Insects: Their Natural History and Diversity by Stephen A. Marshall (English) Ha

Description: Insects: Their Natural History and Diversity by Stephen A. Marshall 2nd edition of the acclaimed reference on insects featuring a comprehensive identification guide using 28 picture keys and 4000 colour photographs taken in the field (not pinned specimens). FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Called "a milestone in insect photography" and "simply bigger, prettier and more comprehensive than any previous publication on insects," Professor Stephen Marshalls Insects is now in a new edition, with more than 500 changes to reflect the latest scientific findings since it was first published in 2006. It is a comprehensive reference on insects featuring an easy identification guide using 28 picture keys, 4000 color photographs taken in the field (not pinned specimens), expert advice on observing insects, and more. Insects enables readers and starting entomologists to identify most insects quickly and accurately. More than 50 pages of picture keys lead to appropriate chapters and specific photos, to confirm identification. The keys are surprisingly comprehensive and easy for non-specialists to use. Features include: . detailed chapters covering insect orders and insect families . a brief examination of common families of related terrestrial arthropods . 4000+ color photographs showing typical behaviors and key characteristics . three indexes--common family names, photographs, general index . expert guidance on observing, collecting and photographing insects . new remarks on declining habitat and threats to biodiversity This book has been widely and thoroughly praised. It is now ready for a new generation of new, and lifetime students of entomology. AUTHOR: Stephen A. Marshall is a professor of entomology at the University of Guelph, Ontario, where he developed a major insect collection and carries out research on insect systematics and biodiversity. He has discovered hundreds of new species, several new genera, and two new subfamilies. 4000 colour photographs, illustrations, charts, 28 picture keys, 3 indexes, bibliography Author Biography Stephen Marshall is a professor of entomology at the University of Guelph, Ontario, where he developed a major insect collection and carries out research on insect systematics and biodiversity. He has discovered hundreds of new species, several new genera, and two new subfamilies. Review I wish Id had Stephen Marshalls book when I started out in entomology. Its countless photographs and notes bring alive the vast diversity of the insect world - Edward O. Wilson, Harvard University, author of Sociobiology. Magnificent ... thousands of photographs that allow identification of almost any insect to family and many to genus or species ... a delight to read - American Reference Books Annual 2007. An incredibly important, masterfully written and profusely illustrated work that belongs in the library of every field biologist, educator, student and naturalist ... a book that is destined to become a natural history classic - Arthur V Evans, Research Collaborator, Dept. of Entomology, Smithsonian Institution. Review Quote [Selection, 2007 RUSA Outstanding Reference Source, Reference and User Services Association [RUSA] Committee] "A wealth of information is provided for the works less-than-$100 price." Details ISBN1770859624 Author Stephen A. Marshall Pages 736 Publisher Firefly Books Ltd Year 2017 ISBN-10 1770859624 ISBN-13 9781770859623 Format Hardcover Edition 2nd Imprint Firefly Books Ltd Subtitle Their Natural History and Diversity Place of Publication Willowdale Country of Publication Canada Media Book DEWEY 595.7097 Publication Date 2017-09-01 Short Title Insects: Their Natural History and Diversity Language English UK Release Date 2017-09-01 Illustrations 4000 colour photos, illustrations and charts Edition Description 2nd Revised edition Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:116854657;

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