
- 160 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
The Little Book of Beetles
About this book
A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of the world’s beetles
Packed with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, The Little Book of Beetles is an accessible and enjoyable mini-reference about the world’s beetles, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics—from anatomy, diversity, and reproduction to habitat and conservation. It also includes curious facts and a section on beetles in myths, folklore, and modern culture from around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of beetles.
- A beautifully designed pocket-size book with a foil-stamped cloth cover
- Features some 140 color illustrations and photos
- Makes a perfect gift
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Contents
- Introduction
- 1. What is a Beetle?
- 2. Evolution
- 3. Diversity and Classification
- 4. External Structures
- 5. Physiology and Internal Anatomy
- 6. Reproduction and Defense
- 7. Lifestyles
- 8. Distribution and Abundance
- 9. Habitats
- 10. Beetles and Humans
- 11. Study and Conservation
- 12. Curious Facts
- Glossary
- Further reading
- Index
- Acknowledgements
- About the Author