Author : Frederick R. Prete
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 42,94 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780801861741
"Reviews current understanding of mantid biology related to their taxonomy and morphology, reproduction, neurobiology, ecology, and defense strategies." -- Choice
Author : Orin McMonigle
Publisher :
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 38,2 MB
Release : 2013-02-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781616461669
Prepare to be enchanted with an in-depth and up-close view of the most loved of all invertebrates, the praying mantis! Keeping the Praying Mantis is a huge resource designed to give mantis enthusiasts every tool needed for feeding, housing, and rearing these magical (almost mythological) creatures. Details on their biology, relationship with man over the ages, behavior, and captive husbandry will give you a solid foundation for successfully keeping fascinating species from around the world. From ant mimics and unicorn mantids to Devil's flower, orchid, and ghost mantids, there are species to entice every insect hobbyist.
Author : Thomas Green
Publisher :
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 24,13 MB
Release : 2014-02-03
Category :
ISBN : 9781910085127
Author : Kris Anderson
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 50,14 MB
Release : 2019
Category : Mantodea
ISBN : 9781793025081
This peer reviewed text includes a dichotomous key to all 16 genera of Mantodea found in the U.S. and Canada. Extremely detailed descriptions are provided for each of the 28 species found within this region. One newly listed invasive species is documented, raising the total number of introduced species to seven-25% of the region's Mantodea fauna. Updated species treatments include taxonomic illustrations, precise morphological descriptions, accurate morphometry, complete natural history documentation, exhaustive historical literature review, and detailed distribution range maps. There are 183 illustrations contained within the 297 pages of text, including 120 color photographs of live specimens.
Author : Jennifer Dussling
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,9 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Insects
ISBN : 9780756672065
Describes the hunting activities of various bugs, including the praying mantis, wood ant, and dragonfly.
Author : Paul Meisel
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,25 MB
Release : 2018-05-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0823440060
Get a bug's-eye-view on the life cycle of the praying mantis, in this hilarious, scientifically accurate Nature Diary following an insect through her whole summer. Finalist for the AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books "May 17: I was born today! It's a beautiful, sunny spring day!" This is the diary of P. Mantis, one of 150 brothers and sisters born on a garden bush. P. Mantis is an amazing bug: she can make herself look like a stick to hide from predators, she can swivel her head all the way around, and when she's grown up she'll even be able to fly! In dated journal entries P. Mantis describes the entirety of her life, sharing the fun and beauty of her world as well its little ups and downs ("I ate one of my brothers. Okay, maybe two"). Colorful, bold art helps illustrate the different stages of the mantis life cycle, and the engaging, narrative text is paired with more detailed information about praying mantises on the heavily-illustrated endpapers. Washington Children's Choice Book Award 2019 Nominee A New York Public Library Staff Pick for Children Don't miss the other hilarious entries in The Nature Diary Series! Each one explores the life cycle of an animal in dated journal entries, showing young readers how they grow and change through the seasons-- and offering a few laughs, too! Brightly illustrated and vetted by experts, Paul Meisel's books are a perfect introduction to your backyard neighbors. My Happy Year by E. Bluebird A Junior Library Guild Selection My Stinky Summer by S. Bug A Junior Library Guild Selection
Author : Adrienne Houk Maley
Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 43,24 MB
Release : 2013-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1433982412
The praying mantis gets its name from the way it holds it front legs, but don’t let this crafty bug fool you. It isn’t praying; it’s waiting for the perfect time to attack. Praying mantises wait patiently with their front legs folded for a meal to wander by. Then it strikes. The numerous photographs of praying mantises in their natural habitats will thrill readers as they learn some truly fun facts about these remarkable bugs.
Author : Sandra Markle
Publisher : Lerner Publications ™
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 29,16 MB
Release : 2021-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1728425425
A praying mantis waits for its prey insect to appear. Then, like lightning, the mantis strikes! Learn how praying mantises hunt, reproduce, and protect themselves with thrilling details and awesome augmented reality experiences.
Author : Roberto Battiston
Publisher : WBA Handbooks
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 37,99 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Fangschrecken
ISBN : 9788890332319
Author : Melissa Higgins
Publisher : Pebble
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 18,54 MB
Release : 2020
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1977121225
Did you know many praying mantises are masters of disguise? Some blend in with dead leaves. Others look like lovely flowers. But all are fierce hunters! Meet powerful praying mantises from around the world with Smithsonian Little Entomologist. Kids will be wowed by the amazing variety of bugs and up-close photos, while also learning about their behavior, life cycle, diet, and more. The engaging, leveled text supports life science curriculum.
