Author: Robert ReadPublisher: Naturalist's Guide
ISBN: 9781912081172
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
The Royal Entomological Society Book of British Insects
Author: Peter C. BarnardPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444332562
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
The Royal Entomological Society (RES) and Wiley-Blackwell are proud to present this landmark publication, celebrating the wonderful diversity of the insects of the British Isles, and the work of the RES (founded 1833). This book is the only modern systematic account of all 558 families of British insects, covering not just the large and familiar groups that are included in popular books, but even the smallest and least known. It is beautifully illustrated throughout in full colour with photographs by experienced wildlife photographers to show the range of diversity, both morphological and behavioural, among the 24,000 species. All of the 6,000 genera of British insects are listed and indexed, along with all the family names and higher groups. There is a summary of the classification, biology and economic importance of each family together with further references for detailed identification. All species currently subject to legal protection in the United Kingdom are also listed. The Royal Entomological Society is one of the oldest and most prestigious of its kind in the world. It is the leading organisation for professional entomologists and its main aim has always been the promotion of knowledge about insects. The RES began its famous Handbooks for the Identification of British Insects in 1949, and new works in that series continue to be published. The Royal Entomological Society Book of British Insects has been produced to demonstrate the on-going commitment of the RES to educate and encourage each generation to study these fascinating creatures. This is a key reference work for serious students of entomology and amateur entomologists, as well as for professionals who need a comprehensive source of information about the insect groups of the British Isles they may be less familiar with.
A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds of Britain and Northern Europe
Author: Peter GoodfellowPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
A brand new, entry level photographic identification guide to the commoner birds of Britain and Northern Europe, featuring 280 species that the amateur naturalist might expect to see in the field or garden.The user-friendly introduction covers geography, climate, habits, taxonomy and nomenclature, bird topography, and the best places to watch birds, in a way that doesn't assume prior knowledge of the subject.
Insect Conservation Biology
Author: Royal Entomological Society of London. SymposiumPublisher: CABI
ISBN: 1845932544
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 471
Book Description
These proceedings contain papers on insect conservation biology that are classified under 3 themes: (1) the current status of insect conservation, and major avenues for progress and hindrances (6 papers); (2) insects as model organisms in conservation biology (6 papers); and (3) future directions in insect conservation biology (6 papers).
Insects, plants and microclimate
Author: D. M. UnwinPublisher: Pelagic Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1784275352
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Microclimate is the very local climate close to the ground or another surface. The microclimate around a plant is particularly complex and interesting, and an insect sitting on a leaf may be inhabiting a weather system completely different from the weather outside. An understanding of the microclimate around plants enables us to interpret the behaviour pattern of insects as they change through the day. The instruments needed for exploring microclimate need not be expensive - this book explains how many of them can be made at home or at school using inexpensive components. The colour illustrations provide a guide to the main groups of insects, and identification keys are listed for each. 9781784275334 & 9781784275341 are digital reprints of 0855462795 (1991).
Naturalist's Guide to the Insects of Britain and Northern Ireland
Author: Robert ReadPublisher:
ISBN: 9781909612365
Category : Insects
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An easy-to-use identification guide to 280 insect species most commonly seen in Britain, Ireland and other parts of Northern Europe. Authoritative text describes key identification features. Overview of habitats, life-cycles and the study and conservation of insects. Every species illustrated in colour. Includes useful addresses and website contact details. Protective plastic dust cover for durability in the field.
Insect Microscopy
Author: Andrew ChickPublisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 1785002023
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
Insects, and their close relatives, the arachnids, centipedes, millipedes and woodlice, make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist. Moreover for the entomologist, the addition of the use of the microscope to their tool kit adds a whole new dimension to their study, revealing in finest detail the appearance and structure of these tiny creatures. This book reveals the basics of insect microscopy, explaining what equipment is needed and how to get the best out of it. Topics covered include insects and their relatives; trapping insects for study; dissection, slide mounting, and publishing your work. This fascinating guide to the basics of insect microscopy will make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist and will be of great interest to science students and entomologists. Beautifully illustrated with 140 colour photographs.
A Comprehensive Guide to Insects of Britain and Ireland
Author: Paul D. BrockPublisher:
ISBN: 9781874357582
Category : Insects
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
A comprehensive guide to Insects of Britain & Ireland - by Paul D. Brock, Scientific Associate of the Natural History Museum, London, and author of the acclaimed 'Photographic Guide to Insects of the New Forest' is the most complete guide to insects of Britain and Ireland ever produced with over 2700 full colour photographs and fully comprehensive sections on all insect groups, including flies, bees and wasps.
Upland Britain
Author: Margaret AtherdenPublisher: Manchester University Press
ISBN: 9780719034930
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
A plea for the conservation of areas in Great Britain: not only those that preserve ecologies going back to the end of the Ice Age, but also some that, while resulting from human intervention, have become traditional. Explains the evolution and the current state of the landscape and the flora and fauna. Well illustrated. Distributed by St. Martin's Press. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
A Review of the Scarce and Threatened Ethmiine, Stathmopodine and Gelechiid Moths of Great Britain
Author: M. S. ParsonsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Dealing with the second group of the microlepidoptera, this volume contains introductory chapters on recording, methods and sources, a species list by status category, taxonomic list of Red Data Book species, and the main data sheets for 83 species.
