Butterflies Of The World
A celebration of the immense beauty and diversity of butterflies
$39.99
ISBN
9781921517334
By | Adrian Hoskins |
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Format | Hardback |
Page Extent | 350 |
Book Size | 27 x 248 x 203 mm (H x W x D) |
Imprint | Reed New Holland |
Release Date | 1/05/2015 |
Subject Classification | The natural world, country life & pets / Wildlife: general interest / Wildlife: butterflies, other insects & spiders |
A lavishly illustrated book covering the butterflies of the world, with informative text written by an expert author who has spent many years watching and studying lepidoptera around the world. Opening chapters cover the evolution, anatomy, lifecycle, ecology and taxonomy of the world s butterflies. The bulk of the book comprises chapters offering comprehensive coverage of each of the world s butterfly families, from the spectacular swallowtails, apollos, morphos and birdwings through to the cryptic browns, whites, skippers and hairstreaks. The pages are illustrated with hundreds of stunning colour photographs showing more than 350 images taken, mainly by the author, from locations around the world.
Adrian Hoskins
Adrian Hoskins has spent the last 25 years studying and photographing butterflies around the world, including many destinations in South and Central America, Africa, Europe and Asia.