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The Complete Field Guide to Butterflies of Australia

Author : Michael Braby
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486301027

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The Complete Field Guide to Butterflies of Australia by Michael Braby Pdf

As fascinating as they are beautiful, butterflies are a pleasure to watch and an important group of invertebrates to study. This second edition of the award-winning book The Complete Field Guide to Butterflies of Australia is a fully updated guide to all butterfly species on Australia's mainland and remote islands. Written by one of Australia's leading lepidopterists, the book is stunningly illustrated with colour photographs, many of which are new, of each of the 435 currently recognised species. There is also a distribution map and flight chart for each species on the Australian mainland, together with information on similar species, variation, behaviour, habitat, status and larval food plants. The introduction to the book covers adult structure, higher classification, distribution and habitats, as well as life cycle and behaviour. A new chapter on collecting and preserving butterflies is included. There is also an updated checklist of all species, a glossary, a bibliography and indexes of common and scientific names.

The Butterflies of Australia

Author : Albert Orr,Roger Kitching
Publisher : Allen & Unwin
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2010-10-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781742691480

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The Butterflies of Australia by Albert Orr,Roger Kitching Pdf

A complete guide to Australian butterflies, with hundreds of beautiful illustrations in typical habitats.

Butterflies of Australia

Author : Michael F Braby
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 1418 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2000-08-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780643102927

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Butterflies of Australia by Michael F Braby Pdf

This outstanding work is the ultimate guide for the identification of Australia’s butterflies. Nearly 400 species – all those currently recognised from Australia, plus those from surrounding islands – are represented, with all adults and some immature stages displayed in stunning colour sections. Introductory chapters cover the history of publications, classification, morphology, distribution, conservation and collection, together with a checklist of the butterfly fauna. The body of the text is arranged systematically, providing a wealth of information including description, variation, similar behaviour, distribution and habitat, and major literature references, giving a comprehensive summary of the present state of knowledge of these insects. Appendices provide details of those species recorded from Australian islands outside the Australian faunal subregion, those protected by legislation, the larval food plants, and the attendant ants. Extensive references, a glossary and an index of scientific and common names complete the work. Joint Winner of the 2001 Whitley Medal. Finalist Scholarly Reference section - The Australian Awards for Excellence in Educational Publishing 2001.

All about Butterflies of Australia

Author : Garry Sankowsky
Publisher : Reed New Holland
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Butterflies
ISBN : 1921517433

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All about Butterflies of Australia by Garry Sankowsky Pdf

This new title investigates the always-popular subject of Australian butterflies.Early chapters explore the lifecycle of these magestic insects, with stunning images showing the progression from egg through caterpillar and chrysalis stages to adult butterfly. It also covers subjects suchas defence mechanisms (camouflage, mimicry, etc),feeding and introduced species.A large section of the book includes identification spreads on key species and families of Australian butterflies. Many of the country s most eye-catching species are covered, including White Nymph,Common Jezabel, Ulysses Butterfly and the gigantic Cairns Birdwing. For many species all stages of the lifecycle are illustrated, with images of eggs,caterpillars at various stages of development, and chrysalises, together with male and female butterflies where they differ significantly in appearance.Another very useful feature is the quick comparison guides to similar species, including many of those in the Brown and Blue families.Full of 300 full colour images taken from the author s own collection which he has built up over many decades.A beautifully presented book, the ideal gift for anyone with an interest in the wonderful lives of butterflies.

Atlas of Butterflies and Diurnal Moths in the Monsoon Tropics of Northern Australia

Author : Michael Braby,Donald Franklin,Deborah Bisa,Matthew Williams,Andrew Williams,Carly Bishop,Rebecca Coppen
Publisher : ANU Press
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2018-12-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781760462338

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Atlas of Butterflies and Diurnal Moths in the Monsoon Tropics of Northern Australia by Michael Braby,Donald Franklin,Deborah Bisa,Matthew Williams,Andrew Williams,Carly Bishop,Rebecca Coppen Pdf

Northern Australia is one of few tropical places left on Earth in which biodiversity—and the ecological processes underpinning that biodiversity—is still relatively intact. However, scientific knowledge of that biodiversity is still in its infancy and the region remains a frontier for biological discovery. The butterfly and diurnal moth assemblages of the area, and their intimate associations with vascular plants (and sometimes ants), exemplify these points. However, the opportunity to fill knowledge gaps is quickly closing: proposals for substantial development and exploitation of Australia’s north will inevitably repeat the ecological devastation that has occurred in temperate southern Australia—loss of species, loss of ecological communities, fragmentation of populations, disruption of healthy ecosystem function and so on—all of which will diminish the value of the natural heritage of the region before it is fully understood and appreciated. Written by several experts in the field, the main purpose of this atlas is to compile a comprehensive inventory of the butterflies and diurnal moths of northern Australia to form the scientific baseline against which the extent and direction of change can be assessed in the future. Such information will also assist in identifying the region’s biological assets, to inform policy and management agencies and to set priorities for biodiversity conservation.

A Flutter of Butterflies

Author : Michael F. Braby,Penny Olsen
Publisher : National Library Australia
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780642277251

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A Flutter of Butterflies by Michael F. Braby,Penny Olsen Pdf

A Flutter of Butterflies is a stunning showcase of butterfly and moth illustrations held by the National Library of Australia. The works span the years from the 1770s, through the early colonial period to the turn of the twenty-first century.As well as containing a plethora of gorgeous colour images, the publication features a fascinating introductory essay about the history of Australian Lepidoptera illustration. In addition to the essay, the book offers biographical essays about the artists represented, among whom are some of Australias most-loved artists, including Louisa Anne Meredith, Marian Ellis Rowan and Charles McCubbin.

Biology of Australian Butterflies

Author : R. L. Kitching
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0643050272

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Biology of Australian Butterflies by R. L. Kitching Pdf

Brings together exciting accounts of life history strategies of a range of species, as well as background information on general butterfly behaviour, taxonomy and evolutionary aspects.

A Naturalist's Guide to the Butterflies of Australia (2nd)

Author : Rachel Whitlock,John Nielsen,Peter Rowland
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2023-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1913679195

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A Naturalist's Guide to the Butterflies of Australia (2nd) by Rachel Whitlock,John Nielsen,Peter Rowland Pdf

A Naturalist's Guide to the Butterflies of Australia is an easy-to-use, photographic guide to 280 butterfly species most commonly seen in Australia, and is perfect for residents and visitors alike. The 2nd edition includes extensive updates to the text, featuring revised taxonomy and multiple new images of the species covered. High-quality photographs from Australia's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habitat, and habits. The user-friendly introduction covers the structure and life cycle of butterflies and their behaviour as a key to observing them. Also included is an up-to-date checklist of the butterflies of Australia encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific names and its IUCN status.

A Guide to Australian Moths

Author : Paul Zborowski,Ted Edwards
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2007-05-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780643099043

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A Guide to Australian Moths by Paul Zborowski,Ted Edwards Pdf

Moths are often thought of as the ugly cousins of butterflies, yet their colours can be just as remarkable and, with over 20,000 species in Australia, their biology and lifestyles are far more diverse. With striking colour photographs of live moths in their natural habitat, this guide illustrates all the major moth families in Australia, including some rarely seen species. It provides many curious facts about the unusual aspects of moth biology, including details on day-flying species, camouflage, moths that mimic wasps, larvae with stinging hairs, and larvae that have gills. This easy-to-read book includes sections on the iconic Witjuti grubs, Bogong moths, the giant-tailed Hercules moths of northern Queensland (one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan of over 25 cm), moths that release hydrocyanic acid in their defence, and moths that produce ultrasonic calls that bats learn to associate with a bad taste. A Guide to Australian Moths highlights the environmental role of moths, their relationships with other animals and plants, and their importance to humans. It provides a unique introduction to the extraordinary diversity of moths found in Australia.

Discovering Australian Butterflies

Author : Darryl Stewart
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 119 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Butterflies
ISBN : 085881241X

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Discovering Australian Butterflies by Darryl Stewart Pdf

Discovering Australian Butterflies introduces readers to the wonders of this country's rich and varied butterfly fauna. The book considers a representative selection of the more familiar species with a sampling of some rarer ones. Butterflies are in general declining in Australia and elsewhere as a direct result of the destruction and modification of their natural habitats.

Australian Butterflies

Author : Charles McCubbin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1971
Category : Nature
ISBN : MINN:31951000056759S

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Australian Butterflies by Charles McCubbin Pdf

"To accompany the paintings are descriptions of comparable quality. A lifetime of patient study and observation has culminated in a text which is both comprehensive and unique in its blend of originality, precision and charm. Many of the behaviour-patterns described here have never before been recorded. To facilitate identification, there are comprehensive cross-references from text to illustralion and from illustration to text. In addition to illustrations and descriptions, the volume contains an introduction on taxonomy, classification and life-histories; Notes on collection and mounting of butterflies; a complete Glossary of scientific term, an Appendix on the lives of the discoverers; Indexes of popular, scientific and botanic names, a map with geographic index showing territories of species, and a bibliography of all significant butterfly literature to date."--Jacket.

The Language of Butterflies

Author : Wendy Williams
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2020-06-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781501178085

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The Language of Butterflies by Wendy Williams Pdf

In this “deeply personal and lyrical book” (Publishers Weekly) from the New York Times bestselling author of The Horse, Wendy Williams explores the lives of one of the world’s most resilient creatures—the butterfly—shedding light on the role that they play in our ecosystem and in our human lives. “[A] glorious and exuberant celebration of these biological flying machines…Williams takes us on a humorous and beautifully crafted journey” (The Washington Post). From butterfly gardens to zoo exhibits, these “flying flowers” are one of the few insects we’ve encouraged to infiltrate our lives. Yet, what has drawn us to these creatures in the first place? And what are their lives really like? In this “entertaining look at ‘the world’s favorite insect’” (Booklist, starred review), New York Times bestselling author and science journalist Wendy Williams reveals the inner lives of these delicate creatures, who are far more intelligent and tougher than we give them credit for. Monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles each year from Canada to Mexico. Other species have learned how to fool ants into taking care of them. Butterflies’ scales are inspiring researchers to create new life-saving medical technology. Williams takes readers to butterfly habitats across the globe and introduces us to not only various species, but “digs deeply into the lives of both butterflies and [the] scientists” (Science magazine) who have spent decades studying them. Coupled with years of research and knowledge gained from experts in the field, this accessible “butterfly biography” explores the ancient partnership between these special creatures and humans, and why they continue to fascinate us today. “Informative, thought-provoking,” (BookPage, starred review) and extremely profound, The Language of Butterflies is a “fascinating book [that] will be of interest to anyone who has ever admired a butterfly, and anyone who cares about preserving these stunning creatures” (Library Journal).

Butterflies of the World

Author : Adrian Hoskins
Publisher : Johns Hopkins University Press
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 1421427176

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Butterflies of the World by Adrian Hoskins Pdf

A unique global survey that touches on all butterfly families and subfamilies while celebrating their immense beauty and great diversity, Butterflies of the World is an essential reference and the best book of its kind.

Field Guide to the Butterflies of the Australian Capital Territory

Author : Suzi Bond,Steve Holliday,John Stein
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0980285488

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Field Guide to the Butterflies of the Australian Capital Territory by Suzi Bond,Steve Holliday,John Stein Pdf

A field guide containing descriptions, life cycle and habitat information as well as photos, maps of records and predicted preferred habitats for the 87 butterfly species occurring in the ACT.

Caterpillars, Moths and Their Plants

Author : Peter McQuillan,Jan Forrest,David Keane,Roger Grund
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1919-09-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0646806483

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Caterpillars, Moths and Their Plants by Peter McQuillan,Jan Forrest,David Keane,Roger Grund Pdf

Using the most recent information, this book draws attention to the wonderful world of moths and their caterpillars. It provides an insight into some of Australia's previously neglected fauna and highlights the importance of caterpillars in the ecosystem as plant-feeding herbivores and as a critical food source for our birds, lizards and other predators. Native and introduced plants associated with each moth species are listed, noting their importance as food for caterpillars and highlighting the need to conserve remaining native habitats and their biota. Householders will be surprised at how many garden plants can support the local moth community, and how these help sustain urban biodiversity and maintain a food supply for other native animals. Readers will gain an idea of the range of various moths from the distribution maps included.The 208 pages include over 650 photographs from many sources, depicting life histories including eggs, caterpillars, pupae and adult moths. A total of 375 species of southern Australian moths are illustrated and mentioned. The book describes the characteristics typical of each family group and each type of moth and caterpillar, supported by text and images. Other highlights include the early history of moth study in South Australia, and a full index of scientific and common moth names and their food plants.