Michael Chinery is een Engelse naturalist en redacteur van het tijdschrift Cecidology. Zijn werk duikt in de natuurlijke wereld, met een bijzondere focus op insecten en plantengallen. Via zijn publicaties belicht hij complexe ecosystemen en dierengemeenschappen voor zijn lezers, en biedt hij inzicht in hun ingewikkelde verbanden.
Offers detailed yet concise information on more than two thousand animals from around the globe, from protozoa to elephants, as well as special entries on animal behavior, such as adaptation and migration, and more than a thousand pictures.
Acts as a general introduction to insects and their study for the previously inexperienced naturalist. Provides information on the insects of both Britain and of the parts of Europe which are north of the Pyrenees.
A handy guide to identifying bugs, beetles, bees, and much more. With this clear photographic guide in your rucksack, no insect encountered will escape identification! This fascinating little guide teaches you how to identify 240 insects found in Britain and Europe. Each insect entry includes a photograph of the insect and details of distinguishing features which can help with identification; information on size, habitat, geographical range, and months when the insect can be spotted; and the names of similar species with which the insect could be confused and details of the differences between them. This clear photographic guide fits neatly into the pocket or rucksack and is perfect for taking on walks.
IMMEDIATE DISPATCH FROM UK STOCKIST - ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE JEC MEMORIAL NATURE RESERVE, BANKS OF THE LITTLE OUSE, SUFFOLK - Will dispatch Internationally, by air mail.
Describes the physical characteristics and life cycle of the spider.
A Field Guide to the Insects of Britain and Northern Europe
An Expert Reference Guide to 840 Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals From Every Continent
Beginning with a biological and evolutionary overview of the animal kingdom, this book examines a range of animal characteristics, including anatomy, survival instinct and reproduction. It explores the impact that humans have had on the natural world, with an investigation of endangered species and conservation.
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