Overview
The ultimate photographic field guide to North American insects This amazing field guide enables you to identify all 783 families of insects currently recognized in the United States and Canada. Richly illustrated with more than 3,700 stunning photos along with keys to families for many of the orders, Insects of North America features a comprehensive introduction that discusses classification and nomenclature, insect diversity, global threats, the latest collecting and curatorial techniques, and the many ways these remarkable organisms impact society. Combined with in-depth taxonomic coverage, this is the essential resource for both professionals and amateurs interested in the most diverse group of animals on the planet. Covers all 783 insect families known to occur in the United States and Canada Features more than 3,700 color photos, with nearly every photo identified to species level Includes an illustrated glossary for easy reference in the field The first field companion of its kind since the publication of the Peterson guide in 1970 Ideal for entomology courses of all levels An invaluable resource for anyone interested in insects
Full Product Details
Author: Dr. John C. Abbott (Chief Curator & Director of Museum Research and Collections) ,
Kendra Abbott (Ecologist and Science Communicator)
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Imprint: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 9780691232850
ISBN 10: 0691232857
Pages: 600
Publication Date: 02 May 2023
Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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General/trade
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Tertiary & Higher Education
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Temporarily unavailable
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Reviews
"""A remarkable achievement.""---David M. Gascoigne, Travels With Birds ""A must have for anyone with an interest in the insects of North America.""---Ian Paulsen, he Birdbooker Report ""An outstanding field guide""---Amanda Williams, Buzz About Bees"
"""A remarkable achievement.""---David M. Gascoigne, Travels With Birds ""A must have for anyone with an interest in the insects of North America.""---Ian Paulsen, he Birdbooker Report"
"""A remarkable achievement.""---David M. Gascoigne, Travels With Birds"
Author Information
John C. Abbott is chief curator and director of research and collections for The University of Alabama Museums. Kendra Abbott is an ecologist and science communicator at The University of Alabama. They are the authors of Common Insects of Texas and Surrounding States.
