Stick and Leaf-Insects of the World
PHASMIDS
This field guide describes and illustrates over 260 stick and leaf-insects (phasmids) by biogeographical zone
Verrières-le-Buisson 2022, geb., 611 Seiten, mehrere Hundert Farbfotos, Zeichnungen und Karten. "This field guide describes and illustrates over 260 stick and leaf-insects (phasmids) by biogeographical zone. These descriptions allow non-specialists to help identify the presented species and learn about habitat, foodplants and distribution. Phasmid systematics are approached from perspectives of taxonomy and phylogeny, along with bibliographic notes on major phasmid explorers and main publications. An extensive checklist of currently described species and their distribution is included. Furthermore, this book covers phasmid biology (anatomy, main biological functions and ecology) as well as basic advice on collecting and rearing phasmids. Trivia like myths and legends on phasmids and pop culture references are also presented".
Autor | BROCK, P.D., BÜSCHER, T.H.: |
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Sprache | Englisch |