Grasshoppers And Mantids Of The World (Of The World Series) Download Free (EPUB, PDF)
Some varieties mimic flowers and leaves, others have cars on their front legs, and still more resemble sticks. With photographs taken from 24 countries around the world, this guide offers a visually stunning and complete account of these small but wonderful insects. You won't believe the bright coloring many types display! Investigate mating rituals -- a sometimes-dangerous adventure for certain male bugs, given the females' tendencies to devour their partners! Egg-laying and development, food and feeding, defensive strategies, and common environments also receive extensive treatment. From the "bad" (carnivorous katydids with their fierce, painful bites) to the beautiful (the gorgeous "monkey hoppers" of Peru), see who their enemies are, and how these insects interact with mankind. Unfortunately, as people encroach on their habitats, many species, including some of the most stunning ones you see here, face extinction. First-hand observations paint a vivid picture of these creatures.
Series: Of the World Series
Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: Sterling Pub Co Inc (April 1998)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0713723815
ISBN-13: 978-0713723816
Product Dimensions: 0.5 x 6 x 9.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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* Covers the world's grasshoppers, katydids, crickets, cockroaches, mantids and stick insects - the orthopteroids* Often superbly-coloured and bizarrely-shaped, these insects are spectacular and fascinating* Includes first-hand original observations plus important data on physiology, classification, life cycles and behavior* Another title in the highly-successful 'Of The World' series--- from book's back cover
This book is a great introduction to the world of grasshoppers and mantids. It's 8 chapters are as follows: 1) Classification and Physiology, 2) Coutship and Mating, 3) Egg-laying and Development, 4) Food and Feeding, 5) Defence, 6) Where they live, 7) Enemies, 8) Interactions with the Human World. A relatively basic & general book using quality color photographs with a mix of black and white photos of various species to illustrate points throughout the book. Recommended for those with an interest in these insects including hobbyists that raise mantids or grasshoppers.
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