A richly illustrated introduction to the incredible world of
beetles With some 400,000 species, beetles are among the largest
and most successful groups of organisms on earth, making up
one-fifth of all plant and animal species. No other animals exhibit
such a dazzling range of size, form, and color. Mostly small,
sturdy, and compact, beetles are incredibly well-equipped to find
food, reproduce, and avoid predators. Additionally, their
collective roles as herbivores, hunters, and recyclers are critical
to the sustainability of terrestrial ecosystems. In this lavishly
illustrated book, beetle expert and author Arthur Evans presents an
inviting and comprehensive introduction to the fascinating lives of
the world's beetles. Universal in scope, The Lives of Beetles is
packed with the latest scientific findings, presented in an
accessible way. Individual chapters cover beetles' structure and
function; evolution, diversity, classification, and distribution;
communication, reproduction, and development; feeding habits; uses
in medicine, science, and technology; and study and conservation.
Each chapter concludes with nine stunningly illustrated profiles
that highlight the lives of some of the world's most beautiful and
interesting species. The book also features an up-to-date family
classification, a glossary, and suggestions for further reading. We
need beetles for the ecological services they provide, the
technological innovations they inspire, and the scientific insights
they reveal, so it is essential that we all get to know beetles
better and strive to conserve their habitats. The Lives of Beetles
is the perfect place to begin this journey of discovery and
understanding.
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