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The only portable full-color photographic guide to the most
commonly seen bees east of the Mississippi River Bees play a
vitally important role in the pollination of native plants and
agricultural crops around the globe. Common Bees of Eastern North
America is the first species-level photographic field guide to the
most commonly seen bees in the eastern United States and Canada.
Identifying bees to species is challenging even for taxonomists.
This book walks you through the process of bee identification using
breathtaking high-resolution color photos that highlight the unique
characteristics of each species, making identification easier. Full
of essential facts about the natural history of these magnificent
creatures, this is the must-have field guide for naturalists and
backyard gardeners alike. Covers 125 of the most commonly seen
species in the eastern United States and Canada Features 500
stunning close-up photos in full color Shows multiple images for
each species, with arrows highlighting key identifying marks
Provides silhouette images depicting the actual size of each
species Describes key identification features, size, phenology,
floral preference, nesting, and related species Includes a range
map for every species Contains a taxonomic key to the bee genera of
the eastern United States and Canada
An authoritative, marvelously illustrated field guide to the velvet
ants of North America Velvet Ants of North America is a beautiful
photographic guide to the species of the wasp family Mutillidae
found in the United States and Canada. Featuring hundreds of
full-color photos, it covers nearly 460 species—representing more
than 9 percent of all velvet ant species, which number in the
thousands worldwide—providing comprehensive and up-to-date
coverage of this spectacular group of insects. This one-of-a-kind
guide serves as an invaluable reference for naturalists, scientific
researchers, museum specialists, and outdoor enthusiasts. Covers
nearly 460 species found in North America and throughout the world
Features stunning high-resolution photos of each species Detailed
species accounts and keys allow for easy and rewarding
identification Sheds invaluable light on taxa from Mesoamerica, the
Caribbean, and beyond Provides silhouette images depicting the
actual size ranges of species Includes distribution maps of nearly
all diurnal species in the United States and Canada
A portable, full-color photographic guide to the most commonly seen
bees in the western United States and Canada Bees play a vitally
important role in the pollination of native plants and agricultural
crops around the globe. These stunningly beautiful insects come in
a wide range of sizes, shapes, and colors. There are more than
3,000 species in western North America, and identifying them is a
challenging task even for taxonomists. Common Bees of Western North
America is the first species-level photographic field guide to the
most commonly seen bees in the western United States and Canada,
focusing on those that are found in urban environments, specialize
on unique plants, or are especially distinctive in appearance. This
book walks you through the process of bee identification using
breathtaking high-resolution color photos that highlight the key
characteristics of each species, making identification easier. Full
of essential facts about the natural history of these magnificent
creatures, this is a must-have field guide for naturalists and
backyard gardeners alike. Covers more than 200 species Features
more than 1,100 stunning close-up color photos Shows multiple
images of each species, with arrows indicating key features
Includes a range map for every species Provides silhouette images
depicting the actual size of each species Describes key
identification features, size, phenology, floral preference,
nesting, and related species Contains a taxonomic key to the bee
genera of the region
The Bees in Your Backyard provides an engaging introduction to the
roughly 4,000 different bee species found in the United States and
Canada, dispelling common myths about bees while offering essential
tips for telling them apart in the field. The book features more
than 900 stunning color photos of the bees living all around us--in
our gardens and parks, along nature trails, and in the wild spaces
between. It describes their natural history, including where they
live, how they gather food, their role as pollinators, and even how
to attract them to your own backyard. Ideal for amateur naturalists
and experts alike, it gives detailed accounts of every bee family
and genus in North America, describing key identification features,
distributions, diets, nesting habits, and more. * Provides the most
comprehensive and accessible guide to all bees in the United States
and Canada* Features more than 900 full-color photos* Offers
helpful identification tips and pointers for studying bees*
Includes a full chapter on how to attract bees to your backyard
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