Insects. Their Natural History and Diversity: With a photographic guide to insects of eastern North America

Description:

2nd edition, with more than 500 changes to reflect the latest scientific findings since the first edition was published in 2006. A comprehensive reference on insects featuring an easy identification guide using 28 picture keys, 4000 colour photographs taken in the field, experte advice on observing insects, and more. Meticulously researched and illustrated with colour photographs, this book is a landmark reference that is ideal for any naturalist or entomologist.

Enables readers to identify most insects quickly and accurately. The more than 50 pages of picture keys lead to the appropriate chapter and specific photos to confirm identification. The keys are surprisingly comprehensive and easy for non-specialists to use.

Detailed chapters covering all insect orders and the insect families of eastern North America

A brief examination of common families of related terrestrial arthropods

4,000 color photographs illustrating typical behaviors and key characteristics

28 picture keys for quick and accurate insect identification

Three indexes -- common family names, photographs, general index

Expert guidance on observing, collecting and photographing insects.