Heimische Schmetterlinge in ihren Lebensräumen – entdecken und erkennen

Wiebelsheim 2021, HC., 432 pages, 292 colour illustrations. Butterflies are fascinating insects and ecosystem health indicators at the same time. Observing and distinguishing them is a delightful occupation for young and old—and highly educational too! This new book allows readers to find more than 300 species native to Germany in their natural environment and to identify them correctly. Brilliant photos guide the user through the four major stages of metamorphosis. Observation times and preferred habitats of caterpillars and adults given for each species make recognition even more easy. The vast array of information presented in this tome brings these beautiful and impressive creatures closer to nature lovers and show how our indigenous butterflies can be better protected. In German.