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Author : Amy Bartlett Wright,Roger Tory Peterson
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1998-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0395911842
Discusses 120 of the most common caterpillars and the adult butterflies and moths they become and gives advice on how to raise caterpillars to adults.
Author : David Beadle,Seabrooke Leckie
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 635 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012-04-17
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780547727431
There are thousands of moth species in the northeast of North America, and while it might seem that they are all drab grays and browns, there is actually a startling variety. They come in a rainbow of colors, from brilliant oranges and pinks to soft greens and violets. There are moths with colorful leopard-like spots, and ones that look more like B-movie aliens; some that are as large as your hand, and others the size of a grain of rice. With helpful tips on how to attract and identify moths, range maps and season graphs showing when and where to find each species, and clear photographs that use the unique Peterson arrow system for easy identification, this guide provides everything an amateur or experienced moth-watcher needs. Sponsored by the National Wildlife Federation and the Roger Tory Peterson Institute.
Author : Paul A. Opler
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1998-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0395906652
Contains brief descriptions and color illustrations of 183 common butterflies and moths of North America, covering their size, markings, diet, and geographic range.
Author : David L. Wagner
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781400834143
This lavishly illustrated guide will enable you to identify the caterpillars of nearly 700 butterflies and moths found east of the Mississippi. The more than 1,200 color photographs and two dozen line drawings include numerous exceptionally striking images. The giant silk moths, tiger moths, and many other species covered include forest pests, common garden guests, economically important species, and of course, the Mescal Worm and Mexican Jumping Bean caterpillars. Full-page species accounts cover almost 400 species, with up to six images per species including an image of the adult plus succinct text with information on distribution, seasonal activity, foodplants, and life history. These accounts are generously complemented with additional images of earlier instars, closely related species, noteworthy behaviors, and other intriguing aspects of caterpillar biology. Many caterpillars are illustrated here for the first time. Dozens of new foodplant records are presented and erroneous records are corrected. The book provides considerable information on the distribution, biology, and taxonomy of caterpillars beyond that available in other popular works on Eastern butterflies and moths. The introductory chapter covers caterpillar structure, life cycles, rearing, natural enemies, photography, and conservation. The section titled "Caterpillar Projects" will be of special interest to educators. Given the dearth of accessible guides on the identification and natural history of caterpillars, Caterpillars of Eastern North America is a must for entomologists and museum curators, forest managers, conservation biologists and others who seek a compact, easy-to-use guide to the caterpillars of this vast region. A compact guide to nearly 700 caterpillars east of the Mississippi, from forest pests to garden guests and economically important species 1,200 color photos and 24 line drawings enable easy identification Full-page species accounts with image of adult insect for almost 400 species, plus succinct text on distribution and other vital information Many caterpillars illustrated here for the first time Current information on distribution, biology, and taxonomy not found in other popular works A section geared toward educators, "Caterpillar Projects" An indispensable resource for all who seek an easy-to-use guide to the caterpillars of this vast region
Author : Christopher Leahy
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1998-02-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0395906644
A simplified field guide to the common insects of North America.
Author : Thomas J. Allen,Jim P. Brock,Jeffrey Glassberg
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2005-06-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 019803413X
Jeffrey Glassberg's acclaimed Butterflies through Binoculars guides have revolutionized the way we view butterflies. Now there's a field guide in the same practical format, and with the same emphasis on conservation, to identify caterpillars. Caterpillars are as varied, fascinating, and often as colorful as the adult butterflies they become. This is the most comprehensive guide to these creatures available. It contains all the information necessary to find and identify the caterpillars of North America--from Two-tailed Swallowtails, some of the largest butterfly caterpillars at just over two inches when fully grown, to tiny Western Pygmy-Blues. Caterpillar seekers will learn how to distinguish between butterfly caterpillars and moth caterpillars, where and how to find caterpillars, and the visual differences between young and older caterpillars. Each species section describes how to identify the caterpillar, complete with brilliant photos--many published here for the first time. To make for easy field use, each caterpillar's key physical features, abundance, habitat, and major hostplants are listed on the same page as its photo. The book also contains a special section on butterfly gardening, offering valuable information on how to set up a butterfly garden and raise healthy butterfly caterpillars, and provides a thorough list of the plants butterflies most like to feast on. From the concerned gardener who wishes not to kill caterpillars that may one day become beautiful butterflies to the serious butterflier wishing to take the hobby to the next level, this remarkable guide will provide all of the information necessary for an enriching caterpillar experience.
Author : Paul A. Opler
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0395791510
This all-new edition includes information on more than 590 species, illustrated in lifelike positions in 44 beautiful color plates. 110 color photos. Line drawings & maps.
Author : Jerry A. Powell,Paul A. Opler
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 517 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2009-05-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520943773
Insects boast incredible diversity, and this book treats an important component of the western insect biota that has not been summarized before—moths and their plant relationships. There are about 8,000 named species of moths in our region, and although most are unnoticed by the public, many attract attention when their larvae create economic damage: eating holes in woolens, infesting stored foods, boring into apples, damaging crops and garden plants, or defoliating forests. In contrast to previous North American moth books, this volume discusses and illustrates about 25% of the species in every family, including the tiny species, making this the most comprehensive volume in its field. With this approach it provides access to microlepidoptera study for biologists as well as amateur collectors. About 2,500 species are described and illustrated, including virtually all moths of economic importance, summarizing their morphology, taxonomy, adult behavior, larval biology, and life cycles.
Author : Eric R. Eaton,Kenn Kaufman
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0618153101
A comprehensive guide to the insects of North America contains information--including life histories, behaviors, and habitats--on every major group of insects found north of Mexico.
Author : Seabrooke Leckie,David Beadle
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 664 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018-03-13
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780544252066
Southeastern North America is home to an incredible variety of moths, from drab browns to bright yellows and pinks, the small and simple to the flashy or bizarrely shaped. Just a few are common house and garden pests; thousands more harmless species live hidden in woods and meadows. This comprehensive guide of more than 1,800 common species is the best tool for identifying and appreciating these ubiquitous insects. With helpful tips and techniques for observing moths, range maps and graphs showing when and where to see them, and keys to identifying even the tough species, the Peterson Field Guide to Moths of Southeastern North America provides everything an amateur or experienced moth-watcher needs.
Author : Chris G. Earley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1770851836
"An illustrated guide to holding, caring for and identifying caterpillars."--Provided by publisher.
Author : David G. James
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 658 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2018-02-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780226287539
“For the lover of all things lepidopterous, The Book of Caterpillars is a beautifully curated collection and guide to 600 species from around the globe.” —The American Biology Teacher While most of us picture caterpillars as cute fuzzballs munching on leaves, there is much more to them than we imagine. A caterpillar’s survival hinges on finding enough food and defending itself from the array of natural enemies lined up to pounce and consume. And the astounding adaptations and strategies they have developed to maximize their chances of becoming a butterfly or moth are only just beginning to be understood, from the Spicebush Swallowtail caterpillar that resembles a small snake to the Eastern Carpenter Bee Hawkmoth caterpillar that attempts to dissuade potential predators by looking like a diseased leaf. The Book of Caterpillars unveils the mysteries of six hundred species from around the world, introducing readers to the complexity and beauty of these underappreciated insects. With the advent of high-quality digital macrophotography, the world of caterpillars is finally opening up. The book presents a wealth of stunning imagery that showcases the astonishing diversity of caterpillar design, structure, coloration, and patterning. Each entry also features a two-tone engraving of the adult specimen, emphasizing the wing patterns and shades, as well as a population distribution map and table of essential information that includes their habitat, typical host plants, and conservation status. Throughout the book are fascinating facts that will enthrall expert entomologists and curious collectors alike. A visually rich and scientifically accurate guide to six hundred of the world’s most peculiar caterpillars, this volume presents readers with a rare, detailed look at these intriguing forms of insect life.
Author : Jonathan P. Latimer,Karen Stray Nolting
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0395979447
A guide to help identify various butterflies, using the Peterson System of identification.
Author : Jonathan P. Latimer,Karen Stray Nolting
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0395979455
Exciting text and colorful illustrations and photos describe the physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats of a variety of caterpillars, arranged by the categories "Smooth", "Bumpy", "Sluglike", "Horned", "Hairy", "Bristly", and "Spiny".
Author : Jeffrey Glassberg
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0195106695
Highly informative and featuring an extensive array of photos, this field guide offers a comprehensive display of all the magnificent butterflies of the western region, stretching from the plains of middle America to the Pacific coast and from southwestern Canada all the way to the Hawaiian islands. 1,052 photos.