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Discover the fascinating world of The Secret Life of Flies, an insightful exploration by renowned entomologist Erica McAlister. This captivating book unveils the hidden lives of flies, highlighting their crucial roles in our ecosystem as pollinators, decomposers, and even forensic indicators. From the intriguing behaviors of herbivorous flies to the notorious mosquito, McAlister shares unique insights into the diverse fly species and their unpredictable daily activities. Journey with her from the Natural History Museum in London to the remote mountains of Peru, encountering everything from wingless wonders to the bizarre hairy fly. Addressing contemporary issues like conservation, climate change, and taxonomy, this book is a must-have for insect enthusiasts and natural history aficionados. With its engaging narrative and beautiful illustrations, The Secret Life of Flies will not only educate but also inspire a deeper appreciation for these often-misunderstood creatures. Get ready to dive into the enchanting and essential lives of flies with this outstanding resource! 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: 9781486308026. Year: 2017. Publisher: CSIRO.
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: 9781486308026
Year: 2017
Publisher: CSIRO
Description:
In The Secret Life of Flies entomologist Erica McAlister gets under the wings of these crucial creatures as she adventures into the land of the fly. From hungry herbivores and precocious pollinators to robber flies, danceflies and the much maligned mosquito, she describes the different types of fly, their unique and often unusual characteristics, and the unpredictable nature of their daily life. Erica travels from the drawers of wonder at the Natural History Museum, London to the mountains of Peru, via underground caves, smelly latrines and the English country garden. She discovers flies without wings, eyes on stalks, rotating genitalia and the terrible hairy fly, while pausing along the way to consider today's key issues of conservation, taxonomy, forensic entomology and climate change. Combining her deep knowledge and love of flies with a wonderful knack for storytelling, Erica McAlister allows us to peer - amazed and captivated - into the secret life of flies. The Secret Life of Flies is suited to insect lovers and natural history enthusiasts.
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: 9781486308026
Year: 2017
Publisher: CSIRO
Description:
In The Secret Life of Flies entomologist Erica McAlister gets under the wings of these crucial creatures as she adventures into the land of the fly. From hungry herbivores and precocious pollinators to robber flies, danceflies and the much maligned mosquito, she describes the different types of fly, their unique and often unusual characteristics, and the unpredictable nature of their daily life. Erica travels from the drawers of wonder at the Natural History Museum, London to the mountains of Peru, via underground caves, smelly latrines and the English country garden. She discovers flies without wings, eyes on stalks, rotating genitalia and the terrible hairy fly, while pausing along the way to consider today's key issues of conservation, taxonomy, forensic entomology and climate change. Combining her deep knowledge and love of flies with a wonderful knack for storytelling, Erica McAlister allows us to peer - amazed and captivated - into the secret life of flies. The Secret Life of Flies is suited to insect lovers and natural history enthusiasts.