Description
Discover the incredible world of flower flies with the *Field Guide to the Flower Flies of Northeastern North America*. This essential resource offers a comprehensive look at hover flies, critical pollinators alongside bees, thriving in diverse habitats from lush gardens to wetlands. With many species mimicking bees and wasps, flower flies are often overlooked, but this groundbreaking guide ensures you'll recognize them with confidence.
Inside, you'll find over 3,000 stunning color photographs and detailed maps covering all 416 species found north of Tennessee and east of the Dakotas, including high Arctic regions and Greenland. Each species entry provides crucial information on size, identification features, abundance, and flight times, as well as insights into behaviors, classification, habitats, and larvae.
Designed for amateur naturalists and seasoned scientists alike, this field guide enhances your understanding of our native flower fly fauna. Every page invites you to explore the beauty and diversity of these important insects, complete with multiple photographs per species highlighting key field markings and grayscale images for accurate size references. The included range maps offer practical information, making it easier than ever to locate and appreciate flower flies in their natural settings.
Don't miss out on this invaluable tool for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge of pollinators in Northeastern North America. Grab your copy of *Field Guide to the Flower Flies of Northeastern North America* today and immerse yourself in the fascinating realm of these remarkable creatures.
Inside, you'll find over 3,000 stunning color photographs and detailed maps covering all 416 species found north of Tennessee and east of the Dakotas, including high Arctic regions and Greenland. Each species entry provides crucial information on size, identification features, abundance, and flight times, as well as insights into behaviors, classification, habitats, and larvae.
Designed for amateur naturalists and seasoned scientists alike, this field guide enhances your understanding of our native flower fly fauna. Every page invites you to explore the beauty and diversity of these important insects, complete with multiple photographs per species highlighting key field markings and grayscale images for accurate size references. The included range maps offer practical information, making it easier than ever to locate and appreciate flower flies in their natural settings.
Don't miss out on this invaluable tool for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge of pollinators in Northeastern North America. Grab your copy of *Field Guide to the Flower Flies of Northeastern North America* today and immerse yourself in the fascinating realm of these remarkable creatures.