Spiders of North America (Paperback)

An accessible field guide to more than 500 of the most commonly found spider species in North America Of the more than 49,000 species of spider worldwide, some 4,000 are in North America. Spiders of North America explores more than 500 of the most common and interesting spiders found in this region of the world. This richly illustrated guide begins with an overview of spiders-what they are exactly, how they can be found, how they develop, and why they are important. The book features information on all the major spider guilds: sensing web weavers, sheet web weavers, orb web weavers, space web weavers, ambush hunters, ground active hunters, other active hunters, and spider hunters. Chapters contain accessible descriptions for identifying members of each spider family, including helpful tips for distinguishing members of similar families, and details at the genus and species levels. Stunning color photographs and informative distribution maps accompany the text. Useful descriptions for identification of each spider family Stunningly detailed macro and in-situ photographs Information on all the major spider guilds Handy distribution maps

General

Imprint:	Princeton University Press
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Princeton Field Guides
Release date:	June 2022
First published:	2022
Authors:	Sarah Rose
Foreword by:	Eric R Eaton
Dimensions:	216 x 140 x 41mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Flexible plastic/vinyl cover
Pages:	624
ISBN-13:	978-0-691-17561-4
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Encyclopaedias & reference works > Reference works > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Zoology & animal sciences > Invertebrates > Insects (entomology) Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Wild animals > Insects & spiders > General
LSN:	0-691-17561-6
Barcode:	9780691175614

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