Description
| Product ID: | 9780691243108 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | The Complete Insect |
| Subtitle: | Anatomy, Physiology, Evolution, and Ecology |
| Authors: | Author: David A. Grimaldi |
| Page Count: | 368 |
| Subjects: | Zoology: invertebrates, Zoology: Invertebrates, Wildlife: butterflies, other insects and spiders: general interest, The Earth: natural history: general interest, Wildlife: butterflies, other insects & spiders, The Earth: natural history general |
| Description: | A beautifully illustrated exploration of the world’s most extraordinary animalsWith an astounding 3.5 million species occupying virtually every habitat on Earth, insects are one of the most diverse groups of animals on the planet, from the humble bee to the agile praying mantis. Taking you inside the extraordinary world of insects, The Complete Insect explores all aspects of the natural history of these remarkable creatures, providing a close-up look at their fascinating anatomy, physiology, evolution, ecology, behavior, and more. It features hundreds of stunning color photographs and illustrations and draws on a broad range of examples, from familiar ants to iridescent jewel beetles. A celebration of the rich complexity of insect life, The Complete Insect is a must-have book for insect enthusiasts and armchair naturalists. An absorbing, wide-ranging, and beautiful exploration of the fascinating natural history of insectsFeatures a wealth of stunning full-color photographs from the fieldIncludes photomicrographs and electron micrographs that offer a rare view of normally invisible structuresExamines the complex relationship between humans and insectsIntegrates physiological adaptations with ecology and behavior |
| Imprint Name: | Princeton University Press |
| Publisher Name: | Princeton University Press |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2023-08-15 |
