Book Description
Introduces insects and spiders from around the world, encompassing biology, behavior, habitat, and more.
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Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 16,60 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780761473343
Introduces insects and spiders from around the world, encompassing biology, behavior, habitat, and more.
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Publisher :
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 36,7 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781563318412
From beetles and butterflies to grasshoppers and honeybees: two entomologists cover the mysterious world of insects, providing helpful tips on caring for insect pets and an identification guide to the most common insect and spider species. Full color.
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Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 50,72 MB
Release : 2014
Category : Insects
ISBN : 9780716633235
"An introduction to insects and spiders, including their varieties, development, physical features, behavior, and social organization. Features include fact boxes, photographs, illustrations, a glossary, and a list of recommended books and websites"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Peggy Macnamara
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 14,36 MB
Release : 2005-08-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780226501000
Marrying art and entomology, this is a unique introduction to local biodiversity found in Illinois. More than a traditional field guide, it combines lush artwork with the science of natural history.
Author : Weldon Owen
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 41 pages
File Size : 23,12 MB
Release : 2022-04-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1681887738
Explore a secret world of leafy branches, forest floors and rocky crevices to meet incredible insect. Each leaf includes a detailed illustration with facts and taxonomic name of one creature.
Author : George McGavin
Publisher : Gareth Stevens
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 27,27 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780836888997
Discusses the different kinds of insects and spiders and their life cycles, habitats, diet, and homes.
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Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 48,49 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780761473381
Introduces insects and spiders from around the world, encompassing biology, behavior, habitat, and more.
Author : Francesco Tomasinelli
Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 17,6 MB
Release : 2020-07-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0762468971
From moths and beetles to worms and spiders, this completely illustrated, fact-filled book features hundreds of creepy-crawlies for kids to discover and explore. This gorgeously illustrated book reveals the hidden world of some of the most mind-boggling insects. Divided into categorical sections like herbivores and predators, Bugs of the World includes beetles, wasps, bees, ants, caterpillars, butterflies, dragonflies, spiders, flies, crickets and grasshoppers, centipedes and millipedes, and more. Each of the 250 insects featured is accompanied by beautiful illustrations and facts about the creature, including its common name and scientific name, its size, its continent of origin, and a brief description of its unique characteristics. Kids will also learn about the different life cycles of insects, why they are important to ecology and our world, the planet's most dangerous insects, how bugs camouflage themselves, and so much more.
Author : Matthew Robertson
Publisher : Little Simon
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 27,10 MB
Release : 2002-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781575849836
Uses text, illustrations, and activities to present all sorts of information about insects and spiders.
Author : Norman I. Platnick
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 10,16 MB
Release : 2020-06-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0691204985
A stunningly illustrated natural history of spiders Spiders are among the most versatile creatures on the planet, inhabiting six of the seven continents and thriving in environments ranging from deserts and rain forests to Arctic tundra and cities. Spiders of the World is a captivating look at these wondrously adaptable and endlessly intriguing arachnids, written by six of the world's leading experts on spiders. This stunningly illustrated natural history features a wealth of spectacular color photos and covers a breathtaking array of spider species from around the globe, describing their behaviors, characteristics, and remarkable evolutionary adaptations. An incisive and engaging introduction provides an invaluable overview of the world's spiders, and is followed by in-depth profiles spanning more than 100 spider families and presented taxonomically. Each profile is organized phylogenetically and includes beautiful photography to illustrate various species within the family. There are also distribution maps, tables of essential facts, and commentaries highlighting diverse aspects of spider biology, making Spiders of the World an indispensable volume for anyone who wants to learn more about these marvelous creatures. Provides a richly illustrated look at spiders of all shapes and sizes from around the world Features hundreds of color photos and diagrams Spans more than 100 spider families and covers an array of different species Explores spider behavior, attributes, biology, and evolution Includes distribution maps, tables of essential facts, informative commentaries, and more Engages and educates readers about the unique natural history of spiders