RICHARD Denis, MAQUART Pierre-Olivier.
The life of European butterflies.
Delachaux and Niestlé
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€29,90
| N° d'inventaire | 30281 |
| Format | 15.6 x 21.8 |
| Détails | 236 p., numerous photographs, publisher's hardcover. |
| Publication | Paris, 2023 |
| Etat | Nine |
| ISBN | 9782603028148 |
How do butterflies feed? Why are their wings often so colorful? How does a caterpillar become a butterfly? Did some species seen in our gardens really fly from Africa? How do these insects resist the cold? How do caterpillars produce silk? How long does a butterfly live? This book answers these questions and more: it reveals the essential habits of European butterflies and moths, as well as those of their caterpillars.
It illustrates the extraordinary diversity and ecological importance of these insects. An up-to-date scientific insight providing an introduction to the world of butterflies. A rich and relevant iconography serving captivating observations. A text of interest to both entomologists and curious nature lovers, which helps to understand the preeminent place these insects occupy in the environment and the need to protect them.
It illustrates the extraordinary diversity and ecological importance of these insects. An up-to-date scientific insight providing an introduction to the world of butterflies. A rich and relevant iconography serving captivating observations. A text of interest to both entomologists and curious nature lovers, which helps to understand the preeminent place these insects occupy in the environment and the need to protect them.
It illustrates the extraordinary diversity and ecological importance of these insects. An up-to-date scientific insight providing an introduction to the world of butterflies. A rich and relevant iconography serving captivating observations. A text of interest to both entomologists and curious nature lovers, which helps to understand the preeminent place these insects occupy in the environment and the need to protect them.