Insects of Britain and Western Europe (Domino Field Guide)

Insects of Britain and Western Europe (Domino Field Guide)

by Michael Chinery (Author)

Synopsis

Over 2,000 of the most commonly observed and most distinctive insect species of Britain and western Europe, from all orders and most families, are illustrated in this essential pocket guide. The text summarises key identification points, and introductory sections for each group covered give useful guidelines on the characteristics of the orders, families and genera covered. This is the most comprehensive guide available on the insects of this region and will be of great use to all naturalists with an interest in insect life.

$33.08

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 320
Edition: 2nd Rev
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 28 Jun 2007

ISBN 10: 0713672390
ISBN 13: 9780713672398
Book Overview: Over 2,000 species covered Key identification points given Over 2,000 colour illustrations

Media Reviews
Were I forced to limit my selection of natural history books to a shelf of 10, choice number one would be Insects ... This modestly sized volume contains such a vast amount of readily accessible information couched in understandable terms and is in my hands pretty well every day.' Eastern Daily Press (September 2007) 'The best general field guide to insects on the market.' British Wildlife (August 2007) 'An extraordinary and marvellous book - get one today and start really enjoying the wildlife in your garden.' Organic Gardening 'an invaluable guide to the bugs in your garden...this pocket guide features more than 2000 of the most distinctive insect species of Britain and Western Europe.' Garden (December 07) 'a suberb, comprehensive guide with excellent colour illustrations, which make an often overlooked animal group instantly accessible.' Guardian Unlimited (November 07)
Author Bio
Michael Chinery is the UK's leading writer on insects.