The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 butterfly and
moth species from around the world.
Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach
make this the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to the
butterflies and moths of the world. Packed with more than 600 full-color
photographs of over 500 species, this handy reference book is designed
to cut through the process of identification and help you to recognize a
species quickly and easily.
Expertly written and thoroughly vetted, each entry combines a precise
description with annotated photographs to highlight the characteristics
and distinguishing features of each butterfly or moth, while also
providing at-a-glance facts for quick reference.
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Dive straight into this nifty nature book to discover:**
- Each entry includes at-a-glance facts for quick reference.
- Close-up photography shows key details and highlights distinguishing
features, showing upper- and undersides and males and females where
distinct.
- Includes beautifully detailed illustrations of caterpillars for some
species, so you can spot the species at any time of life
The introduction explains the difference between butterflies and moths,
details the life cycle from egg to adult, rearing your own specimens,
and offers guidance for finding and observing live specimens in the
wild. A concise glossary defines technical and scientific terms. Compact
enough to take out into the field, SI Handbook of Butterflies makes
identifying these beautiful insects easier than ever before.
