a quarter of known animal species and are arguably the most diverse group of organisms on Earth: almost 400,000 species have been formally described so far, and it is likely that this number merely scratches the surface.
In Beetles of the World, Maxwell Barclay and Patrice Bouchard — two of the world’s foremost beetle experts — celebrate these remarkable creatures in all their variety, from their size and appearance to their ecological importance.
Providing concise accounts of all the major families and subfamilies of Coleoptera, Beetles of the World explores beetle anatomy, life cycle, fossil history, feeding habits, role in the food web, habitats, relationship with humans, and classification — as well as the essential part that beetles play in the global ecosystem, and the ways humans can help protect them.
Features 300 stunning colour photographs
Presents family profiles with a distribution map, table of information, and commentary
Includes a comprehensive introduction that provides insight into the astonishing diversity of beetles and their histories