Insects - George McGavin

Authoritative text
crystal-clear photography and a systematic approach make this handbook the most comprehensive recognition guide to the insects
spiders and other terrestrial arthropods of the world. Packed with photographs and illustrations of more than 550 insect families
it is designed to cut through the process of identification
enabling you to recognize insects easily.
Photo-Encyclopedic Approach Focusing on over 300 of the main insect families
The Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Insects
Spiders and Other Terrestrial Arthropods tackles the incredible diversity of this class. All 29 orders of insect are examined
as well as a representative selection of spiders and other terrestrial arthropods from around the world. Identification Made Easy Written for beginners and enthusiasts alike
each entry combines a concise description with annotated photographs and illustrations to highlight the insect's chief characteristics
including physical features
life cycle
habitat and larval stages. In addition
there is an explanation of what an insect is
and a practical photographic identification key to the main insect group
which guides the reader to correct entries.