Bibliograph

The book of beetles, a life-size guide to six hundred of nature's gems, editor, Patrice Bouchard ; contributors, Patrice Bouchard [and 9 others]

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The book of beetles, a life-size guide to six hundred of nature's gems, editor, Patrice Bouchard ; contributors, Patrice Bouchard [and 9 others]

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 648-649) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The book of beetles

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

870985649

Responsibility statement

editor, Patrice Bouchard ; contributors, Patrice Bouchard [and 9 others]

Sub title

a life-size guide to six hundred of nature's gems

Summary

Beetles make up more than a quarter of the world's animals and come in a dazzling array of shapes, sizes, and colors that entice scientists and collectors across the globe. This book celebrates their beauty and diversity, covering six hundred significant beetle species. Each entry includes a population distribution map, essential information, listings of related species, and a description of the specimen's importance

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- What is a beetle? -- Beetle classification -- Evolution & diversity -- Communication, reproduction & development -- Defense -- Feeding behavior -- Beetle conservation -- Beetles & society -- The beetles. Archostemata ; Myxophaga ; Adephaga ; Polyphaga -- Appendices. Glossary ; Classification of the Coleoptera ; Resources ; Notes on contributors ; Index of species and families ; Acknowledgments

Target audience

adult

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