Butterflies of the World: A Guide to Every Subfamily - Hardcover

$32.00

Butterflies of the World: A Guide to Every Subfamily - Hardcover

Name: Butterflies of the World: A Guide to Every Subfamily - Hardcover
Brand: BooksCloud
SKU: 9780691265209
Price: 32.00 USD
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by Blanca Huertas , Shinichi Nakahara

$32.00

Book Overview

A lavishly illustrated guide to the diversity of the world's butterflies

Conspicuous for their beauty, butterflies are one of the most popular and well-studied insects. This book explores the astonishing variety of butterfly species around the world and examines their central role in maintaining a range of delicate ecosystems. Their sensitivity to changes in the environment across their life stages makes them effective indicators for monitoring the health of habitats and populations. The use of a variety of strategies has ensured their survival, such as the ability to shift host plants at different life stages and the colorful wing patterns they use for mimicry, camouflage, and predator deterrence. In this expert guide, the introductory section covers topics ranging from anatomy and evolution to life stages and conservation. A directory of profiles follows, highlighting the remarkable appearance, characteristics, and ecology of notable species. Blending the latest science with breathtaking illustrations, Butterflies of the World is the premier guide to these exquisite creatures.

More than 200 stunning color photos
Each profile features current taxonomy, a commentary, distribution map, and table of information
Includes examples from every butterfly family and subfamily

ISBN	9780691265209
Author	Blanca Huertas , Shinichi Nakahara
Publisher	Princeton University Press
Genre	Hobbies & interests and Education
Format	Hardcover
Published	September 2025
Language	ENG- English
Pages	240
Weight	1.0 lb
Target Audience	Adults
Print Size	Standard Print