Publication

2018-10-09 - Sterling

Language

English

Word Count

58,000 words, Guess

Page Count

232 pages

Physical Format

Hardcover

Identifiers

  • Open LibraryOL27357588M
  • ISBN-139781454923237
  • ISBN-101454923237
  • OCLC Control Number1028938845
  • Amazon1454923237

Classifications

  • LCCQL467

Description

INSECTS (ENTOMOLOGY). A fascinating look at the world's most numerous inhabitants, illustrated with stunning images from the American Museum of Natural History's Rare Book Collection. To date, we have discovered and described or named around 1.1 million insect species, and thousands of new species are added to the ranks every year. It is estimated that there are around five million insect species on Earth, making them the most diverse lineage of all life by far. This magnificent volume from the American Museum of Natural History tells their incredible story. Noted entomologist Michael S. Engel explores insects' evolution and diversity; metamorphosis; pests, parasites, and plagues; society and language; camouflage; and pollination-as well as tales of discovery by intrepid entomologists.

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Other Editions

  • Innumerable Insects: The Story of the Most Diverse and Myriad Animals on EarthHardcoverSterling2018-10-09

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