A Guide To The Cockroaches Of Australia

Author : David Rentz
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-29
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781486300372

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A Guide to the Cockroaches of Australia by David Rentz Pdf

Cockroaches! Even a mere mention of the word causes many people to recoil in horror. However, of the hundreds of species of cockroaches (or blattodeans as they are known) found in Australia, only a small number of them give the group a bad name. Just a few species that are commonly found in homes, restaurants and hospitals are responsible for thousands of dollars in expenditure to comply with health standards. A Guide to the Cockroaches of Australia is a comprehensive account of most of the 550 described species found in Australia. The book reveals their diversity and beauty, it looks in detail at their morphology, habitats and ecology, and explains how to collect and preserve them. Importantly, it will allow pest controllers, students and researchers to reliably identify most of the common pest species as well as the non-pest cockroaches. It will also, perhaps, go some way towards elevating the reputation of these much-maligned insects, and promote further study of them. 2014 Whitley Award Commendation for Field Guide.

Author : Paul Zborowski,Ross Storey
Publisher : Reed A H
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Nature
ISBN : CORNELL:31924073910352

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A Field Guide to Insects in Australia by Paul Zborowski,Ross Storey Pdf

Copiously illustrated practical guide providing a key to the 26 orders of insects in Australia, and describing the characteristics of the largest and most common families. Gives information about insect biology and life cycles and collecting insects. Includes a glossary and an index. Zborowski is an entomologist working for the CSIRO, and Storey is curator of the QDPI's Mareeba insect collection.

Author : Alan Henderson,Deanna Henderson,Jessie Sinclair
Publisher : Museum Victoria
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780975837085

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Bugs Alive by Alan Henderson,Deanna Henderson,Jessie Sinclair Pdf

Looking after Australian invertebrates in captivity.

Author : Cameron Webb,Richard Russell,Stephen Doggett
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2016-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780643104471

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A Guide to Mosquitoes of Australia by Cameron Webb,Richard Russell,Stephen Doggett Pdf

Mosquitoes are annoying, and can be deadly, but they can also be beautiful. A Guide to Mosquitoes of Australia explores the biodiversity of this fascinating group of insects. It provides a pictorial guide to almost 100 mosquito species and includes notes on their biology, habitats and association with disease. They are found in almost every type of environment, from pristine wetlands to polluted drains and from coastal saltmarshes to snow melt streams. Australia has a diverse range of mosquitoes and although relatively few pose a serious health risk, public health is an important issue. This book provides information on how to reduce the risk of mosquito-borne disease through tips on keeping your home free of mosquitoes and reducing their bites when you are out and about in the Australian environment.

Author : Robert Whyte,Greg Anderson
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780643107083

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A Field Guide to Spiders of Australia by Robert Whyte,Greg Anderson Pdf

Australians have a love–hate relationship with spiders. Some spiders, such as the Redback and the Sydney Funnelweb, inspire fear. Yet Peacock Spiders, with their colourful fan-spreading courtship dances, have won rapturous appreciation worldwide. A Field Guide to Spiders of Australia uses photographs of living animals to help people identify many of the spiders they encounter. Featuring over 1300 colour photographs, it is the most comprehensive account of Australian spiders ever published. With more than two-thirds of Australian spiders yet to be scientifically described, this book sets the scene for future explorations of our extraordinary Australian fauna. This field guide will be enjoyed by naturalists and anyone with an interest in learning more about Australia's incredible arachnids.

Author : Roger Farrow
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05
Category : NATURE
ISBN : 9781486304752

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Insects of South-Eastern Australia by Roger Farrow Pdf

A walk in the bush reveals insects visiting flowers, patrolling the air, burrowing under bark and even biting your skin. Every insect has characteristic feeding preferences and behaviours. Insects of South-Eastern Australia is a unique field guide that uses host plants and behavioural attributes as the starting point for identifying insects. Richly illustrated with colour photographs, the different species of insects found in Australia’s temperate south-east, including plant feeders, predators, parasites and decomposers, are presented. The guide is complemented by an introduction to the insects of the region, including their environment, classification, life history, feeding strategies and behaviour. Fascinating boxes on camouflage, mimicry and many other topics are also included throughout. Whether you are a field naturalist, entomologist or just want to know what’s in your backyard, Insects of South-Eastern Australia will help you to identify the insects most likely to be encountered, as well as understand the basics of their ecology and behaviour.

Author : Larry Slawson
Publisher : Larry Slawson via PublishDrive
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2019-07-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : PKEY:6610000208227

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Cockroaches by Larry Slawson Pdf

This book explores the traits and characteristics of cockroaches, as well as natural (and traditional) methods for exterminating these common pests.

Author : David Rentz,You Ning Su
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2019-06-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486305070

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A Guide to Crickets of Australia by David Rentz,You Ning Su Pdf

Cricket song is a sound of the Australian bush. Even in cities, the rasping calls signify Australia’s remarkable cricket biodiversity. Crickets are notable for a variety of reasons. When their population booms, some of these species become agricultural pests and destroy crop pastures. Some introduced species are of biosecurity concern. Other crickets are important food sources for native birds, reptiles and mammals, as well as domestic pets. Soon you might even put them in your cake or stir-fry, as there is a rapidly growing industry for cricket products for human consumption. Featuring keys, distribution maps, illustrations and detailed colour photographs from CSIRO’s Australian National Insect Collection, A Guide to Crickets of Australia allows readers to reliably identify all 92 described genera and many species from the Grylloidea (true crickets) and Gryllotalpoidea (mole crickets and ant crickets) superfamilies. Not included are the Raspy Crickets (Gryllacrididae), King Crickets (Anostostomatidae) or the so-called ‘Pygmy Mole Crickets’ (Caelifera), which despite their common names are not related to true crickets. Natural history enthusiasts and professionals will find this an essential guide.

Author : David C. Rentz,Helen Margaret Cameron
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 37 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Cockroaches
ISBN : 0643032169

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Catalogue of Australian Cockroaches by David C. Rentz,Helen Margaret Cameron Pdf

Author : Michelle Gleeson
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2016-03
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781486301386

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Miniature Lives by Michelle Gleeson Pdf

We can’t avoid insects. They scurry past us in the kitchen, pop up in our gardens, or are presented to us in jars by inquisitive children. Despite encountering them on a daily basis, most people don’t know an aphid from an antlion, and identifying an insect using field guides or internet searches can be daunting. Miniature Lives provides a range of simple strategies that people can use to identify and learn more about the insects in their homes and gardens. Featuring a step-by-step, illustrated identification key and detailed illustrations and colour photographs, the book guides the reader through the basics of entomology (the study of insects). Simple explanations, amusing analogies and quirky facts describe where insects live, how they grow and protect themselves, the clues they leave behind and their status as friend or foe in a way that is both interesting and easy to understand. Gardeners, nature lovers, students, teachers, and parents and grandparents of bug-crazed kids will love this comprehensive guide to the marvellous diversity of insects that surrounds us and the miniature lives they lead.

Author : Stephen Jackson,Colin Groves
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2015-06-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486300143

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Taxonomy of Australian Mammals by Stephen Jackson,Colin Groves Pdf

Taxonomy of Australian Mammals utilises the latest morphometric and genetic research to develop the most up to date and comprehensive revision of the taxonomy of Australian mammals undertaken to date. It proposes significant changes to the higher ranks of a number of groups and recognises several genera and species that have only very recently been identified as distinct. This easy to use reference also includes a complete listing of all species, subspecies and synonyms for all of Australia’s mammals, both native and introduced as well as terrestrial and marine. This book lays a foundation for future taxonomic work and identifies areas where taxonomic studies should be targeted, not only at the species and subspecies level but also broader phylogenetic relationships. This work will be an essential reference for students, scientists, wildlife managers and those interested in the science of taxonomy.

Author : William J. Bell,Louis M. Roth,Christine A. Nalepa
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2007-07-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780801886164

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Cockroaches by William J. Bell,Louis M. Roth,Christine A. Nalepa Pdf

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Author : John L. Capinera,Ralph D. Scott,Thomas Jefferson Walker
Publisher : Comstock Publishing Associates
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Nature
ISBN : UOM:39015059232242

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Field Guide to Grasshoppers, Katydids, and Crickets of the United States by John L. Capinera,Ralph D. Scott,Thomas Jefferson Walker Pdf

Black-and-white drawings highlight distinguishing characteristics of some of the more difficult-to-identify species. Sonograms provide a graphic representation of the insects' distinctive sounds."

Author : Steve Morton
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2022-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781486306008

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Australian Deserts by Steve Morton Pdf

Australian Deserts: Ecology and Landscapes is about the vast sweep of the Outback, a land of expanses making up three-quarters of the continent – the heart of Australia. Steve Morton brings his extensive first-hand knowledge and experience of arid Australia to this book, explaining how Australian deserts work ecologically. This book outlines why unpredictable rainfall and paucity of soil nutrients underpin the nature of desert ecosystems, while also describing how plants and animals came to be desert dwellers through evolutionary time. It shows how plants use uncertain rainfall to provide for persistence of their populations, alongside outlines of the dominant animals of the deserts and explanations of the features that help them succeed in the face of aridity and uncertainty. Richly illustrated with the photographs of Mike Gillam, this fascinating and accessible book will enhance your understanding of the nature of arid Australia.

Author : Robert G. Foottit,Peter H. Adler
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1044 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2018-06-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118945575

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Insect Biodiversity by Robert G. Foottit,Peter H. Adler Pdf

Volume Two of the new guide to the study of biodiversity in insects Volume Two of Insect Biodiversity: Science and Society presents an entirely new, companion volume of a comprehensive resource for the most current research on the influence insects have on humankind and on our endangered environment. With contributions from leading researchers and scholars on the topic, the text explores relevant topics including biodiversity in different habitats and regions, taxonomic groups, and perspectives. Volume Two offers coverage of insect biodiversity in regional settings, such as the Arctic and Asia, and in particular habitats including crops, caves, and islands. The authors also include information on historical, cultural, technical, and climatic perspectives of insect biodiversity. This book explores the wide variety of insect species and their evolutionary relationships. Case studies offer assessments on how insect biodiversity can help meet the needs of a rapidly expanding human population, and examine the consequences that an increased loss of insect species will have on the world. This important text: Offers the most up-to-date information on the important topic of insect biodiversity Explores vital topics such as the impact on insect biodiversity through habitat loss and degradation and climate change With its companion Volume I, presents current information on the biodiversity of all insect orders Contains reviews of insect biodiversity in culture and art, in the fossil record, and in agricultural systems Includes scientific approaches and methods for the study of insect biodiversity The book offers scientists, academics, professionals, and students a guide for a better understanding of the biology and ecology of insects, highlighting the need to sustainably manage ecosystems in an ever-changing global environment.