The insects: an outline of entomology

Penelope Gullan, Peter Cranston

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    Abstract

    This established, popular textbook provides a stimulating and comprehensive introduction to the insects, the animals that represent over half of the planet's biological diversity. In this new fourth edition, the authors introduce the key features of insect structure, function, behavior, ecology and classification, placed within the latest ideas on insect evolution. Much of the book is organised around major biological themes - living on the ground, in water, on plants, in colonies, and as predators, parasites/parasitoids and prey. A strong evolutionary theme is maintained throughout. The ever-growing economic importance of insects is emphasized in new boxes on insect pests, and in chapters on medical and veterinary entomology, and pest management. Updated 'taxoboxes' provide concise information on all aspects of each of the 27 major groupings (orders) of insects.
    Original languageEnglish
    Place of PublicationUK
    PublisherWiley-Blackwell
    Number of pages565
    Volume1
    Edition4th
    ISBN (Print)9781444330366
    Publication statusPublished - 2010

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