500 Butterflies: From around the World by Ken Preston-Mafham
This handsome, well-illustrated guide features 514 butterflies from all continents, most of them photographed in their natural environment, sometimes with their caterpillars. Sales of 15,000 copies in hardcover is proof of its value.
The butterflies are organized by genus, species and subspecies, and described in authoritative text including personal observations in the wild. Each entry is cross-referenced to the index and glossary.
The description of each butterfly includes detailed information on:
- Natural history
- Habitat and distribution
- Form
- Behavior
- Food and feeding
- Species variations and taxonomy
- Reproduction
- Survival.
This beautiful book is a joy for the pictures alone, and it is also very informative and reveals the author's passion for this subject. This is a concise and attractive introduction to these fascinating insects and a useful resource for butterfly enthusiasts and naturalists of all ages.
Ken Preston-Mafham is an author, photographer, and naturalist. He resides in England and has been growing cacti for over 30 years. Cacti and Succulents in Habitat and Cacti: The Illustrated Lexicon are two of his earlier books.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781770857124 |
| ISBN 10 | 1770857125 |
| Title | 500 Butterflies: From around the World |
| Author | Ken Preston-Mafham |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Firefly Books Ltd |
| Year published | 2016-04-01 |
| Number of pages | 528 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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