Kaufman Insects Of North America

Name: Kaufman Insects Of North America
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ISBN: 9780618153107

By: Kenn Kaufman, Eric Eaton

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt / Paperback

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Many insects are difficult even for the experts to identify. In thenew Kaufman Field Guide to Insects of North America, readerswill find a wealth of information on the amazing observable behaviors ofinsects and their fascinating life histories. Naturalists Kenn Kaufmanand Eric R. Eaton use a broad ecological approach rather than overly technical terms, making the book accessible and understandable for everyone. The lively and engaging text emphasizes the insects that are mostlikely to catch our attention but includes information on all groups thatcan be recognized. The guide is lavishly illustrated, with more than2,350 digitally enhanced photographs representing every major groupof insects found in North America north of Mexico. Comprehensive yetcompact, authoritative yet easy to understand, this is the perfect guidefor anyone who wants to know more about the fascinating and diverseinsects of North America.

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Title: Kaufman Insects Of North America
By: Kenn Kaufman, Eric Eaton
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 384
Vendor: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Weight: 1 pound 4 ounces
ISBN: 0618153101
ISBN-13: 9780618153107
Stock No: WW153101

Publisher's Description

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Comprehensive yet compact, authoritative yet easy to understand, this is the perfect guide for anyone who wants to know more about the fascinating and diverse insects of North America.

Many insects are difficult even for the experts to identify, but here readers will find a wealth of information on the amazing observable behaviors of insects and their fascinating life histories. Naturalists Kenn Kaufman and Eric R. Eaton use a broad ecological approach rather than overly technical terms, making the book accessible and easy to use. Their lively and engaging text emphasizes the insects that are most likely to draw attention and also includes helpful details on a wide array of lesser-known but recognizable groups. The guide is lavishly illustrated, with more than 2,350 digitally enhanced photographs representing every major group of insects found in North America north of Mexico.

Author Bio

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Eric R. Eaton is a writer specializing in natural history. He has worked as an entomologist for the Cincinnati Zoo and on contract for the Smithsonian Institution, Portland State University, and other clients. He has contributed to books and written numerous articles for popular magazines.

KENN KAUFMAN, originator of the Kaufman Field Guide series, is one of the world’s foremost naturalists.