The Complete Insect

Anatomy, Physiology, Evolution, and Ecology

David A. Grimaldi

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Princeton University Pres
01 November 2023

Mathematics & Sciences; Zoology: Invertebrates

With an astounding 3.5 million species occupying virtually every habitat on Earth, insects are one of the most diverse groups of animals on the planet, from the humble bee to the agile praying mantis.

Taking you inside the extraordinary world of insects, The Complete Insect explores all aspects of the natural history of these remarkable creatures, providing a close-up look at their fascinating anatomy, physiology, evolution, ecology, behaviour, and more. It features hundreds of stunning colour photographs and illustrations and draws on a broad range of examples, from familiar ants to iridescent jewel beetles.

A celebration of the rich complexity of insect life, The Complete Insect is a must-have book for insect enthusiasts and armchair naturalists.

An absorbing, wide-ranging, and beautiful exploration of the fascinating natural history of insects Features a wealth of stunning full-colour photographs from the field Includes photomicrographs and electron micrographs that offer a rare view of normally invisible structures Examines the complex relationship between humans and insects Integrates physiological adaptations with ecology and behaviour

Edited by: David A. Grimaldi
Imprint: Princeton University Pres
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 216mm,
ISBN: 9780691243108
ISBN 10: 0691243107
Pages: 368
Publication Date: 01 November 2023
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

David A. Grimaldi is an entomologist and curator at the American Museum of Natural History in New York, where he is also a professor at its Gilder Graduate School. He is the coauthor of Evolution of the Insects and collaborated with photographer Levon Biss on the book and exhibition Extinct and Endangered: Insects in Peril.

Reviews for The Complete Insect: Anatomy, Physiology, Evolution, and Ecology

"""It's easy to run out of superlatives when talking about this book. For those of us who do not have advanced degrees in entomology yet are no less passionately interested in insects, this is the best guide of its kind - ever.""---David Gascoigne, Travels with Birds ""An amazing book.""---John Miles, Birdwatch"