British And Irish Moths Third Edition

Author : Chris Manley
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 922 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2021-06-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472992437

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British and Irish Moths: Third Edition by Chris Manley Pdf

A stunning new edition of the best-selling photographic guide to the moths of the British Isles – now covering all British species. British and Irish Moths is the most comprehensive collection of photographs of British moths ever published. It covers both macro and micro species, and almost all the images are all of living insects, taken in natural conditions. Concise text descriptions cover wingspan, status and distribution, flight period, habitat and larval foodplants, while thumbnail maps provide a quick overview of geographical distributions. This third edition has been significantly expanded so that it includes all species on the British list, approximately 2,500 in total, representing a magnificent achievement by the author, Chris Manley. It also includes updates to the text, improvements to the photographic selection, and extra identification hints. For the leaf-mining micros, photographs are included to demonstrate the all-important feeding signs that can often be a more reliable identification method than seeing the adult. This revised and now comprehensive edition is an essential part of the library of any moth enthusiast.

Author : Paul Waring,Martin Townsend
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017-02-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472930323

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Field Guide to the Moths of Great Britain and Ireland by Paul Waring,Martin Townsend Pdf

This latest edition of the Field Guide to the Moths of Great Britain and Ireland has been fully revised, updated and restructured, bringing it in line with the latest thinking in taxonomy. Moths are illustrated in their natural resting postures, and there are also paintings of different forms, underwings and other details to help with identification. New descriptions and illustrations have been included for species that have been newly recorded in Britain and Ireland since the last edition of the guide was published. The text descriptions of all other species – covering field characters and similar species, flight season, life cycle, larval foodplants, and habitat – have been revised and updated where necessary, and particular attention has been paid to updating the distribution information, which is now supported by maps. The revised general introduction explains how the methods of identifying and recording moths have evolved over recent years with the advent of new technologies and as a result of data analysis.

Author : Bernard Skinner,David Wilson
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789004261020

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Colour Identification Guide to the Moths of the British Isles by Bernard Skinner,David Wilson Pdf

Now re-published with additional and updated text, the third edition of the renowned guide to British macro lepidoptera contains two new plates of additional species plus a further group of colour plates comparing critical species in a new style to aid identification of groups of moths. The last twenty-five years since the publication of the first edition have seen a steady increase in our knowledge of British macro moths, their distribution, history and habits, and this new edition will bring to both the new and experienced student of the group, the latest overview of current status of resident, immigrant and historical records. Since the publication of the second edition very significant changes in behaviour and distribution, perhaps associated with climate change, have made it desirable to update much of the basic text. The author, Bernard Skinner has once again prepared an updated concise text giving the fullest details available in a single volume of the British and Irish moths. Here are new records, new species to Great Britain and Ireland together with historical information. Once again the concept of a clear range of illustrations, both drawings and colour photographs provide the basis for identifying moths. Together with a text that indicates similar species, are drawings that point towards diagnostic features of similar moths. The main block of forty-five colour plates illustrate the size, complete wing patterns and important forms and variation of moths. New additional plates bring together magnified images of various groups of moths, some separated in the main plates, to help compare similar species and aid identification using in some cases underside illustrations where advantageous. This is a major update of the 2nd edition that has been out of print for the last couple of years.

Author : Martin Townsend,Paul Waring
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2019-11-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472957290

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Concise Guide to the Moths of Great Britain and Ireland: Second edition by Martin Townsend,Paul Waring Pdf

'A remarkable field guide ... one of those books that come along every now and then and cause a revolution.' Michael McCarthy Independent This concise guide is a companion to the main Field Guide to the Moths of Great Britain and Ireland by the same expert authors, but is in a condensed form with artwork opposite the species descriptions and lay-flat binding for ease of use in the field. It includes brief but comprehensive field descriptions of all the macro-moths in Great Britain, Ireland, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands, and this second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest advances in taxonomy. Featuring more than 1,700 superbly detailed colour artworks and covering nearly 900 species, this portable guide is an essential addition to every moth-lover's field kit.

Author : Andrei Sourakov,Rachel Warren Chadd
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691228563

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The Lives of Moths by Andrei Sourakov,Rachel Warren Chadd Pdf

A richly illustrated look at the natural history of moths Moths are among the most underappreciated insects on the planet, yet they make up the majority of some 180,000 known species of Lepidoptera. Filled with striking images, The Lives of Moths looks at the remarkable world of these amazing and beautiful creatures. While butterflies may get more press than moths, Andrei Sourakov and Rachel Warren Chadd reveal that the lopsided attention is unjust. Moths evolved long before butterflies, and their importance cannot be overestimated. From the tiniest leaf miners to exotic hawk moths that are two hundred to three hundred times larger, these creatures are often crucial pollinators of flowers, including many that bloom at night or in twilight. The authors show that moths and their larvae are the main food source for thousands of animal species, and interact with other insect, plant, and vertebrate communities in ecosystems around the world, from tropical forests and alpine meadows to deserts and wetlands. The authors also explore such topics as evolution, life cycles, methods of communication, and links to humans. A feast of remarkable facts and details, The Lives of Moths will appeal to insect lovers everywhere.

Author : James Lowen
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472990433

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British Moths by James Lowen Pdf

Moths are sometimes overlooked compared to the day-flying butterflies, however, many moths are even more colourful, accessible and fascinating. Britain and Ireland are home to an incredible array of moths, with more than 2,500 species known, and increasing numbers of people have discovered the joy in watching, catching and photographing this diverse group. But, where should you start in being able to identify them? British Moths: A Gateway Guide is a wonderful introduction to 350 species of the most common and eye-catching adult moths that you may encounter in the UK. Rather than being grouped in taxonomic order, species are organised by season, and similar-looking moths are placed alongside one another for ease of identification. Concise species accounts include information on key features, making it easy to distinguish between confusion species, seasonality, and when and where to see them; each account is also placed alongside photos that have been carefully chosen to aid identification with clearly-marked top tips. From hawk-moths to tigers and ermines to emeralds, this guide is the perfect companion for anyone wanting to learn more about these beautiful and remarkable insects.

Author : Steven Falk
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 935 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472970374

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Field Guide to the Bees of Great Britain and Ireland by Steven Falk Pdf

Bees are a fascinating and indispensable group of insects, but many species are in decline, and efforts to help determine distributions and changes in abundance have to date been compromised by a serious lack of identification resources. This book is from author Steven Falk, who is a professional naturalist and conservationist with over forty years' experience of working with bees. It is a comprehensive introduction to bee classification, ecology, field techniques and recording, a full glossary, and information on how to separate the sexes and distinguish bees from other insects. Also included are introductions to families and genera, describing key characters and life histories, as well as detailed species descriptions covering field and microscopic characters, similar species, variants, flight season, habitat, flowers visited, nesting habits, status & distribution, and parasites & associates. A series of innovative illustrated keys to genera and species are designed to guide the user step by step through the identification process. The book is illustrated with over 1,000 colour and black and white artworks by Richard Lewington, one of Europe's leading insect artists. It also includes stunning photographs of living insects as seen in the wild and 234 up-to-date distribution maps. This eagerly anticipated new addition to the highly acclaimed British Wildlife Field Guides series will unravel the complexities of identification, and is designed to cater for people new to the bee world as well as to more experienced recorders who wish to identify every species accurately. It provides the latest information on the identification, ecology, status and distribution of all 275 species of bee in Britain, Ireland and the Channel Islands.

Author : Jeremy Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 753 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2020-03-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472982360

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The Butterflies of Britain and Ireland by Jeremy Thomas Pdf

WINNER OF THE 2010 GUARDIAN NATURE BOOK OF THE YEAR WINNER OF THE 1991 NATURAL WORLD BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD The Butterflies of Britain & Ireland provides comprehensive coverage of all our resident and migratory butterflies, including the latest information on newly discovered species such as Cryptic Wood White and the Geranium Bronze. When first published in 1991 it won the Natural World Book of the Year Award and won plaudits from all quarters. Fully revised, considerably expanded and reset in 2010, it was judged that year's Guardian Nature Book of the Year. Now revised again to reflect the latest research findings, and with up-to-date distribution maps, this remarkable book is THE guide to the appearance, behaviour, life cycle and ecology of the butterflies of Britain and Ireland.

Author : Sean Cole,Michael Waller,Mike Waller
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691177618

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Britain's Orchids by Sean Cole,Michael Waller,Mike Waller Pdf

An accessible, comprehensive and beautifully illustrated guide--the only one to cover all the orchids found in Britain and Ireland Covering more than fifty species as well as hybrids and variants, this is an engaging, intuitive and in-depth identification guide to all the orchids of Britain and Ireland at all stages of development, from first emergence through to setting seed. Drawing on the authors' extensive field experience and the latest scientific research, Britain's Orchids uses multiple techniques to help both beginner and more advanced orchid enthusiasts to identify even the trickiest plants. The book is beautifully illustrated with plates by talented artist Sarah Stribbling as well as more than 1,000 detailed, instructive and evocative photographs by the authors. Orchids have long fired the imagination with their beauty and rarity. This book aims to ignite or increase your passion for these special plants and for the conservation of their habitats, from remote mountaintops to urban wild spaces. The first book to cover all the species, subspecies and varieties, as well as hybrids, at all stages of development Lavishly illustrated with close to 100 stunning plates drawn to scale to show key identification features and more than 1,000 stunning photo showing orchids in their natural settings Simple, step-by-step system for identifying almost any orchid Up-to-date distribution maps and seasonal charts showing when each species can be seen in its various stages Special-feature identification keys that can be used on difficult plants

Author : Martin Townsend,Paul Waring
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472957306

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Concise Guide to the Moths of Great Britain and Ireland: Second edition by Martin Townsend,Paul Waring Pdf

'A remarkable field guide ... one of those books that come along every now and then and cause a revolution.' Michael McCarthy Independent This concise guide is a companion to the main Field Guide to the Moths of Great Britain and Ireland by the same expert authors, but is in a condensed form with artwork opposite the species descriptions and lay-flat binding for ease of use in the field. It includes brief but comprehensive field descriptions of all the macro-moths in Great Britain, Ireland, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands, and this second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest advances in taxonomy. Featuring more than 1,700 superbly detailed colour artworks and covering nearly 900 species, this portable guide is an essential addition to every moth-lover's field kit.

Author : Chris Manley
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2008-12-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780713686364

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British Moths and Butterflies by Chris Manley Pdf

A comprehensive guide to Britain's moths and butterflies, packed with Chris Manley's stunning photography.

Author : Martin Townsend,Jon Clifton,Brian Goodey
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 91 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Moths
ISBN : 0956221661

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British and Irish Moths by Martin Townsend,Jon Clifton,Brian Goodey Pdf

Author : Phil Sterling,Barry Henwood
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 1176 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472933577

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Field Guide to the Caterpillars of Great Britain and Ireland by Phil Sterling,Barry Henwood Pdf

'A much-needed guide – you can't truly understand a moth or a butterfly without first getting to know the caterpillar.' – Nick Baker This beautifully illustrated field guide covers caterpillars of the moth and butterfly species that are most likely to be encountered in the British Isles. The comprehensive introduction covers how to study caterpillars and provides a window into their diverse natural histories, while the species accounts cover status, field characters, similar species, habitat, foodplant and field notes, and are accompanied with up-to-date distribution maps.

Author : Paul Waring,Martin Townsend
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Insects
ISBN : STANFORD:36105124132437

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Field Guide to the Moths of Great Britain and Ireland by Paul Waring,Martin Townsend Pdf

Author : Reg Fry,Paul Waring
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Insect traps
ISBN : CORNELL:31924073149043

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A Guide to Moth Traps and Their Use by Reg Fry,Paul Waring Pdf