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Author | : George Hangay |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 249 |
Release | : 2010-04-27 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0643101934 |
Download A Guide to the Beetles of Australia Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
A Guide to the Beetles of Australia provides a comprehensive introduction to the Coleoptera – a huge and diverse group of insects. Beetles make up 40 per cent of all insects known to science. The number of described beetle species in the world – around 350 000 – is more than six times the number of all vertebrate species. New beetle species are being discovered all the time. Of the 30 000 species that may occur in Australia, only 20 000 have been scientifically described. These include around 6500 weevils (Curculionidae), 2600 scarabs, dung beetles and chafers (Scarabaeidae); and 2250 leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae). A Guide to the Beetles of Australia highlights the enormous diversity of this unique insect Order. It emphasises the environmental role of beetles, their relationships with other plants and animals, and their importance to humans. Winner of the 2010 Whitley Medal.
Author | : George Hangay |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 435 |
Release | : 2017-04-01 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1486302106 |
Download A Guide to Stag Beetles of Australia Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Most Australian stag beetles live secretive lives, spending the majority of their life cycle inside decaying timber or under logs sunken in the soil. Yet these active recyclers of the forest are admired by beetle-loving people worldwide. Their aesthetic appeal and the rarity of some species make them of great value to collectors: the beetles in the subfamily Lampriminae are splendidly colourful, while others show an amazing variety in male mandible size and structure. A Guide to Stag Beetles of Australia is a comprehensive account of the 95 lucanid species found in Australia. This book reveals their diversity and beauty, looks in detail at their morphology, habitats and ecology, and explains how to collect, keep and preserve them. Natural history enthusiasts and professional and amateur coleopterists alike will benefit from the use of this guide. The book features some stunning images from entomologist and photographer Paul Zborowski. Paul has over 40 years' experience of field-based study of insects and related creatures in habitats all over the world.
Author | : Penny Edwards |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 74 |
Release | : 2015-10-19 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1486300707 |
Download Introduced Dung Beetles in Australia Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This field guide to introduced dung beetles covers all species found in Australia, including two newly introduced species. It will enable farmers, Landcare workers and the interested public to identify and learn about the basic biology of these beetles found in cattle dung.
Author | : John Lawrence |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 570 |
Release | : 2013-10-14 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0643097295 |
Download Australian Beetles Volume 1 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Volume 1 in a three-volume series that represents a comprehensive treatment of the beetles of Australia.
Author | : Roger Farrow |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 437 |
Release | : 2016-05-01 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1486304761 |
Download Insects of South-Eastern Australia Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
A walk in the bush reveals insects visiting flowers, patrolling the air, burrowing under bark and even biting your skin. Every insect has characteristic feeding preferences and behaviours. Insects of South-Eastern Australia is a unique field guide that uses host plants and behavioural attributes as the starting point for identifying insects. Richly illustrated with colour photographs, the different species of insects found in Australia’s temperate south-east, including plant feeders, predators, parasites and decomposers, are presented. The guide is complemented by an introduction to the insects of the region, including their environment, classification, life history, feeding strategies and behaviour. Fascinating boxes on camouflage, mimicry and many other topics are also included throughout. Whether you are a field naturalist, entomologist or just want to know what’s in your backyard, Insects of South-Eastern Australia will help you to identify the insects most likely to be encountered, as well as understand the basics of their ecology and behaviour.
Author | : David C. Rentz |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 225 |
Release | : 2010 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 0643095543 |
Download A Guide to the Katydids of Australia Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This is the first well illustrated guide to Australian Katydids aimed at a general readership. A Guide to the Katydids of Australia explores this diverse group of insects from the family Tettigoniidae, which comprises about 2000 species in Australia.
Author | : Adam Slipinski |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 1340 |
Release | : 2019-11-01 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1486311407 |
Download Australian Beetles Volume 2 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This three-volume series represents a comprehensive treatment of the beetles of Australia, a relatively under-studied fauna that includes many unusual and unique lineages found nowhere else on Earth. Volume 2 contains 36 chapters, providing critical information and identification keys to the genera of the Australian beetle families included in suborders Archostemata, Myxophaga, Adephaga and several groups of Polyphaga (Scirtoidea, Hydrophiloidea, Scarabaeoidea, Buprestoidea and Tenebrionidae). Each chapter is richly illustrated in black and white drawings and photographs. The book also includes colour habitus figures for about 1000 Australian beetle genera and subgenera belonging to the families treated in this volume. This volume is a truly international collaborative effort, as the chapters have been written by 23 contributors from Australia, China, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Poland and USA.
Author | : Paul D Brock |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 217 |
Release | : 2009-01-29 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0643099700 |
Download The Complete Field Guide to Stick and Leaf Insects of Australia Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Australia has a rich diversity of phasmids – otherwise known as stick and leaf insects. Most of them are endemic, few have been studied and new species continue to be found. Stick insects are, by far, Australia’s longest insects – some of them reach up to 300 mm in body length, or more than half a metre if you include their outstretched legs. Many stick insects are very colourful, and some have quite elaborate, defensive behaviour. Increasingly they are being kept as pets. This is the first book on Australian phasmids for nearly 200 years and covers all known stick and leaf insects. It includes photographs of all species, notes on their ecology and biology as well as identification keys suitable for novices or professionals.
Author | : Patrice Bouchard |
Publisher | : University of Chicago Press |
Total Pages | : 657 |
Release | : 2014-12-17 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 022608289X |
Download The Book of Beetles Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
“Profiles 600 of the most stunning, most wonderfully adapted beetles around . . . The result is a work that is nothing short of magnificent.” —Wired When renowned British geneticist J. B. S. Haldane was asked what could be inferred about God from a study of his works, Haldane replied, “An inordinate fondness for beetles.” With 350,000 known species, and scientific estimates that millions more have yet to be identified, their abundance is indisputable as is their variety. They range from the delightful summer firefly to the one-hundred-gram Goliath beetle. Beetles offer a dazzling array of shapes, sizes, and colors that entice scientists and collectors across the globe. The Book of Beetles celebrates the beauty and diversity of this marvelous insect. Six hundred significant beetle species are covered, with each entry featuring a distribution map, basic biology, conservation status, and information on cultural and economic significance. Full-color photos show the beetles both at their actual size and enlarged to show details, such as the sextet of spots that distinguish the six-spotted tiger beetle or the jagged ridges of the giant-jawed sawyer beetle. Based in the most up-to-date science and accessibly written, the descriptive text will appeal to researchers and armchair coleopterists alike. The humble beetle continues to grow in popularity, taking center stage in biodiversity studies, sustainable agriculture programs, and even the dining rooms of adventurous and eco-conscious chefs. The Book of Beetles is certain to become the authoritative reference on these remarkably adaptable and beautiful creatures. “Photographs of more than 600 colorful, glossy species, resembling bejeweled broaches morethan creepy crawlies, are presented at actual size.” —Publishers Weekly
Author | : Cameron Webb |
Publisher | : CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages | : 325 |
Release | : 2016-02-01 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 064310447X |
Download A Guide to Mosquitoes of Australia Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Mosquitoes are annoying, and can be deadly, but they can also be beautiful. A Guide to Mosquitoes of Australia explores the biodiversity of this fascinating group of insects. It provides a pictorial guide to almost 100 mosquito species and includes notes on their biology, habitats and association with disease. They are found in almost every type of environment, from pristine wetlands to polluted drains and from coastal saltmarshes to snow melt streams. Australia has a diverse range of mosquitoes and although relatively few pose a serious health risk, public health is an important issue. This book provides information on how to reduce the risk of mosquito-borne disease through tips on keeping your home free of mosquitoes and reducing their bites when you are out and about in the Australian environment.