Gavin Broad – författare

A stunning entomology field guide featuring 126 exquisite full-color photographs and concise, informative descriptions for bug identification, suitable for insect lovers of all ages.This colorful insect field guide presents striking photographic profiles of insects, each one specially selected from the 34 million specimens found in one of the oldest and most important entomology collection in the world, held by London's Natural History Museum.The book showcases more than 100 significant bug species, including the ruby-tailed wasp, the garden tiger moth, the jewel beetle, the flying stick insect, the orchid bee, and many others. Readers will learn to distinguish, for example, the translucent abdomen of the great pied hoverfly from the yellow or orange markings on a giant scoliid wasp.Based on the most up-to-date science, this in-depth handbook includes:insightful introduction that explores the different orders and families found in the insect classes and an explanation of how they have evolved126 magnificent full-color photographs showing the bugs in dazzling detaildescriptive captions outlining the bug's lifestyle, distribution, size, and key characteristicsAccessibly written, this is the perfect gift for insect lovers, from curious kids who love bugs to seasoned scientists and amateur science readers alike.

London's Natural History Museum holds the oldest and most important entomology collection in the world - with over 34 million insect and arachnid specimens. Interesting Insects showcases the weird, wonderful, and often surprisingly beautiful world of bugs, from shimmering stag beetles to dazzling dragonflies. For each stunning specimen there is a close-up photograph and accompanying text describing its appearance, lifestyle, distribution and size, together with its key characteristics.

A richly illustrated guide to wasps around the worldWasps have been around since before the dinosaurs and are one of the world’s largest insect groups. More than 150,000 species have been identified, and while the black-and-yellow insect with a cinched waist may be the most familiar, most wasps are tiny parasitoids that use other insects for food. Wasps of the World provides a breathtaking look at the diverse characteristics, habitats, and lifestyles of these extraordinary insects.Features more than 250 stunning color photos of numerous speciesProfiles more than 100 families, with absorbing commentary detailing the range, habits, and notable features of members of each familyEvery profile includes a distribution map and a table of essential facts about size, diet, reproduction, and habitatsDiscusses the evolution and biology of wasps, exploring the vital role they play in supporting healthy ecosystemsShows how scientific research is expanding our knowledge about wasps and their behavior