The Complete Insect: Anatomy, Physiology, Evolution, and Ecology

✍ Scribed by David A. Grimaldi (editor)

Publisher: Princeton University Press
Year: 2023
Tongue: English
Leaves: 368
Category: Library

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✦ Synopsis

A beautifully illustrated exploration of the world’s most extraordinary animals

With an astounding 3.5 million species occupying virtually every habitat on Earth, insects are one of the most diverse groups of animals on the planet, from the humble bee to the agile praying mantis. Taking you inside the extraordinary world of insects, The Complete Insect explores all aspects of the natural history of these remarkable creatures, providing a close-up look at their fascinating anatomy, physiology, evolution, ecology, behavior, and more. It features hundreds of stunning color photographs and illustrations and draws on a broad range of examples, from familiar ants to iridescent jewel beetles. A celebration of the rich complexity of insect life, The Complete Insect is a must-have book for insect enthusiasts and armchair naturalists.

An absorbing, wide-ranging, and beautiful exploration of the fascinating natural history of insects
Features a wealth of stunning full-color photographs from the field
Includes photomicrographs and electron micrographs that offer a rare view of normally invisible structures
Examines the complex relationship between humans and insects
Integrates physiological adaptations with ecology and behavior

✦ Table of Contents

Contents
Foreword
Editor’s Preface: The World of Insects
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Structure and Function
Chapter 3. Wings and Flight
Chapter 4. Development, Metamorphosis, and Growth
Chapter 5. Natural History
Chapter 6. Impacts on Humans and the Environment
Glossary
Further Reading
Index
Picture Credits
Acknowledgments

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