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9780691243108: The Complete Insect: Anatomy, Physiology, Evolution, and Ecology
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ISBN 10 : 0691243107 ISBN 13 : 9780691243108
Editeur : Princeton University Press, 2023

Synopsis

A beautifully illustrated exploration of the world's most extraordinary animals

With an astounding 3.5 million species occupying virtually every habitat on Earth, insects are one of the most diverse groups of animals on the planet, from the humble bee to the agile praying mantis. Taking you inside the extraordinary world of insects, The Complete Insect explores all aspects of the natural history of these remarkable creatures, providing a close-up look at their fascinating anatomy, physiology, evolution, ecology, behavior, and more. It features hundreds of stunning color photographs and illustrations and draws on a broad range of examples, from familiar ants to iridescent jewel beetles. A celebration of the rich complexity of insect life, The Complete Insect is a must-have book for insect enthusiasts and armchair naturalists.

  • An absorbing, wide-ranging, and beautiful exploration of the fascinating natural history of insects
  • Features a wealth of stunning full-color photographs from the field
  • Includes photomicrographs and electron micrographs that offer a rare view of normally invisible structures
  • Examines the complex relationship between humans and insects
  • Integrates physiological adaptations with ecology and behavior

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À propos de l'auteur

David A. Grimaldi is an entomologist and curator at the American Museum of Natural History in New York, where he is also a professor at its Gilder Graduate School. He is the coauthor of Evolution of the Insects and collaborated with photographer Levon Biss on the book and exhibition Extinct and Endangered: Insects in Peril.

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Éditeur
Princeton University Press
Date d'édition
2023
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0691243107
ISBN 13 
9780691243108
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
368
Éditeur
Grimaldi David A.
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
gpsr@libri.de
gpsr@libri.de

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